Frothy – Mini – dwarf rose – MACfrothy
Compact own-root pharmaROSA® NEONATAL material of Frothy offers a reliable bushy base for nursery container lines and edging stock where uniform miniature structure and dense, moderately glossy foliage are important for repeatable, small-space displays. Its very full, rosette flowers remain within a tight, S-sized profile, supporting impulse-focused 1.5–2 L patio products aimed at garden-centre and nursery channels. Medium maintenance needs and documented H7 hardiness support planning for UK-wide distribution, including cooler zones with strong winter and wind tolerance in exposed nursery sites. The remontant, abundant second flush sustains the display value of finished stock through a long sales window, while low hip set and non-pollinator-oriented, pure white blooms help maintain a clean, ornamental look in thematic rose gardens and collection-style, own-root stands intended for long-term renewal. The own-root form builds progressively—roots in year one, structure in year two, and full ornamental value from year three, supporting predictable, low-replacement programmes.
Usage options
Finished-product ideas
- Impulse Patio Mini, 1.5 L – Compact own-root Frothy in 1.5 L pots, selected for its dwarf, bushy habit and continuous remontant flowering, positioned as an impulse, small-space white patio rose – garden-centre retail.
- Edging Strip Collection, 2 L – Uniform 2 L containers grown from compact, dense bush release material to create repeatable edging modules offering instant, long-lasting white display – nursery and landscaper channel.
- Mini White Theme Range – Curated mini-rose selection anchored by Frothy’s pure white, very full rosettes, built for thematic and show gardens requiring consistent own-root identity – collection and public-realm suppliers.
- Cold-Zone Patio Line – H7-rated Frothy routed into 1.5–2 L patio lines for northern and exposed regions, leveraging its hardiness and own-root regeneration to reduce replacement in retailer guarantees – regional chain programmes.
- Large Patio Feature Tub, 40–50 L – Multiple Frothy units combined in 40–50 L containers for dense, low, white-flowering patio features that benefit from own-root longevity and stable form – premium nursery and project-based sales.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Mini – dwarf miniature shrub rose; registered as MACfrothy, traded as Frothy Mini – dwarf rose MACfrothy; ARS exhibition name Frothy; meaning refers to a foamy, effervescent appearance. |
| Origin and breeding |
Hybrid of ‘Chaumant’ × ‘Popcorn’, bred by Samuel Darragh McGredy IV, McGredy Roses International, New Zealand; introduced and registered in 1992, breeding work dated around 1986. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Dwarf, bushy habit with moderately dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage; moderately prickly shoots; height about 45–55 cm, spread 40–50 cm; self-cleaning intensity and behaviour not provided. |
| Flower morphology |
Miniature S-sized blooms (0.5–1.5 in), very full, rosette-shaped flowers with 40+ petals; borne in clusters; remontant with abundant second flowering; supports prolonged ornamental performance in containers and beds. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Pure white base colour with delicate creamy tone at petal bases; ARS code w, RHS 155D outer and 11D inner; buds cream-white to snow-white; flowers become matt white then fade to greenish-white as the creamy tone disappears. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Fragrance very weak and barely noticeable, with a delicately honeyed character when detected; not positioned as a fragrance feature in production, more as a visual ornamental miniature rose offer. |
| Hip characteristics |
Rose hip set expected to be low; hips spherical, about 5–7 mm in diameter, orange-red; hips are not a primary ornamental aspect and typically remain visually unobtrusive in finished plants. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Medium disease resistance overall, with medium levels to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardiness given as -21 to -18 °C, RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3, USDA 6b; heat and drought tolerance not provided. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Recommended for containers, edging and flower beds; compact, dense bush release form; medium maintenance with occasional plant protection; suited to compact container – patio finished products in 1.5–2 L pots. |
Frothy Mini – dwarf rose MACfrothy combines compact, bushy structure, remontant white flowering and reliable hardiness in an own-root form that supports predictable, regenerative stands; let us discuss volumes, timing and integration into your production plan.
