FELINA – yellow bedding floribunda rose - pharmaROSA®
Bright, golden clusters of compact blooms make FELINA an easy choice for front gardens where you want reliable colour without complex care. This low, compact floribunda keeps a neat outline, ideal beside paths or below windows, even where you must manage heavier soils and ensure good drainage after rain. The strong, fruity fragrance is surprisingly intense for such modestly sized flowers, bringing a classic cottage feel close to the house. Dense, glossy foliage builds a tidy background that matures steadily as the own-root shrub settles, supporting a long-lived, stable planting that fits calmly into everyday family-garden routines.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
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| Front-garden border along a path or drive |
The compact, low habit keeps sightlines open while giving a clear ribbon of yellow that reads well from the pavement. Dense foliage and short, even stems support a controlled outline with minimal shaping, fitting neatly into small urban front gardens and suiting the tidy-minded homeowner. |
| Small cottage-style bed by the house |
Medium-sized, cup-shaped clusters and rich golden tones give a traditional cottage character without overwhelming nearby windows or doors. The plant’s modest height and gently rounded structure blend comfortably with informal perennials, ideal where you want relaxed charm but straightforward upkeep for the beginner. |
| Low seasonal focal point near seating |
The strong, sweet, fruity scent carries well at close range, so even a small group will perfume a bench or patio edge. Repeating flushes across the season mean you enjoy fragrance for many weeks, rewarding regular deadheading for the fragrance-loving gardener. |
| Mass planting for a unified yellow bedding effect |
Short internodes and branching stems create a solid, flower-rich surface when planted at the recommended close spacing. This delivers a bold, continuous block of colour that stays proportionate in typical small family gardens, giving professional-looking bedding results to the amateur. |
| Mixed border with shrubs and evergreen structure |
The dense, glossy dark green foliage forms an attractive base layer around taller shrubs, helping to disguise bare stems and soften hard edges. Once settled, the own-root structure supports a long-lived, regenerating clump that integrates well into permanent plantings for the long-term-focused planner. |
| Raised beds where soil structure needs improvement |
This rose performs reliably in typical British conditions when roots have reasonable depth and aeration, particularly helpful where heavier soils are lifted into raised beds for better drainage after wet spells. The compact spread leaves room for soil improvement efforts by the practical owner. |
| Large container on terrace or balcony (40–50 L minimum) |
The naturally low, bushy framework and moderate root vigour adapt well to a generous container, giving a well-proportioned mini shrub for patios. A 40–50 litre pot supports moisture balance and steady growth, easing watering routines for the time-pressed city-dweller. |
| Small group planting as an easy-care family feature |
Planting three to five together quickly forms a rounded, flower-rich patch that reads as one compact feature, simple to prune lightly in late winter and refresh by occasional thinning. Own-root plants build up from a secure base year by year, giving families confident results with little technical knowledge for the relaxed household. |
Styling ideas
- Cottage-Ribbon – line FELINA along a front path with soft catmint and low lavender to echo its yellow tones and scent – ideal for those seeking classic cottage character in a narrow strip.
- Evergreen-Frame – pair small groups in front of compact cherry laurel or boxy evergreens so the glossy foliage and neat height create a composed, year-round frame – suited to owners who like order with colour.
- Perfumed-Patio – plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with airy baby’s-breath at the rim for a light, fragrant cloud around the golden blooms – perfect for balcony or courtyard gardeners wanting impact from one container.
- Sunny-Carpet – use close spacing in a rectangular bed for a low, uniform carpet of yellow near the drive or entrance, keeping maintenance to simple deadheading and an annual trim – good for busy families.
- Soft-Companion – weave FELINA between pastel perennials such as pinks and salvias so its compact mounds punctuate the border without dominating – for aesthetic gardeners who favour subtle structure over height.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
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| Name and registration |
FELINA – yellow bedding floribunda rose; floribunda shrub type within the bed rose group, grown and supplied here as a consumer-grade, own-root plant for general garden use and smaller borders. |
| Origin and breeding |
Discovered in Hungary in 2002 and introduced by PharmaRosa® Ltd.; parentage and original breeding institution are unknown, typical of chance finds later stabilised and propagated for garden culture. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, low, bushy shrub typically 25–40 cm in height and spread, with dense, dark green, glossy foliage and moderate prickliness; naturally neat habit well suited to edging, bedding and container planting. |
| Flower morphology |
Medium-sized, double, cup-shaped blooms carried in clusters on short stems, with approximately 26–39 petals and remontant behaviour that provides a generous second flush after the main early-summer flowering. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Bright golden-yellow flowers with creamy white shadings; colour deep in the centre and lighter outside, fading through straw yellow to cream as blooms age, providing a variable yet always soft yellow display in the bed. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Pronounced, sweet, fruity scent that is strong and long lasting for a bedding floribunda; fragrance is most appreciable at close quarters, making it particularly suitable near seating areas, paths and doorways. |
| Hip characteristics |
Rose hip production is generally sparse due to the double blooms and routine deadheading; occasional small, ovoid, orange-red hips approximately 6–9 mm in diameter may appear late in the season. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b) with moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; average heat tolerance, needing watering in extended summer droughts. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Prefers a sunny position with well-prepared soil; plant 25–50 cm apart depending on use, at 11–13 plants per m² for bedding. Maintenance is moderate, focusing on deadheading, basic feeding and occasional plant protection. |
FELINA – yellow bedding floribunda rose offers compact habit, rich fragrance and dense foliage on a durable own-root framework, making it a dependable, easy-care choice for long-term family gardens you can plant with confidence.
