Warm-toned, medium-intensity pink base colour with a saturated shade. In sunlight it lightens slightly, yet retains its fresh pink tone. - groundcover rose - very weak, barely perceptible scented rose - delicately sweet character
– Low‑maintenance groundcover for busy gardens.
– Abundant remontant flowering all season.
– Dense, glossy foliage for neat coverage.
– Excellent disease, heat and drought tolerance.
– Award‑winning landscape performance worldwide.
– Special feature: Thrives in tough urban sites with minimal care.
Balanced habit – Uniform growth
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,10 £
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Pink Drift® groundcover rose – pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root
Groundcover charm with low, spreading habit, Pink Drift® brings a neat carpet of mid-pink flowers that keep refreshing themselves all season thanks to its reliable self-cleaning ability and generous repeat flowering. This compact, glossy-foliaged rose is bred for strong disease resistance and copes well with sun, heat and periods of lower watering, making it particularly suitable where breezy, wetter weather meets heavier soils and thoughtful drainage in British family gardens. Its award-winning performance stands out in small front gardens, banks and edging, where you want a tidy look without constant deadheading, while the own-root plant quietly builds a durable framework below ground in year one, then fills out above with more shoots in year two, reaching its full ornamental value in year three for long-lived garden reliability.
Pink Drift® shows semi-double blooms with a visible centre.
Pink Drift® showing a uniform mid-pink full bloom.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden groundcover under windows
The low, spreading habit (25–45 cm high) forms a soft pink carpet that sits neatly below sill height, ideal for edging paths and foundations in compact front gardens. Minimal pruning and self-cleaning flowers keep maintenance simple for busy homeowners.
Small mixed border in classic cottage style
The dense, glossy foliage and uniform growth create a tidy green base that anchors looser perennials and grasses, echoing cottage-garden style without becoming unruly. Reliable repeat flowering adds colour rhythm for aesthetics-focused beginners.
Low edging along driveways and paths
Its balanced, even spread and modest height form a continuous, well-defined edge that stays attractive without frequent clipping. Good heat and drought tolerance make it suitable beside paving or gravel for urban garden owners.
Family garden play-lawn borders
With strong disease resistance and dense foliage, this rose keeps a clean, healthy look around lawns where children play, even in humid or showery spells, provided the soil offers reasonable drainage for practical family gardeners.
Small groups on gentle banks and slopes
The spreading, ground-hugging structure helps cover soil on mild slopes, visually tying the area together while reducing weedy gaps. Its own-root strength supports long-term coverage without complex care for low-maintenance seekers.
Feature plant in 40–50 litre terrace containers
In a larger pot, the compact height and arching spread create a dome of pink blooms above glossy foliage, ideal for doorsteps or patios. Own-root growth establishes a stable root mass that rebounds well after winter for container gardeners.
Informal pink-themed rose bed
The semi-double, gently fading pink flowers deliver a soft, romantic effect and continual colour, working well with other pinks and pastels. The development from root-building to full display over three seasons suits patient garden planners.
Low-care planting in exposed or coastal-style spots
Heat and moderate drought tolerance, paired with strong foliage health, mean it keeps its shape and leaf quality in breezier, showery conditions where heavier soils still need some drainage attention, reassuring less experienced hobby gardeners.
Styling ideas
PAVED-EDGE CARPET – Run a single line of Pink Drift® along a brick or gravel path to create a continuous, low pink ribbon; ideal for homeowners wanting a crisp, classic edge with little clipping – perfect for busy urban gardeners
COTTAGE-STYLE MIX – Combine with Mexican feather grass and soft pastel perennials for a light, airy feel, using the compact pink mound as a visual anchor – suited to cottage-garden enthusiasts starting their first border
SLOPE SOFTENER – Plant informal drifts on a gentle bank, allowing the spreading habit to knit the slope together while grasses sway above – helpful for families aiming to tame tricky corners with minimal upkeep
DOORSTEP FEATURE – Place one plant in a 40–50 litre container by the front door, underplant with low spring bulbs to extend interest before the roses peak – a smart option for small-space gardeners seeking year-round welcome
PINK-TONED THEME – Repeat small groups through a border with pale lilac or blue shrubs like Ceanothus to highlight the warm pink blooms – designed for style-conscious beginners building a coordinated colour story
Technical cultivar profile
Name and registration
Groundcover rose from the Drift® collection; registered as MEIjocos, marketed internationally as Pink Drift® for its low, spreading habit and warm medium-pink flower colour.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Jacques Mouchotte for Meilland International (France) from ‘Korimro’ × unknown seedling; registered in 2008 and introduced in 2009 for landscape and private garden use.
Awards and recognition
Highly decorated landscape rose: first prize Paris‑Bagatelle (2008), Rose of the Year AJJH (2008), top awards in Belgium, Japan and USA trials for reliability and ornamental value.
Growth and structural characteristics
Very low, spreading shrub to around 25–45 cm high and 60–110 cm wide, with balanced, uniform growth and dense, glossy dark green foliage for even groundcover and edging.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, flat, medium-sized blooms (approx. 1.5–2.75 in) borne in clusters, with 13–25 petals and strong self-cleaning; remontant with a notably generous second flush of flowers.
Colour data and phenology
Warm mid-pink (ARS MP; RHS 55B, 62C) that lightens towards petal edges; buds deep magenta-pink, flowers gently fade to soft, silvery-tinged light pink yet remain fresh-looking in the garden.
Fragrance and aroma
Very light, almost imperceptible scent with a delicately sweet character; chosen primarily for colour, groundcover effect and robustness rather than for strong fragrance appeal.
Hip characteristics
Produces small, spherical red hips about 4–8 mm across; modest ornamental contribution in autumn, with the main emphasis remaining on the long flowering season and foliage effect.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Excellent disease resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; hardy to around −32 to −29 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 5, USDA 4b), with good tolerance of heat and moderate drought.
Horticultural recommendations
Thrives in sunny positions with reasonable drainage; low fertiliser and pruning needs. Ideal for groundcover, edging, slopes, containers (40–50 litres) and urban plantings with minimal care.
Pink Drift® offers compact groundcover, abundant self-cleaning pink flowers and reliable own-root durability; an easy, long-term choice if you wish to simplify your planting decisions.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
PINK DRIFT® – pink groundcover rose - Mouchotte
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Meaning of Cultivar Name:
The 'Drift' series name refers to the groundcover, carpet-like spreading habit, while 'Pink' denotes the pink shade of the flower.
Competition and Show Awards:
Paris‑Bagatelle – 1st prize (2008); AJJH – Rose of the Year title (2008); Le Roeulx (Belgium) – Certificate (2008); Gifu (Japan) – Gold medal in the landscape category (2010); Rose Hills (USA) – Best landscape rose (2011); Huis Ten Bosch (Japan) – Gold me
Flower Colour Description:
Warm-toned, medium-intensity pink base colour with a saturated shade. In sunlight it lightens slightly, yet retains its fresh pink tone.
Closed Bud:
Deep magenta‑pink surface with tiny darker speckles and a slight silky pink shimmer in the light.
Newly Opened Flower:
The outer petals are bright pink, fading to salmon-pink towards the base, while the inner petals display a slightly lighter, pastel pink shade.
Full Bloom:
Shows a uniform mid‑pink, becoming gradually lighter towards the edges, with the undersides of the petals a cooler, paler pink.
Before Fading:
The colour gently fades to a light pink, sometimes with a delicate whitish veil, and a pale, silvery-pink sheen appears at the edges.
Colour Fading Description:
As the bloom opens, the mid-pink gradually fades to a light pink, sometimes with a delicate whitish veil; it also lightens towards the edges.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
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