Uniform surface in a mid‑green shade. - historic, china rose - very weak, barely perceptible fragrance rose - spicy character
– Unique fully green pompon blooms.
– Strongly remontant, flowers generously twice.
– Compact, bushy habit for beds and pots.
– Resistant to powdery mildew and black spot.
– Hardy to about –20 °C for colder gardens.
– Special feature: Historic 19th‑century sport of ‘Slater’s Crimson China’, treasured by collectors for its strikingly unconventional flowers.
Built on experience – Naturalistic style
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,00 £
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ROSA VIRIDIFLORA – green historic China rose - Smith
Step closer to green tranquility with ROSA VIRIDIFLORA, a uniquely historic China rose whose curious, sculptural blooms bring a calm, naturalistic balance to compact front gardens and city courtyards. Its bushy, upright habit and glossy mid‑green foliage create a quietly structured presence that fits beautifully beside brickwork, paving and gravel, especially where heavy soils need thoughtful drainage and coping with wind and rain off the street. In an average family garden this medium shrub settles in steadily, using its own-root resilience to build a long-lived framework of stems that can regenerate from the base after pruning or weather damage. Year by year you see a gentle rhythm: first the roots establishing, then stronger shoots and finally fully developed character plants with dense clusters of green pompon flowers that look striking in “girly” planting schemes with pinks and pastels. Maintenance stays modest – occasional shaping, some deadheading, routine feeding and mulching – leaving more time to enjoy its quietly spicy fragrance and the sense of a slow, sustainable story unfolding in your rainwater‑wise London terrace or small suburban plot.
Double, pompon-shaped green blooms of Rosa viridiflora.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden specimen near the entrance
The unusual green pompon blooms draw the eye without overwhelming a small space, making a compact yet characterful focal point by a front door or gate in typical terrace plots, especially appealing to the curious collector
Narrow urban borders along paths or drives
Its upright, bushy habit and 80–130 cm height work well in slim borders, giving structure above low perennials while staying within the scale of a family garden and suiting busy owners who prefer modest pruning householders
Rain‑aware, clay or chalk front gardens
The own‑root shrub forms a stable, long‑lived framework that copes well once established, fitting rain‑conscious front gardens that manage wetter, heavier or chalky soils and breezier aspects typical of many UK streets urban‑sustainable
Feature rose in mixed “girly” planting
The cool willow‑green blooms contrast playfully with soft pinks, mauves and creams, giving a sophisticated twist to romantic schemes without demanding constant attention, ideal for those wanting impact from just a few shrubs stylists
Containers from 40–50 litres on patios
In a generous pot of at least 40–50 litres, this medium shrub develops a balanced crown and root system, providing long‑term interest on balconies or paved yards where soil is limited but you still want a distinctive rose balcony‑owners
Historical or curiosity rose corner
As an 1855 European introduction with singular green flowers, it suits small “curiosity” beds or heritage groupings, giving talking‑point value while remaining manageable in size and care demands for non‑expert gardeners enthusiasts
Lightly shaded side passage or courtyard
Reasonable partial‑shade tolerance allows planting where it receives only part‑day sun, such as side paths between houses, maintaining foliage and form where many roses struggle, with routine care rather than intensive regimes time‑poor
Structured low hedge or repeated rhythm
Spacing at 55–60 cm allows a low, rhythmic line of shrubs, the upright habit creating a quiet border edge that frames paths and lawns while staying easy to trim and keep in shape for gardeners seeking order with low fuss planners
Styling ideas
Curiosity‑border – Plant ROSA VIRIDIFLORA with unusual perennials like black mondo grass and airy grasses to create a small “collector’s corner” that intrigues visitors – for design‑confident home gardeners.
Front‑step – Use a single shrub in a 50‑litre pot flanked by lavender for scent and soft colour, framing the doorstep with structure that suits narrow London terraces – for style‑focused city dwellers.
Pastel‑girly – Underplant with pink campanulas and pale nepeta so the green pompoms pop among soft florals, keeping the look romantic but slightly eccentric – for those who enjoy whimsical planting.
Winter‑bones – Back it with Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’ and evergreen box shapes so the rose’s framework supports a restrained, textural winter picture – for gardeners keen on year‑round interest.
Courtyard‑screen – Repeat three to five plants along a low trellis or rail to soften hard boundaries in paved courtyards while keeping light and air moving – for small‑space owners wanting gentle enclosure.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Rosa viridiflora, also traded as Green Rose; a historic China shrub rose within the Heritage rose collection, verified for cultivar authenticity for premium own‑root container production.
Origin and breeding
Spontaneous sport of ‘Slater’s Crimson China’ (Rosa chinensis), discovered by John Smith in the United States in 1827 and introduced to European gardens around 1855 as a distinctive curiosity.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy, upright shrub reaching about 80–130 cm in height and 60–100 cm spread, with moderately dense, mid‑green glossy foliage and only slight prickliness for easier handling during routine maintenance.
Flower morphology
Small, double, ball‑shaped pompon blooms (around 0.5–1.5 inches), borne in clusters, with approximately 26–39 petals and strong remontancy that provides a reliable second flush in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Predominantly green flowers, from oil‑green buds to vivid mid‑green newly opened blooms, maturing to deep willow green with subtle bronzing; colour remains fairly stable even in high summer sunlight.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance is very weak and barely perceptible, occasionally showing a mild spicy character close to the flower; primary ornamental value comes from form and colour rather than strong scent.
Hip characteristics
Due to the double flower form, hips are usually sparse and small, typically spherical, around 6–10 mm in diameter, with green to brownish hues that add discreet seasonal interest late in the year.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Moderate overall disease resistance, demonstrating good tolerance to black spot and powdery mildew with only moderate rust sensitivity; winter hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA zone 6b).
Horticultural recommendations
Ideal in beds, as a specimen or in large containers; prefers well‑drained soil, regular watering in prolonged drought and occasional plant protection, with planting distances of 55–100 cm depending on use.
ROSA VIRIDIFLORA offers compact structure, singular green blooms and steady, own-root longevity in beds or generous containers, making it a thoughtful choice for gardeners seeking lasting character with moderate maintenance.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ROSA VIRIDIFLORA – green historic China rose - Smith
Product Type:
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Double (26–39 petalled) flowers only modestly attract pollinators, as flower form (simple/semi‑double/double) and the accessibility of the stamens markedly influence attractiveness.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its highly modified flowers enclose the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental cultivar.
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.
