Saturated, radiant red hue with velvety depth. - bedding floribunda rose - very faint, barely perceptible scented rose - scent description not available
– Radiant scarlet to cherry red clusters
– Reliable repeat flowering through the season
– Compact, bushy habit for tidy beds
– Good winter hardiness to RHS H7
– Gold Medal winner at Belfast 1975
– Special feature: Forms decorative red hips in autumn.
Value-driven choice – Responsible gardening
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,20 £
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Scherzo™ bedding floribunda rose – bright red structure and colour for easy family borders
Playful yet reliable, Scherzo™ brings a flush of colour to family gardens with compact, bushy plants that are straightforward to manage and flower generously through the season. Its semi-double clusters in rich, velvety red give classic bedding impact without demanding specialist know-how or elaborate pruning, and the own‑root form supports a long, steady garden life with good regeneration after harsher winters. In typical British conditions it copes well with damp spells and breezy sites, provided the soil is not left waterlogged, making it a reassuring option for exposed front gardens and small beds. Over time the plant settles into a well-shaped, medium-height shrub that anchors paths and entrances, while the medium maintenance needs remain manageable for beginners, busy owners and those who simply want tidy, dependable bedding roses.
Scherzo™ rose flowers in different opening phases, shown side by side.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden bedding strip along a path
Scherzo™ forms a compact, upright bush with dense red clusters that read clearly from the pavement, ideal for edging drives and short front paths in typical suburban plots. Medium care demands stay realistic for time-pressed homeowners
Small formal bed in a family lawn
The even height and floribunda habit create a neat, block-colour effect that works well in a circular or rectangular island bed, giving structure without complex design. Own-root plants maintain this form reliably for many years for beginners
Mixed cottage-style border with perennials
Semi-double, mid-sized blooms in saturated red weave easily with classic cottage plants, adding depth without overpowering softer tones. The moderate disease resistance is manageable with occasional care for typical hobby-gardeners
Low flowering hedge along a boundary
Planted at hedge spacing, the bushy upright habit knits into a low, colourful barrier that marks boundaries while staying below window height, and own-root stability helps the hedge recover if individual stems are damaged, reassuring cautious gardeners
Small groups of 3–5 in a corner bed
Mass planting at recommended spacing gives a carpet of cherry-red flower clusters that hides soil and reduces the need for intricate underplanting, suiting those who want impact from few plants. Straightforward seasonal pruning suits busy families
Roses in raised beds on heavier clay
In raised or improved soil Scherzo™ establishes reliably, reducing the risk of waterlogged roots on heavy clay while still giving strong bedding performance and repeat flushes, making it easier to manage challenging plots for urban-owners
Large patio tub or half-barrel (40–50 litres+)
In a substantial container with regular watering and feeding, Scherzo™ offers concentrated colour near seating areas or doors, allowing you to enjoy floribunda display even where borders are limited, an accessible way into roses for beginners
Public-facing spots needing reliable display
Gold Medal recognition at Belfast (1975) reflects its dependable bedding performance and vivid colour, useful where you want a tidy, repeat-flowering show that copes with breezy, rain-washed sites without fussy care, ideal for proud front-garden owners
Styling ideas
Classic edging – line Scherzo™ along a front path with sweet alyssum softening the edge, creating a bright yet ordered welcome – ideal for neat, traditional front-garden owners
Cottage mix – cluster groups of three roses between campanulas and violas for a relaxed, layered cottage border – perfect for lovers of informal, romantic planting
Structural island – form a round bed of Scherzo™ in lawn, underplanted with low silver foliage for contrast – suited to homeowners wanting simple but formal structure
Container accent – plant one rose in a 50‑litre half-barrel with trailing lobularia to bring colour to patios – good for balcony and courtyard gardeners
Boundary rhythm – repeat small groups along a front fence, interspaced with dwarf pines to add evergreen backbone – appealing to those seeking year-round, low-fuss definition
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose, registered as MEIpuma and marketed as Scherzo™ bedding rose; ARS exhibition name Scherzo, shrub rose category in the bedding rose collection.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Marie-Louise Paolino Meilland, Meilland International, France, from unknown parentage; bred 1973, introduced and registered in 1975 by Meilland International.
Awards and recognition
Gold Medal, Belfast 1975, recognising its strong bedding performance, reliable flowering and decorative value in public and private plantings under cool, maritime conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy, upright shrub 85–115 cm high and 70–95 cm wide, moderately thorny, with moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage that supports an even, rounded bedding shape.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, cup to chalice-shaped medium blooms (1.5–2.75 in), 13–25 petals, borne in clusters, remontant with a plentiful second flush that maintains strong bedding impact.
Colour data and phenology
Intense scarlet red buds (RHS 53A/53B) opening to rich mid-red, then cherry red with slight pinkish tints; good colour retention, velvety depth, and a consistently red effect in full bloom.
Fragrance and aroma
Very faint, barely perceptible fragrance with no defined scent character; grown primarily for its vivid colour display and bedding structure rather than for perfume-led garden schemes.
Hip characteristics
Produces moderately formed, small spherical hips 8–12 mm across, globular in shape and coloured red (RHS 43A), adding a discreet seasonal accent if not deadheaded late in the year.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); moderate overall disease resistance with black spot resistance and average powdery mildew and rust levels.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to flower beds, hedging and park planting in full sun; medium maintenance, benefits from regular watering in drought and basic plant protection where fungal pressure is high.
Scherzo™ bedding floribunda rose offers vivid red bedding colour, a compact, easy-care habit and long-lived own-root reliability; a sound choice if you want structured, repeat flowering with straightforward maintenance.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
SCHERZO™ – red bedding floribunda rose - Meilland
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Dark red with a glossy surface and a velvety hue.
Newly Opened Flower:
Intense scarlet red, with a tone only slightly darker at the petal base.
Full Bloom:
Even mid‑red, becoming slightly paler towards the petal edges.
Before Fading:
The red gradually fades to a cherry red, taking on pinkish highlights in places.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the intense scarlet red fades to a mid‑red, then to cherry red before the bloom fades; the primary red hue remains throughout.
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
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
