LIBÁN – red dwarf-mini rose - Márk – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL
Compact own-root LIBÁN mini rose material offers a predictable, tray-grown base for wholesale-scale propagation where container patio lines and edging projects rely on uniform plant structure. With its dwarf habit, dense foliage and clustered, vivid red flowering, it supports space-efficient nursery benches and high-density production for 1.5–2 L routes. The single to semi-double blooms remain intensely red with very good colour retention, helping You deliver instant, long-lasting display in retail-oriented compact containers. As own-root propagation stock, LIBÁN provides durable stand stability and low replacement in multi-year collection and thematic rose schemes, with roots consolidating in year one, framework in year two and full ornamental expression in year three. Its remontant flowering and pollinator-friendly blooms make it versatile for dedicated rose gardens and compact projects in public or private settings, while its hardiness corresponds well to cooler UK regions where winter and wind can challenge continuity of supply.
Usage options
Finished-product ideas
- 1.5–2 L patio colour pot – Compact, dense bushes with vivid, colour-stable red blooms delivered in the recommended 1.5–2 L format for patio use, optimised for impulse, container-focused retail benches – target: garden centres and DIY chains.
- Edging strip multi-pack – Own-root, uniform dwarf plants grouped as edging sets, using the compact habit and repeat flowering to create ready-to-plant bed lines – target: nurseries supplying project-oriented and retail landscaping customers.
- Cemetery memorial container – Medium-maintenance, tidy plants in 5–7 L containers for long-lasting floral display in restricted spaces, built from NEONATAL stock for reliable replenishment – target: cemetery trade suppliers and florist-linked outlets.
- Pollinator-friendly mini rose mix – LIBÁN combined with other single-flowered cultivars in coordinated 2–3 L assortments, leveraging its pollinator-friendly open blooms and red colour impact – target: retailers promoting biodiversity-themed ranges.
- Feature patio tub 40–50 L – Several NEONATAL plants grouped in large containers to form a dense, colour-intense patio feature, using compact architecture and strong colour retention – target: landscapers and premium terrace project suppliers.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Current trade name LIBÁN – red dwarf-mini rose - Márk; miniature, mini-dwarf rose group; shrub, edging and container planting category; no registered cultivar name reported to date. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Márk Gergely in Hungary, with parentage unknown; initial introduction and distribution handled by PharmaRosa Ltd; breeding and registration years are not provided in the available data. |
| Awards and recognition |
No awards, competition results or formal horticultural ratings are documented; there are no collectors’ recommendations or global distinctions recorded for this cultivar. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, dwarf shrub with 55–65 cm height and 35–45 cm spread, forming a dense, bushy structure; moderately thorny shoots and dark green, glossy, abundant foliage create a tight, ornamental canopy. |
| Flower morphology |
Single to semi-double blooms with 5–12 petals, flat, plate-like flower form; medium size at approximately 1.5–2.75 inches, usually presented in clustered inflorescences; remontant with plentiful second flowering. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Vivid, saturated red colour (ARS MR, RHS 46A outer, 46B inner) with very good sunlight retention; buds dark red and glossy, opening to homogeneous fiery-red plates that soften slightly before fading without deep burgundy tones. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
No noticeable fragrance recorded; classified as an unscented rose; ornamental value relies primarily on stable red colour impact, bloom form and dense foliage rather than scent contribution in plantings. |
| Hip characteristics |
Produces moderately abundant, spherical hips about 5–7 mm in diameter; hips are orange-red when mature, offering additional late-season visual interest and some wildlife value in established plantings. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardiness to approximately -12 to -9 °C (RHS H5), corresponding to Swedish zone 1 and USDA zone 8a; moderate heat and drought tolerance data only partially available. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Recommended for flower beds, edging, containers and cemetery plantings; compact, dense bush release form suits 1.5–2 L patio containers; medium maintenance requirements, with occasional plant protection advisable in production. |
LIBÁN – red dwarf-mini rose - Márk offers compact, colour-stable, pollinator-friendly plants from own-root material, supporting predictable, long-lived stands and giving nurseries a reliable option for aligning capacity and scheduling through discussion.