Deep, rich golden-yellow tones with a warm, sunlit shade. - floribunda bedding rose - medium-strength, clearly scented rose - fresh, fruity character
– Rich golden-yellow clusters, colour holds well.
– Very full, cup-shaped blooms for beds.
– Bushy, compact habit for borders, hedges.
– Low-maintenance, resistant to major diseases.
– Medium, fresh fruity fragrance in bloom.
– Special feature: Reliable repeat-flowering floribunda, ideal for season-long colour in beds and containers.
Horticultural experience – Streamlined forms
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,60 £
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GOLDEN DELIGHT – yellow bedding floribunda rose - Le Grice
Goldenborderscompactfloribundahealthyfragranthedgecontainers Golden Delight brings classic, richly petalled, golden-yellow clusters to small gardens, giving a bright, tidy look from early summer onwards with minimal fuss even where heavy soils need a little extra drainage in raised beds. Its bushy, compact habit keeps front gardens and beds neat without complicated pruning, while repeat flowering supplies a steady stream of blooms for cutting and display. As an own-root plant it settles in gradually, building a stable, long-lived bush that copes well with typical British weather and everyday care levels. In many gardens you will notice roots and framework strengthening in the first year, fuller shoots and structure in the second, then a satisfying, reliable show of colour by the third year.
Golden Delight in different opening phases side by side
Viewing zone of Golden Delight showing the inner flower structure.
Golden Delight in leafless condition, showing its bushy branch structure.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden bedding strips
The compact, bushy habit and reliable repeat flowering make this variety ideal for narrow front beds along paths or drives, giving a long season of golden colour without overwhelming limited space or demanding complex pruning – a reassuring choice for the busy beginner
Classic mixed borders
Clusters of warm golden-yellow blooms sit well among perennials and small shrubs, while the tidy structure and own-root longevity allow the plant to mature gracefully alongside longer-lived border companions, keeping maintenance light and structure balanced for the style-conscious homeowner
Low informal hedges
Planted at hedge spacing, the even height and bushy growth knit together into a soft, low barrier that marks paths or property edges; repeat flushes keep the line colourful, yet simple pruning in late winter is enough to refresh it for the practical gardener
Small group plantings in beds
In groups of three to five plants, the moderate spread and consistent habit create a compact golden block of colour that looks designed without needing intricate layout, making it easy to achieve a polished effect in modest plots for the family-garden owner
Feature rose for cottage-style planting
The rich yellow, many-petalled blooms echo traditional cottage gardens, while the floribunda flowering pattern ensures frequent clusters that blend charmingly with informal companions, giving a relaxed but orderly feel that suits the cottage-garden enthusiast
Containers and large patio pots
Its rounded shape and moderate size sit naturally in substantial pots of 40–50 litres or more, where good watering is easy to manage and golden clusters brighten terraces or doorways without becoming leggy or hard to handle for the urban balcony-gardener
Partial-shade corners near the house
Performing reliably in sites with a few hours of sun, it offers colour where other roses may struggle, and its good disease resistance helps foliage stay presentable in damper, shaded spots often found beside buildings for the shade-challenged gardener
Exhibition-style cutting patch
The abundant, very full, cup-shaped blooms on floribunda stems provide a steady supply of neat, medium-sized flowers for vases, while the fresh, fruity fragrance adds value indoors, rewarding simple deadheading and feeding for the aspiring exhibitor
Styling ideas
Golden edging band – line a front path with evenly spaced Golden Delight to create a bright, low edging that stays compact and formal – ideal for homeowners who want neat structure with minimal clipping
Cottage contrast – mix Golden Delight with mauve catmint and soft pink geraniums for a relaxed, layered cottage look – perfect for gardeners seeking romantic colour without complex planning
Patio focal pot – plant one bush in a 50-litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme around the rim for a sunny, fragrant doorway feature – suited to small-space gardeners wanting high impact on a patio
Low sunshine hedge – run a loose hedge along a drive, interspersed with small box or yew for year-round structure and summer yellow colour – attractive for those replacing higher-maintenance mixed shrubs
Border rhythm – repeat clumps of Golden Delight through a mixed border to tie together perennials and grasses with pockets of warm yellow – ideal for design-conscious gardeners aiming for a cohesive scheme
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bedding rose, registered cultivar name Golden Delight, current trade name Golden Delight Bedding rose Golden Delight; ARS exhibition name Golden Delight; unregistered in formal registration lists.
Origin and breeding
Raised by Edward Burton Le Grice, E. B. Le Grice (Roses) Ltd, United Kingdom; cross ‘Goldilocks’ × ‘Ellinor Le Grice’; introduced in the UK in 1955 as a floribunda bedding rose for garden and exhibition use.
Growth and structural characteristics
Compact, bushy plant 60–80 cm high and 50–70 cm wide, moderately dense glossy dark green foliage, moderately thorny stems; medium self-cleaning, with deadheading recommended to maintain continuous flowering.
Flower morphology
Very full, double cluster-flowered blooms with 40+ petals; large flower size 2.75–3.95 inches; cup to goblet form suited to beds and cutting; strong repeat flowering with an especially abundant second flush.
Colour data and phenology
Deep golden-yellow blooms, ARS dy, RHS 12B outer, 9A inner; colour holds well, only slightly lightening in strong sun; ages to soft lemon and creamy yellow edges, maintaining a warm, sunlit appearance through the season.
Fragrance and aroma
Medium-strength scent with a fresh, fruity character noticeable at close range and in cut stems; primarily ornamental due to very double form, which conceals stamens and offers limited value to pollinating insects.
Hip characteristics
Hip set generally poor because of double blooms; where present, small spherical orange-red hips 10–14 mm in diameter, appearing occasionally and adding modest late-season interest without heavy seeding.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Good overall disease resistance with noted resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C, RHS H7, USDA zone 6b, suited to typical UK winters with standard care.
Horticultural recommendations
Recommended for beds, borders, containers, low hedges and cutting; tolerates partial shade; plant 55 cm for massed beds, 45 cm for hedging, 85 cm as specimen; prefers regular watering in heat and benefits from routine deadheading.
Golden Delight offers compact, healthy, fragrant golden blooms on an easy-care, long-lived own-root plant, making it a dependable choice if you would like a bright, low-maintenance rose that quietly earns its place.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
GOLDEN DELIGHT – yellow bedding floribunda rose - Le Grice
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
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
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