Scarlet-red flower with dark maroon–black shading on the petal edges. - hybrid tea rose - medium-strength, clearly noticeable scented rose - fresh, citrusy character
– Dark-red blooms with rich velvety shades.
– Large, double, elegant hybrid tea flowers.
– Good repeat flowering for long display.
– Moderate disease resistance in garden use.
– Winter hardy to USDA zone 6b conditions.
– Special feature: Colour shifts from vivid scarlet to deep brick‑mahogany, creating a dramatic, changing display.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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ZARAUS – dark red hybrid tea rose – pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
Velvety blooms of ZARAUS bring a classic hybrid tea look to small British gardens, combining medium-sized, cup-shaped flowers with a deep, changing dark-red colour that holds well in sun and rain. Its reblooming habit gives a generous second flush, so even with limited time you can enjoy reliable colour along a path, in a front border or by the front door. The bushy, moderately dense foliage forms a tidy, upright shrub that fits comfortably into narrow beds, adapting well to typical UK soils, even where better drainage is needed on heavier ground. As an own-root rose it settles gradually, building a lasting framework that can regenerate from the base and support a long-lived display with only moderate maintenance. In a 40–50 litre container or in the ground, ZARAUS develops into a balanced, medium-height bush whose clear, medium-strong, fresh-citrus fragrance and dependable habit suit busy gardeners who want a refined, long-term feature without complex pruning or specialist techniques.
Zaraus in full bloom, showing its rich dark-red flower form.
Closed bud of ZARAUS, a dark red hybrid tea rose.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden focal planting near the entrance
The medium-height, bushy habit and classic hybrid tea form create a clear focal point that stays within scale for typical UK front gardens, offering neat structure and refined, velvety dark-red blooms close to the door for beginners.
Small bed or mixed border with classic perennials
Repeated flowering with a generous second flush keeps colour running through the season, while the moderate spread fits easily among cottage perennials, giving long, reliable performance in a compact space for busy homeowners.
40–50 litre patio container or large terrace pot
The upright, bushy shape and medium maintenance needs suit a substantial container, where own-root growth builds a stable framework that copes well with everyday care on a terrace or paved front space for urban gardeners.
Pairing on either side of a path or gate
Planting two or four plants at the recommended spacings creates a balanced, welcoming line of strongly coloured blooms, while moderate thorniness and tidy structure remain manageable for regular access for family households.
Small group of 3–5 plants in a dedicated rose bed
Square or hexagonal planting at around 60 cm allows the shrubs to knit into a dense, upright group, giving a continuous block of dark-red colour that matures steadily over the first three seasons for hobby gardeners.
Feature rose in a cottage-style mix
The rich, changeable dark-red flowers and slightly glossy foliage add depth among informal companions such as blue thistles and St John’s-wort, bringing a traditional cottage feel without demanding specialist rose knowledge for aesthetics-focused beginners.
Beds in areas with heavier soil needing improved drainage
In raised or well-prepared beds over heavier ground, the own-root form anchors securely and adapts over time, supporting a stable, medium-sized shrub that tolerates typical British moisture swings and fungal pressure for practical gardeners.
Moderately tended family back garden borders
Medium maintenance requirements and moderate disease resistance mean that, with sensible spacing and occasional protection, the plant maintains ornamental value and flowering for many years without exacting routines for time-pressed owners.
Styling ideas
Entrance Elegance – place a single ZARAUS by the front door, underplanted with low evergreen groundcover, for a tidy, perfumed welcome – ideal for homeowners who want a smart look with minimal fuss
Cottage Contrast – combine ZARAUS with blue globe thistle and airy grasses to highlight its velvety dark-red blooms in a relaxed, textural mix – perfect for cottage-garden lovers seeking classic romance
Patio Statement – grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme or ivy at the base, letting the upright stems carry scented flowers at seating height – suited to balcony and terrace gardeners
Structured Ribbon – plant a short row at 60 cm intervals along a path, edged with low box or Ilex crenata, to create a formal dark-red ribbon of colour – for those who enjoy orderly, easy-to-read layouts
Season-Long Accent – use ZARAUS as a repeating accent in a mixed border, spaced between perennials that peak at different times, so reblooming flowers stitch the season together – attractive for planners of long-interest borders
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
ZARAUS is a hybrid tea rose marketed as ZARAUS – dark red hybrid tea rose – pharmaROSA®, belonging to the Hybrid Tea group; formal registration data and exhibition names are not recorded.
Origin and breeding
Discovered in Hungary in 1976 and introduced by PharmaRosa®, with parentage not documented; supplied here as an own-root plant selected for reliable garden performance rather than exhibition use.
Growth and structural characteristics
Forms a bushy, upright shrub about 80–110 cm high and 60–80 cm wide, with moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickliness, suitable for beds, borders and larger containers.
Flower morphology
Bears large, double, cup-shaped blooms with approximately 26–39 petals, produced mainly singly on stems, and reblooms well through the season with a plentiful, clearly noticeable second flush of flowers.
Colour data and phenology
Flowers open bright scarlet, deepen to velvety wine-red, then soften to brick-mahogany with darker edges; overall dark-red impression with very good colour retention, maintaining richness as blooms age.
Fragrance and aroma
Displays a medium-strength, fresh, citrusy scent that is clearly noticeable at close range, offering a refined, modern fragrance note that complements the dark, velvety flower colour in mixed plantings.
Hip characteristics
Rose-hip production is generally limited by the double flowers; when present, hips are small ellipsoidal, orange-red structures around 10–14 mm, adding occasional late-season detail rather than heavy display.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); disease tolerance is moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, benefiting from sensible spacing and occasional protective treatments.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to planting at 50–60 cm in beds or hedges, or singly at about 100 cm; prefers well-drained soil, medium maintenance and periodic plant protection, working well in typical family gardens and large containers.
ZARAUS offers velvety dark-red, citrus-scented blooms on a compact, bushy shrub that reblooms well, and as an own-root rose it settles into a long-lived, dependable feature for your garden; consider it if you value lasting structure with moderate care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ZARAUS – dark red hybrid tea rose - pharmaROSA®
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Deep red with a velvety sheen, darkening towards the tips.
Newly Opened Flower:
Uniform, vivid scarlet tone with a slightly warm, orange-red glow at the base of the petals.
Full Bloom:
Rich, velvety burgundy overall appearance.
Before Fading:
The red softens, turning to a brick–mahogany shade, with a brownish darkening at the edges.
Colour Fading Description:
On opening the bright scarlet changes to a velvety wine‑red, then before fading it softens and shifts to a brick‑mahogany shade with brownish darkening at the edges.
Pollinator Attraction:
Its very double flower form — as opposed to simple or semi-double types — hides the stamens and limits access to nectar and pollen, so it attracts few pollinators.
Hip Comment:
Rose-hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally producing ellipsoid, orange-red (RHS 40A) hips 10–14 mm in diameter.
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.
