Striking, dark crimson flowers with cream‑white streaking and a marbled effect. - flowerbed floribunda rose - strong, well-scented rose - fresh, reminiscent of berries
– Striking crimson‑cream marbled blooms.
– Strong, fresh berry‑like fragrance.
– Compact, upright habit for flowerbeds.
– Excellent resistance to major diseases.
– Hardy to around –25 °C, reliable outdoors.
– Special feature: Unusual striped petals that soften to warm chestnut tones as the flowers age.
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eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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KYBRIA – purple-cream flowerbed floribunda rose - pharmaROSA®
Step into a London front garden after rain and let Kybria surround you with its fresh, berry-like fragrance and richly marbled crimson-and-cream blooms that hold their colour even in unsettled weather and cool, breezy conditions with reliable rain and wind tolerance. This compact floribunda builds a neat, upright structure, ideal for smaller family plots where space is limited but long seasons of flower are desired. Grafted stock is not involved: as an own-root rose the plant ages gracefully, replacing old canes from the base and keeping beds evenly covered for many years with minimal intervention. It is particularly suited to low-input, rainwater-fed, peat-free beds where reliable disease resistance and strong H7 hardiness ease maintenance. In your first season Kybria quietly invests in roots; by the second, flowering shoots and shape develop; by year three the planting reaches full balance and ornamental impact. Use one or two in generous 40–50 litre containers by the front door or repeat in rhythm along a path for an easy-care, scented border that feels both modern and sustainable.
Kybria flowers are double, with 26–39 petals and a softly formed centre.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Small urban front garden bed
Compact height and spread make it easy to fit into narrow, street-facing beds, while strong disease resistance means little spraying or fuss in busy city settings, ideal for the time-poor beginner
Low-maintenance family flower border
Reliable remontant flowering offers colour from early summer into autumn with only basic pruning and deadheading, so the border stays cheerful without demanding constant attention from a busy homeowner
Rainwater-fed, peat-free planting strip
Thrives in well-prepared garden soil that holds moisture yet drains, coping well with blustery, rainy spells so it fits sustainably into downpipe-fed, peat-free front gardens for the eco-aware gardener
Long-lived structural planting in mixed beds
Own-root growth allows old stems to be renewed from the base over time, so the planting keeps an even, full outline year after year instead of thinning out, which suits the long-term-minded planner
Clay or chalk-based suburban garden
With good preparation to improve drainage, Kybria settles well on heavier or alkaline soils, forming a sturdy framework that stands up to everyday family use and typical British conditions valued by the practical owner
Feature rose in large containers (40–50 L+)
In a generous pot it retains its upright habit and generous clusters, creating a striking, marbled focal point by doors or on balconies while remaining manageable for the pot-focused urban dweller
Repeated edging along a garden path
Regular spacing at 60 cm creates a continuous line of colour and scent; as plants mature the balanced habit and steady regrowth keep the edging even and harmonious, pleasing the design-conscious buyer
Hardy planting in exposed or coastal plots
Rated to H7 and USDA 5b, it tolerates cold winters and open, breezy sites, so beds stay reliably clothed with foliage and flower instead of gaps forming, reassuring the weather-aware gardener
Styling ideas
Striped-focus – Plant Kybria in a tight group of three as a bold, marbled focal point against simple evergreen shrubs – for homeowners wanting maximum impact from a compact space.
Herb-border – Underplant with lavender, sage or nepeta to echo its fragrance and soften edges in a low-maintenance, pollinator-supporting strip – for relaxed, busy family gardeners.
Front-steps – Grow a single plant in a 50 litre container by your doorstep where the strong berry-like scent greets you after rain – for flat or terraced-house residents.
Path-rhythm – Repeat individual plants at 60 cm along a path to create a gently formal, easy-care edging of upright colour – for those who like subtle structure without hard clipping.
Clay-chic – In improved clay soil, mix with ornamental grasses and bellflowers so Kybria’s glossy foliage and stripes contrast with soft movement – for design-led, sustainability-minded city gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Kybria is a floribunda bed rose marketed as KYBRIA – purple-cream flowerbed floribunda rose - pharmaROSA®, classified within the bedding rose group for dense, colourful flower carpet effects.
Origin and breeding
Discovered in France in 2004 and later introduced by PharmaRosa® Ltd. (Hungary); parentage and formal registration details remain undocumented, but clonal authenticity is verified for this selection.
Growth and structural characteristics
Compact, upright shrub typically 70–90 cm tall and 60–85 cm wide, moderately thorny, with mid-green, glossy foliage of medium density that forms a neat, balanced outline in beds and borders.
Flower morphology
Medium-sized, cup-shaped double blooms with 26–39 petals appear in clusters of 3–5 per stem, repeating freely with a generous second flush that extends display well into late season.
Colour data and phenology
Crimson-cream marbled flowers: velvety dark burgundy ground with irregular cream-white striping, mellowing to chestnut and creamy yellow tones as they age while overall contrast gradually softens.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, fresh scent clearly perceptible on still evenings and after rain, with a character reminiscent of soft berries rather than spice or citrus, adding sensory depth to small gardens and patios.
Hip characteristics
Occasional small hips, around 10–14 mm across, may develop after flowering; ornamental effect is modest and does not usually dominate the plant’s overall late-season appearance.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Excellent disease resistance reported to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, combined with robust winter hardiness to about −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 4, USDA Zone 5b) in normal conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Best at 50–60 cm spacing in beds or 100 cm as a specimen; prefers well-drained yet moisture-retentive soil, with low maintenance needs beyond annual pruning, feeding and occasional deadheading.
KYBRIA – purple-cream flowerbed floribunda rose - pharmaROSA® offers strong fragrance, compact easy-care flowering and long-lived own-root resilience, making it a thoughtful choice for sustainable family gardens and urban front plots.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
KYBRIA – purple-cream flowerbed floribunda rose - pharmaROSA®
Product Type:
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour Description:
Striking, dark crimson flowers with cream‑white streaking and a marbled effect.
Closed Bud:
Dark burgundy/ruby-red ground with scattered ivory–cream spots and faint narrow stripes suggested.
Newly Opened Flower:
On a velvety wine‑red ground irregular, contrasting white–cream striping and splashes appear, and the backs of the petals are darker.
Full Bloom:
Heavily marbled, striped effect: alternating deep burgundy and cream/white, with a slightly darkening red tone towards the edges.
Before Fading:
The reddish‑brown tones mellow into chestnut, the light streaks fade to a creamy‑yellow, and the contrast softens.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the burgundy ground dulls to a brownish–chestnut, the light stripes fade to a creamy–yellowish tone, and the contrast is reduced.
Pollinator Attraction:
Double, 26–39-petalled flowers have limited appeal to pollinators because the double form and reduced accessibility of the stamens restrict insects’ access to nectar and pollen.
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.
