Bedding rose

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Suni®

Bedding rose

BARsus – Anna Medici Barni

The outer surface of the petals is a deep carmine pink, while the inner surface has a soft cream-white hue. - floribunda bedding rose - medium-strength, clearly scented rose - fresh character

– Compact, dense habit for neat bedding displays.
– Abundant, remontant flowering from summer on.
– Elegant cream‑white and carmine bicolour blooms.
– Medium, fresh fragrance clearly perceptible.
– Reliable hardiness to RHS H7, USDA 6b.
Special feature: Gold Rose Award winner with extra prize for continuous flowering.
Careful packaging – Continuous garden growth
Suni®
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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Suni® bedding floribunda rose – BARsus

For a neat, welcoming front garden, Suni® offers compact, floribunda colour in tidy clusters that repeat generously from early summer into autumn, forming a reliable, easy-care display in even modest family beds and borders. The creamy white and carmine-pink bicolour blooms keep their soft two-tone charm as they age, while the dense, glossy foliage maintains a well-furnished structure with minimal shaping. As an own-root rose, it settles in gradually and forms a stable, long-lived bush, coping well with typical British soils and conditions, including areas where improved drainage is needed on heavier ground near the house. Medium fragrance adds a fresh garden note close to paths and seating, and its balanced growth makes it equally at home in generous pots of 40–50 litres or as a low, flowering border in classic cottage-style planting, building up from root growth in the first year to fuller flowering impact by the third season.


Cup-shaped, double blooms of Suni® floribunda rose.
Suni® rose blooms side by side in different opening stages.

Usage options

Target areaReasoning
Front garden bed by the path The compact, 50–70 cm habit keeps Suni® tidy along paths and driveways, giving clear lines of sight while still delivering generous clusters of bicolour blooms. Repeated flowering through the season means the entrance stays welcoming with little more than watering and an annual prune, suiting the needs of the busy urban homeowner.
Low border in a family garden Planted at the recommended spacing, Suni® forms a dense, low hedge-like line that reads clearly from the house and patio. Its bushy structure and glossy foliage fill lower gaps in mixed borders, and occasional deadheading is enough to keep flowers coming, making it reassuring for those who would like a structured look without complex maintenance.
Small group planting in cottage-style mixes Groups of three to five plants give a strong block of cream-white and carmine colour that threads easily into cottage-style schemes with perennials and grasses. The repeat-flowering clusters blend well with softer textures, while the moderate disease resistance remains manageable in typical UK humidity, appealing to style-conscious beginners.
Feature rose near seating or terrace The medium, fresh fragrance is best appreciated up close, so one or two plants placed near a bench or terrace provide a pleasant scented accent without overwhelming the space. Its compact form avoids leggy stems around furniture, and simple, once-a-year pruning keeps it in shape, ideal for those who value sensory detail but limited upkeep.
Own-root long-term planting in established beds As an own-root plant, Suni® builds its framework gradually where it is planted, regenerating reliably from the base if pruned harder in future years. This underpins a long lifespan and stable ornamental value in permanent beds, particularly attractive for homeowners planning a garden that matures gently alongside their property and lifestyle.
Container rose for patios and small spaces In a 40–50 litre pot with good compost, Suni® develops into a well-balanced, compact shrub whose height and spread suit smaller terraces and balconies. Regular but straightforward watering and feeding support its remontant flowering, offering a strong return in colour for limited space, a practical choice for city gardeners with only a patio.
Easy-care flowering strip along fences The floribunda habit gives multiple medium-sized blooms per stem, ensuring good coverage along shorter runs of fencing or low walls. With moderate disease resistance and a preference for sun, it responds well to basic care and good air circulation, fitting homeowners who want reliable flowering structure without advanced rose-growing skills.
Informal edging to lawns or paths Planted at edging distances, Suni® creates a soft, colourful margin that visually separates lawn from borders without feeling harsh or over-formal. Its incremental development from stronger roots in the first year to fuller flowering in the third year encourages patience rewarded by a stable, balanced stand, appealing to patient enthusiasts.

Styling ideas

  • Cottage-ribbon – run Suni® in a curved line with lavender and catmint to echo classic cottage borders – ideal for homeowners wanting traditional charm from an easy-care structure.
  • Patio-accent – place one plant in a 40–50 litre pot beside outdoor seating to enjoy fragrance and colour close-up – suited to balcony and terrace gardeners with limited ground space.
  • Two-tone-drift – mass three to five plants in front of taller perennials so the cream-and-carmine clusters form a soft colour drift – for design-minded beginners seeking a dependable focal block.
  • Family-border – alternate Suni® with low evergreens to frame a play lawn with tidy, low flowering – perfect for families needing robust structure that remains simple to look after.
  • Pathway-guard – edge a main path with regularly spaced plants to create a welcoming, scented route to the door – best for those wanting front-garden impact without technical planting schemes.

Technical cultivar profile
ParameterData
Name and registration Floribunda bedding rose, registered as BARsus, marketed as Suni® bedding rose; exhibition floribunda and cut-flower type, verified authenticity and premium silver quality rating.
Origin and breeding Bred by Anna Medici Barni, Barni (Pistoia, Italy); introduced and registered in 1993, with commercial distribution by Rose Barni, representing Italian floribunda breeding of the early 1990s.
Awards and recognition Gold Rose Award at the 1993 Geneva International Rose Competition and Special Prize for Continuous Flowering at the 1994 Genoa International Rose Competition, confirming ornamental reliability.
Growth and structural characteristics Compact, bushy shrub 50–70 cm tall and 40–60 cm wide, with dense, dark green, glossy foliage and moderate prickliness; maintains a neat outline suitable for beds, edging and low hedging.
Flower morphology Double, cup-shaped clusters with 26–39 petals and medium-sized blooms on floribunda-type trusses; remontant, with particularly abundant second flush, providing extended seasonal display in beds.
Colour data and phenology Cream-white inner petals with carmine-pink outer surfaces; colour softens to light pink and slightly yellowish cream while retaining a two-tone effect, offering nuanced interest from bud to fade.
Fragrance and aroma Medium-strength, clearly noticeable scent with a fresh character, most effective at close range in seating areas or along paths, adding an extra sensory dimension beyond visual flower display.
Hip characteristics Rose hips are sparse due to the double flowers; where formed they are small, spherical, red hips around 6–10 mm in diameter, contributing limited but occasional late-season interest in the garden.
Resistance and winter hardiness Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish Zone 3); disease resistance is moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, with routine monitoring and care advisable.
Horticultural recommendations Best in sunny positions with reasonable drainage; suitable for beds, edging, parks and cut flowers. Medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control and regular deadheading for rebloom.

Suni® offers compact repeat flowering, gentle fragrance and long-term own-root reliability, making it a thoughtful choice when you would like dependable colour from a manageable garden rose.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: SUNI® – cream-white-carmine bedding floribunda rose - Barni
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:26.05.2025
Cultivar Quality Rating: premium silver
Item Number: [1200] 53-051 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name is the diminutive form of a female forename.
Current Trade Name: Suni® Bedding rose BARsus
Rose Group: Floribunda
Commercial Type: floribunda bedding rose
Commercial Group: Bed rose
Exhibition Category: exhibition floribunda; cut flower
Collection: Bedding rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Rose Barni (Italy)
Breeder: Anna Medici Barni
Breeding Company / Institution: Barni (Pistoia, Italy)
Breeding Year: Italy, 1993
Parentage: unknown

Awards and Honours

Competition and Show Awards: Gold Rose Award (1993) – Geneva International Rose Competition; Special Prize for Continuous Flowering (1994) – Genoa International Rose Competition

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 1.6-2.3ft (50-70 cm)
Spread: 1.3-2ft (40-60 cm)
Growth Habit: compact
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage; the leaves are glossy and dark green.
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: Variety descriptions do not mention self-cleaning; removing spent blooms is recommended to improve reblooming.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: Its self‑cleaning is likely moderate.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 26-39
Flower Fullness: double-flowered
Flower Shape: cup-shaped
Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in)
Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered
Colour Code: ARS code: PB RHS code: 53C (outer), 155D (inner)
Repeat Flowering: Remontant; its second flowering is abundant.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: cream-white-carmine
Flower Colour Description: The outer surface of the petals is a deep carmine pink, while the inner surface has a soft cream-white hue.
Closed Bud: Intense carmine-pink, with a pale creamy red at the tip.
Newly Opened Flower: The outer petals are vivid crimson-pink and the inner petals are creamy white with a slight pink blush.
Full Bloom: The petals are creamy white at the base with a uniform carmine-pink edge, the two tones blending softly.
Before Fading: The carmine fades to a light pink, while the cream‑white acquires a slight yellowish tint.
Colour Fading Description: As the blooms open, the carmine pink fades to a light pink, the cream‑white tone shifts slightly yellowish, and the two‑colour effect is retained.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: medium-strength, clearly scented rose
Fragrance Character: fresh character
Pollinator Attraction: Its strongly double flower form, which often conceals or restricts access to the stamens, makes it of limited attractiveness to pollinating insects.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Its double blooms obscure the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental variety.

Hip Characteristics

Hip Shape: spherical
Hip Colour: red
Hip Comment: Rose hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally spherical red rose hips 6–10 mm in diameter may appear.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: No data are available on heat–drought tolerance.
Disease Resistance: moderate
  • powdery mildew – moderate
  • black spot – moderate
  • rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Planting Distance: for mass planting 35 cm, for hedging 30 cm, as a solitary specimen 55 cm
Planting Density: square planting 8,2 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 9,4 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: Best suited to a sunny position
Maintenance Requirement: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest control.
Primary Uses: flower beds, edging, parks, cut flowers

Comments

Strengths: Careful packaging – Continuous garden growth
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SUNI® – cream-white-carmine bedding floribunda rose - Barni
The outer surface of the petals is a deep carmine pink, while the inner surface has a soft cream-white hue. - floribunda bedding rose - medium-strength, clearly scented rose - fresh character
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Care guide

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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