Pure white, with a creamy sheen. - climber, climbing rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - scent description not available
– Pure snow-white blooms with silky sheen.
– Elegant high-centred, exhibition-quality flowers.
– Vigorous climber for arches and façades.
– Dense, glossy dark green foliage backdrop.
– Hardy to about −20 °C, reliably winter-tough.
– Special feature: Creates a striking “white dove” effect when trained over pergolas or walls.
Long-lasting plant – Sustainable garden design
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,10 £
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ICE COOL – white climbing rose – Delbard
Step through your front gate and imagine a curtain of white blooms catching the light after rain, the glossy dark foliage still fresh and beaded with droplets that slide away easily in blustery, showery weather common to exposed British gardens. ICE COOL is a Delbard-bred climbing rose designed for dependable structure on arches, railings and small façades, ideal for narrow London front gardens where every square metre must earn its keep. As an own-root plant it offers reassuring longevity, quietly building a stable framework that responds well to light pruning rather than demanding expert care. Over its long flowering season, modestly scented, semi-double blooms open in repeated flushes, staying clean and luminous against the foliage with minimal discolouration. In its pharmaROSA ORIGINAL 2-litre form, the rose settles in gradually, with roots in the first year, confident vertical growth in the second, and full ornamental impact by the third, all while supporting low-input, rainwater-conscious planting for busy urban gardeners.
Freshly opened Ice Cool flower, bright icy white with a creamy sheen in the centre.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Narrow London front-garden railings
Compact spread and medium-height climbing habit make ICE COOL ideal for training along traditional iron railings without overwhelming the pavement, giving a vertical screen of blooms with relatively simple pruning – a reassuring choice for beginners.
Rainwater-friendly façade greening
Dense, glossy foliage intercepts rainfall while the climber’s frame can be supported on discreet wires, helping soften brickwork and downpipe lines in small terraces, complementing permeable surfacing and water-wise planting for busy homeowners.
Pergola or rose arch focal point
Semi-double, high-centred flowers repeat well through the season, creating an elegant archway or pergola cover that looks considered but not fussy, rewarding occasional tying-in and deadheading with consistently showy displays for relaxed gardeners.
Medium-sized family garden boundary
Medium maintenance needs and a controllable spread allow ICE COOL to clothe fences or low walls without encroaching far into play or seating areas, offering long-term structure that suits time-pressed families.
Part-shaded urban side return
Suitability for partial shade means it will still flower reliably on aspects that miss some midday sun, making the often-overlooked side return brighter and more inviting for space-conscious city-dwellers.
Sustainable, long-lived design features
Own-root growth provides long lifespan and good regeneration after harder pruning, so the underlying framework can be refreshed rather than replaced, supporting durable, low-turnover planting schemes for thoughtful planners.
Coastal and exposed sites
Glossy, tough foliage and resilient canes help the plant cope with unsettled, wind-driven showers and brisk conditions typical of breezier UK gardens, giving dependable cover where other climbers might struggle for cautious buyers.
Large containers on balconies or patios
When grown in a minimum 40–50 litre container with good drainage, ICE COOL forms a manageable vertical accent that can be trained onto a narrow obelisk, bringing height and seasonal flower interest within easy reach for container-focused gardeners.
Styling ideas
Front-Door Welcome – Train ICE COOL over a slim arch, underplant with dwarf lavender and sedge for a soft, fragrant entrance – ideal for terrace owners seeking smart kerb appeal.
Green-Screen Railings – Weave stems along railings and pair with low nepeta for a airy, wildlife-friendly frontage – suited to urban gardeners wanting privacy without heaviness.
Calm-White Courtyard – Combine this white climber with Phormium ‘Tom Thumb’ and slate containers for a crisp, contemporary palette – perfect for design-led homeowners.
Family Pergola Retreat – Let ICE COOL span a small pergola with shade-tolerant herbs beneath for relaxed weekend seating – good for families wanting easy, low-fuss structure.
Minimalist Balcony Climber – Grow in a 50-litre pot on an obelisk, teamed with simple grasses for movement – best for busy city-dwellers who favour clean lines and low maintenance.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Climbing rose from the Grand Colours collection; registered as DELgribla, marketed as Ice Cool Grand Colours DELgribla, with ARS exhibition name Blanche Colombe, meaning “white dove” in French.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Georges Delbard and introduced by Roseraies Georges Delbard, France, in 1995; a large-flowered climber of unknown parentage selected for clear white colour and refined flower form.
Growth and structural characteristics
Vigorous climbing habit reaching 240–360 cm high and 160–240 cm wide, with dense, dark green glossy foliage and moderate prickles; requires support on arches, pergolas, fences or façades.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, high-centred, pointed buds in a cut-rose style; medium-sized solitary flowers with approximately 13–25 petals, remontant with generous second flushes through the main season.
Colour data and phenology
Pure white blooms with silky, creamy sheen; ARS code W, RHS NN155C outer, NN155D inner; colour remains stable, later softening to milky cream with occasional pale yellowish tints in strong sun.
Fragrance and aroma
Very weak fragrance, often barely noticeable in normal garden conditions; chosen primarily for its visual impact and clean white colouring rather than for scented garden or cutting use.
Hip characteristics
Sparse hip production due to semi-double form; small spherical hips 6–10 mm in diameter, orange-red when present, offering modest late-season interest without significant self-seeding.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); black spot resistant with moderate tolerance to mildew and rust, needing routine monitoring and timely irrigation in dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to pergolas, arches, fences and façades or as a solitary specimen; medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control, best at 185–300 cm spacing and compatible with partial shade sites.
ICE COOL Grand Colours DELgribla offers refined white climbing blooms, manageable growth for small structures and a long-lived, regenerating own-root framework, making it a considered choice for enduring, low-fuss garden structure.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ICE COOL – white climbing rose - Delbard
Product Type:
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Moderately attractive to pollinators; single to semi‑double flower forms with partly accessible stamens provide reasonable access to pollen and nectar, supporting regular visits.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Semi-double-flowered variety; attracts pollinators only to a limited extent, so is primarily ornamental.
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.
