The Oddfellows Rose®

Bedding rose

FRYriviera – Gareth Fryer

Intense crimson-pink with a delicate lilac veil on the petal edges. - bedding floribunda rose - mild, restrained scented rose - fresh, fruity character

– Bushy, compact habit for neat bedding displays.
– Semi-double clusters give continuous colour.
– Glossy dark foliage contrasts rich purple-pink blooms.
– Moderately healthy with reliable garden performance.
– Hardy to RHS H7, suitable for colder regions.
– Special feature: Forms attractive red hips after flowering, extending garden interest into autumn.

Standard finished product

pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted rose cutting

26,29 £

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The Oddfellows Rose® bedding floribunda – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL

Floribunda performance in The Oddfellows Rose® translates well into predictable, tray-rooted propagation for nursery beds and 2–3 L containers, supporting reliable retail programmes and park-supply ranges. Its bushy, compact habit, dense, glossy dark-green foliage, and remontant, cluster-flowered blooming make it a practical choice where homogeneous, medium-maintenance beds are required and long-term own-root longevity and regeneration support stable capacity over multiple production cycles, particularly valuable for nursery networks serving cooler, wind-exposed regions across Scotland and northern England.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
2–3 L retail shrubs for bedding benches	The compact, bushy habit and 60–90 cm spread suit uniform 2–3 L standard containers, producing tidy, bench-ready shrubs with predictable height. Remontant flowering with clusters of medium, semi-double blooms underpins the “reliable garden performance” promise in the retail / reseller channel. Own-root material gives renewable growth and stable stands, supporting standard finished product scheduling for professional-growers
Mass bedding for municipal and park plantings	Dense, dark-green foliage and moderate disease tolerance help maintain acceptable presentation in public beds and edging. H7 hardiness down to about –26 °C is suitable for municipal schemes and urban green space contracts in cooler and wind-exposed areas, helping continuity of supply where consistent, mid-maintenance floribundas are specified. Own-root longevity reduces replacement rates across large planted areas for public-realm-suppliers
Urban green space and roadside schemes	Bushy, slightly thorny plants build robust, medium-height structure for edging and traffic-facing beds, while the intense crimson-pink to lilac-toned flowers provide clear visual impact without excessive maintenance demands. Medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control is compatible with contracted maintenance cycles, and own-root regeneration supports predictable stands in urban projects for landscape-contractors
Colour-themed floribunda collections	The distinctive purple-pink / deep crimson-pink colour range with lilac veiling fits well into thematic rose garden or collection concepts where differentiated, named cultivars matter. Verified cultivar authenticity and standard finished product positioning allow nurseries to build consistent branded or private-label ranges on an own-root base, supporting collection and show garden supply for specialist-rose-nurseries
Propagation beds for ongoing own-root stock	pharmaROSA NEONATAL rooted cuttings provide a stable starting point for in-house propagation beds, with own-root technology enabling long-lived mother blocks and renewable cutting material. The development from strong roots in year one, structural shoots in year two and full ornamental effect by year three supports forward-planned capacity for standard containers and bedding programmes for integrator-networks
Wholesale liners for regional nursery networks	Bush-trained, compact plants root through quickly into standard container formats and move efficiently through multi-site nursery systems. Moderate disease resistance and hardiness to RHS H7 give a robust base for transport and redistribution. The cultivar’s reliable, remontant floribunda character matches standard finished product expectations for broad retail / reseller deployment for wholesale-partners
Edging strips in parks and institutional sites	The 95–125 cm height and 60–90 cm spread allow controlled edging lines that still deliver flower impact from clustered, medium blooms. Semi-double flowers with some pollinator value add biodiversity interest without compromising formal bedding character, fitting the “reliable garden performance” value proposition for public and institutional projects for park-suppliers
Medium to large display containers (40–50+ L)	Planted in 40–50 litre and larger containers, the bushy structure and repeated cluster flowering create long-season display units for entrances, terraces or public nodes. Own-root plants tolerate re-cutting and renewal over several seasons, providing predictable restocking material and visually stable units that back standard finished product ranges for project-oriented-nurseries

Finished-product ideas

2–3 L floribunda bedding line – compact, bush-trained bushes in standard 2–3 L pots, highlighting reliable remontant flowering and dense foliage for flower beds and edging – targeted at retail / reseller bedding benches.
Municipal park floribunda block – volume production of own-root plants for mass bedding, using hardiness and medium maintenance needs to support cost-effective park and urban green space schemes – targeted at public-realm suppliers.
Purple-pink theme collection pot – curated 2–3 L assortment built around the distinctive crimson-pink to lilac colour range and named identity for thematic rose gardens – targeted at specialist rose nurseries and show-garden partners.
Landscape edging container units – 40–50 L containers combining bushy habit and moderate height for permanent edging or entrance features in institutional landscapes – targeted at landscape contractors and facilities managers.
Own-root liner packs for networks – pharmaROSA NEONATAL batches supplied as uniform rooted cuttings to feed regional nurseries’ standard container programmes, leveraging predictability and regeneration – targeted at integrator networks and wholesale partners.

Technical cultivar profile

Characteristic	Data
Name and registration	Floribunda bedding rose, registered as FRYriviera, marketed as The Oddfellows Rose® Bedding rose FRYriviera; ARS exhibition name The Oddfellows Rose, commercial bed rose type.
Origin and breeding	Bred by Gareth Fryer at Fryer’s Roses, Knutsford, Cheshire, United Kingdom, with parentage unknown; introduced in 2011 by Fryer’s Roses and Fryer’s Nurseries Ltd. in the United Kingdom.
Awards and recognition	not provided
Growth and structural characteristics	Bushy, compact bush-trained habit reaching about 95–125 cm in height with a 60–90 cm spread; dense, glossy dark-green foliage and slightly thorny stems provide solid bedding structure.
Flower morphology	Semi-double, cupped, cluster-flowered blooms with 13–25 petals and medium flower size around 1.5–2.75 inches, remontant with a plentiful second flowering flush through the season.
Colour data and phenology	Intense crimson-pink to purple-pink with lilac veiling, ARS Mb, RHS 67B outer and 65A inner; colour fades moderately, developing a subtle mauve-lilac tinge towards the end of flowering.
Fragrance and aroma	Mild fragrance with a fresh, fruity character; semi-double flowers offer partial pollinator interest, though accessibility of stamens is reduced compared with simple, single-petalled roses.
Hip characteristics	Produces spherical, red hips 7–13 mm in diameter in moderate quantities, adding seasonal interest where hips are allowed to develop after flowering has finished.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Hardy to about –26 to –23 °C, RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b; moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; no specific data available on heat or drought tolerance.
Horticultural recommendations	Best for flower beds, edging, parks and urban green spaces; medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control; recommended as bush-trained plants in standard 2–3 L containers from own-root cuttings.

The Oddfellows Rose® offers compact floribunda habit, hardy bedding suitability and reliable remontant colour on a predictable, regenerative own-root base, making it a practical option where you wish to align long-term capacity and scheduling.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: THE ODDFELLOWS ROSE® – purple-pink bedding floribunda rose - Fryer

Product Type: pharmaROSA® NEONATAL - rooted rose cutting

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:26.06.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: standard

Item Number: [810] 21-087 (14.02.2026) pharmarosaneonatal.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name was given to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Oddfellows (Independent Order of Oddfellows) friendly society.

Cultivar Synonym: -

Registered Cultivar Name: FRYriviera

Original Trade Name: The Oddfellows Rose

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: The Oddfellows Rose® Bedding rose FRYriviera

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: The Oddfellows Rose

Rose Group: Floribunda

Commercial Type: bedding floribunda rose

Commercial Group: Bed rose

Exhibition Category: floribunda (spray)

Collection: Bedding rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Fryer’s Roses (United Kingdom); Fryer’s Nurseries Ltd. (United Kingdom)

Introduction Year: 2011

Registration Year: Data not available

Breeder: Gareth Fryer

Breeding Company / Institution: Fryer’s Roses (Knutsford, Cheshire, UK)

Breeding Year: United Kingdom, 2011

Parentage: unknown

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: -

Competition and Show Awards: -

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm)

Spread: 2-3ft (60-90 cm)

Growth Habit: bushy

Foliage: This variety has dense foliage. The leaves are glossy and dark green.

Prickliness: slightly thorny

Self-Cleaning Description: No data on self-cleaning.

Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data available on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25

Flower Fullness: semi double flowered

Flower Shape: cupped

Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in)

Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered

Colour Code: ARS code: Mb RHS code: 67B (outer), 65A (inner)

Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with a plentiful second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: purple-pink

Flower Colour Description: Intense crimson-pink with a delicate lilac veil on the petal edges.

Closed Bud: Deep crimson-pink, its tip shading slightly towards purple.

Newly Opened Flower: Rich crimson-pink with a paler mauve tone in the centre.

Full Bloom: Deep crimson pink, with a silvery-lilac shade along the edges of the outer petals.

Before Fading: Gradually fading crimson-pink with a subtle mauve hue.

Colour Fading Description: During opening, the deep crimson-pink moderately fades; by the end of flowering a slight mauve–lilac tinge appears.

Colour Retention Level: moderate

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: mild, restrained scented rose

Fragrance Character: fresh, fruity character

Pollinator Attraction: Semi-double, 13–25‑petalled flowers moderately attract pollinators, with the semi-double flower form and reduced accessibility of the stamens limiting their appeal compared with simple blooms.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: It is considered partially pollinator-friendly due to its semi-double flowers.

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 7-13 mm

Hip Shape: spherical

Hip Colour: red

Hip Comment: Spherical, red rose hips, 7–13 mm in diameter, produced in moderate quantities.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -26–-23 °C

RHS Hardiness Rating: H7

Swedish Hardiness Zone: Zon 4

USDA Hardiness Zone: 5b

Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: No data are available on heat–drought tolerance.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: -

Disease Resistance: moderate

powdery mildew – moderate
black spot – moderate
rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended product path: Standard container

Recommended target pot: 2–3 L

Release form: Bush-trained, compact plant

Recommended use: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest and disease control.

Primary Uses: flower bed, edging, park, urban green space

Comments

Positioning: Standard finished product

Target customer/channel: Retail / reseller

Main value proposition: Reliable garden performance

THE ODDFELLOWS ROSE® – purple-pink bedding floribunda rose - Fryer

Intense crimson-pink with a delicate lilac veil on the petal edges. - bedding floribunda rose - mild, restrained scented rose - fresh, fruity character

Online rose order - purple-pink - mild, restrained scented rose - The Oddfellows Rose® - bedding floribunda rose - (3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm))

Primary Uses: flower bed, edging, park, urban green space + Height: 3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm) Colour: purple-pink + Commercial Type: bedding floribunda rose Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with a plentiful second flowering. + Primary Uses: flower bed, edging, park, urban green space Primary Uses: flower bed, edging, park, urban green space + Growth Habit: bushy Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in) + Height: 3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm) Flower Fullness: semi double flowered + Flower Shape: cupped Colour: purple-pink + Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with a plentiful second flowering. Flower Fullness: semi double flowered + Height: 3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm) Commercial Type: bedding floribunda rose + Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in) Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered + Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in) Growth Habit: bushy + Height: 3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm) Primary Uses: flower bed, edging, park, urban green space + Height: 3.1-4.1ft (95-125 cm) Colour: purple-pink + Flower Fullness: semi double flowered Breeder: Gareth Fryer + Colour: purple-pink

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Wholesale of cuttings

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL is the cost‑effective starting point for rose product production.

As a uniform, own‑rooted propagation material, it provides a stable basis for further growing-on and can be integrated flexibly into different finished product production technologies.
Rooted in trays (rooted), 3–6‑month‑old, own‑rooted rose cutting.
Uniform developmental stage, with a root system that has thoroughly penetrated the plug.
For professional growing‑on.
Tray packaging: 10 pcs/tray.
Quality and varietal identity: production supported by a dedicated identification and traceability logic.
Can be transplanted during frost‑free periods, designed for finished product production.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL provides a controlled, uniform starting stock for planned growing‑on that can be integrated into your own technology – especially where scheduling and varietal identity are paramount.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug, with a root system penetrating the plug (semi-finished product / semi-finished rose). PharmaRosa® NEONATAL rose propagation material size: 3–6‑month‑old, own-rooted cutting with a uniform developmental stage. PharmaRosa® NEONATAL tray stock: own-rooted rose propagation material in trays, uniform developmental stage (10 pcs/tray).

Captions (from left to right): Semi-finished product (NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug with a fully developed root system) • Size demonstration (3–6‑month‑old, uniform cutting) • Root system detail (plug penetrated by the root system) • Tray stock (10 pcs/tray, uniform developmental stage)