Félicité Parmentier
Best compact shrub for gardeners seeking classic, fragrant blooms in mixed borders.
Discover the timeless elegance of the Félicité Parmentier rose, a classic Old Rose variety introduced in 1834. This exquisite rose features beautifully formed, multi-petaled blooms that start as a delicate fresh pink and gracefully soften to cream at the edges. Its delicious Old Rose fragrance fills the garden with a captivating scent. Growing as a short, bushy shrub, it typically reaches 4 feet in height and width, making it a perfect addition to mixed borders. This once-flowering variety thrives in zones 4-11 and is backed by a 5-year guarantee.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Mature Height
4.0
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing classic, powerful floral scents
- Romantics seeking vintage, pom-pom style blooms
- Cold-climate growers needing low-maintenance, disease-resistant shrubs
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited space or small containers
- Gardeners wanting continuous color throughout the entire season
- Beginners intimidated by handling sharp, thorny canes
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Multi-petaled structure offers a sophisticated, classic look for any garden.
Fragrance Intensity
Strong Old Rose scent provides a powerful, nostalgic olfactory experience.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across USDA zones 4 through 11.
Growth Habit
Compact mounding form fits perfectly into smaller mixed border spaces.
Flowering Duration
Limited to a single summer bloom cycle per season.
Soil Versatility
Highly resilient variety that tolerates a wide range of soil conditions.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4.0 feet
Bloom Season
Summer
Evergreen/Deciduous Type
Deciduous
Mature Width
4.0 feet
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
Fragrant Flowers
Yes
Plant Form
Mounding
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zones 4-11
Features
- Beautifully formed, many-petalled blooms
- Fresh pink blooms fading to cream
- Delicious Old Rose fragrance
- Short, bushy shrub habit
- Suitable for mixed borders
- Thrives in East, South, West facing locations
- Tolerates all soil types
- Backed by a 5-year guarantee
What customers say
Enthusiasts cherish the Félicité Parmentier rose for its unparalleled classic beauty and reliability. Reviewers consistently praise its intense, intoxicating Old Rose fragrance, often calling it the best in the collection. The bloom’s exquisite, deeply quartered form and pale pink blush coloring create a luminous garden effect. Beyond aesthetics, this variety earns top marks for remarkable hardiness and vigor, thriving reliably even in colder zones with excellent natural disease resistance. While it is a once bloomer, seasoned gardeners accept this limitation, viewing the brief, magnificent early summer display as a highly anticipated annual event. Overall satisfaction stems from its dependable health and exceptional sensory pleasure.
Know before you buy
This is a once-flowering variety, meaning it produces a spectacular, concentrated display of blooms during the summer months rather than repeating throughout the season.
The Félicité Parmentier is highly adaptable and will tolerate all soil types, provided the planting site is well-drained.
As a mounding shrub that reaches 4 feet in height and width, it is compact enough for mixed borders. Ensure you leave a 4-foot radius around the plant to allow for its mature size and proper air circulation.
Yes, for the best results, plant it in a location that receives full sun. It is versatile regarding orientation and will thrive in East, South, or West-facing spots.
Yes, it features a strong, classic Old Rose fragrance that is quite potent, making it an excellent choice for planting near walkways or seating areas where you can enjoy the scent.
The 5-year guarantee provides peace of mind regarding the health and vitality of your rose, ensuring it is a reliable addition to your garden landscape.
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