Delicate, porcelain-like pale pink with a pearlescent sheen. - floribunda bedding rose - medium-strength, noticeably scented rose - delicate, fruity-honey fragrance
– Delicate porcelain-like light pink blooms.
– Compact, neat habit for borders and beds.
– Reliable repeat flowering with abundant flushes.
– Good heat and moderate drought tolerance.
– Medium-strength fruity-honey fragrance.
– Special feature: Awarded 5th prize at Baden bei Wien Rose Trial (1991).
Variety guarantee – Personal preference
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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Maria Teresa – light pink floribunda bedding rose for easy elegance
With MariaTeresa you can create a compact, well-behaved rose bed that suits small front gardens and cottage-style borders, while still coping reliably with breezy, wetter British weather in exposed spots. Its floribunda habit means generous clusters of blooms rather than a few isolated flowers, so even a modest planting quickly looks full. The pale, porcelain colour holds well, gently fading to near white with a silvery veil that blends effortlessly with most planting schemes. A pleasantly compact shrub around knee height keeps paths clear and windows unobstructed, while the medium, fruity-honey fragrance adds refinement without overwhelming small spaces. As an own-root plant it establishes steadily and repays basic care with long-term garden value, following the natural rhythm of stronger roots in year one, more shoots in year two and full ornamental presence by year three. In partial shade it still flowers reliably, especially where soil structure supports drainage and prevents prolonged waterlogging. Moderate self-cleaning of spent blooms means that, even if you miss a round of deadheading, the overall display stays neat and inviting.
Maria Teresa in potted sales condition
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden flowerbed by the path
The compact, low, floribunda habit forms a neat ribbon of blossom that will not sprawl onto paths or driveways. Its stable own-root growth and regular repeat flowering create a reliable, tidy welcome outside the house with minimal shaping, ideal for beginners.
Small cottage-style mixed border
Porcelain pale pink flowers with a good fading pattern weave gently among perennials and herbs, softening stronger colours rather than clashing. The medium-sized clusters look especially charming with airy, fine-textured companions, suiting those who love a romantic look but want planting that stays proportionate for homeowners.
Low rose hedge along a lawn
Regular spacing creates a uniform, knee-high line of shrubs that read as a coherent feature without blocking views. The consistent height and spread make it straightforward to trim lightly each winter, giving families a simple way to define play or seating areas for gardeners.
Feature group of 3–5 plants near the terrace
Cluster planting enhances the naturally generous flowering, giving the impression of a single, broad cushion of light pink bloom. The compact structure keeps the view open while still delivering impact close to seating and dining spaces, appealing to relaxed evening use for families.
Part-shaded side garden bed
This variety tolerates partial shade, so it copes well on side returns and corners that only receive sun for part of the day. Regular, balanced flowering in these positions helps to brighten overlooked spaces that might otherwise feel dim or underused for town-dwellers.
Formal bedding in front of evergreen shrubs
The compact, moderately dense bush and well-held flower clusters give a controlled outline suited to formal layouts. Light pink blooms stand out clearly against dark foliage backdrops, allowing a refined, classical look without demanding intricate pruning plans for planners.
Large container on patio or balcony (40–50 litres+)
In a generously sized container it keeps a manageable scale, forming a rounded shrub that fits patios and balconies. Good heat tolerance helps it cope with sun-exposed paved areas, provided watering is reliable during dry spells for busy-owners.
Flower-cutting corner in a family garden
Medium-sized, double, corymbose blooms on a compact shrub provide attractive stems for informal indoor arrangements. Repeating flushes through the season allow regular picking without leaving the plant bare, offering simple home-produced flowers for aesthetes.
Styling ideas
Soft-border – Combine with threadleaf coreopsis and pale grasses to echo its light, porcelain pink clusters – ideal for those creating an airy, low-maintenance front border.
Cottage-row – Plant as a short hedge with rosemary and catmint in front and taller delphiniums behind – suited to lovers of classic cottage style in modest spaces.
Pastel-focus – Group 3–5 plants in a small island bed with white violas at the edge – for homeowners wanting a gentle, colour-coordinated focal point.
Patio-accent – Grow one shrub in a 50-litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme around the base – perfect for urban gardeners seeking a compact, scented highlight.
Calm-corner – Set against a backdrop of clipped evergreens with soft pink annuals at the feet – for those who prefer orderly, tranquil planting framed by structure.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose, shrub type; registered as LENmacra and marketed as Maria Teresa – light pink flowerbed floribunda rose, suitable for garden and cutting use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Louis Lens (Lens Roses, Belgium), breeding year 1982; introduced and registered in 1984, with breeder code LENmacra and origin within the renowned Lens selection.
Awards and recognition
Received 5th prize at the Baden bei Wien Austrian Rose Trial in 1991, confirming ornamental value and garden performance under independent trial conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Compact, moderately dense shrub reaching about 60–85 cm high and 50–70 cm wide, with mid-green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate prickliness, suitable for bedding and smaller hedges.
Flower morphology
Large, double, cup-shaped blooms with 26–39 petals in corymbose clusters; remontant with plentiful repeat flushes after the first main flowering, providing a long display season.
Colour data and phenology
Delicate light pink (RHS 65D–65C) with a porcelain, pearlescent sheen; colour fades evenly towards petal edges and becomes almost white before dropping, giving a refined, gentle appearance.
Fragrance and aroma
Medium-strength, noticeable scent with a delicate fruity-honey character; sufficiently pronounced to enjoy at close range on paths, terraces or when used as a cut flower indoors.
Hip characteristics
Rose hips develop only occasionally due to the double flower form; where present, they are small, spherical, red hips around 6–10 mm in diameter, adding modest late-season interest.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); disease tolerance is moderate to low, with particular sensitivity to rust, so regular protection is advisable.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in well-drained, fertile soil with sun or light shade; allow 40–70 cm spacing depending on use. Needs routine plant protection and deadheading to maintain health and optimal flowering.
Maria Teresa offers compact, floribunda flowering, elegant pastel colour and reliable repeat blooms on a long-lived own-root shrub; consider it if you want refined, small-scale rose bedding with steady character.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
MARIA TERESA – light pink flowerbed floribunda rose - Lens
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Hip Comment:
Rose hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasional spherical red rose hips 6–10 mm in diameter may appear.
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.
