Deep, dark claret red shade with a subtle purple undertone. - park rose - strong, far-scented rose - rose scented
– Velvety burgundy blooms with exquisite depth.
– Strong, far-reaching classic rose fragrance.
– Robust, disease-resistant shrub for easy care.
– Excellent heat, drought and urban tolerance.
– Dense, bushy habit ideal for hedges.
– Gné speisialta: Fómhar saibhir de mhíosaí maisiúla dearga.
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WILD EAGLE – burgundy park rose - Ruf
For an Irish cottage or Dublin front garden that feels naturally cheerful rather than high-maintenance, WILD EAGLE brings relaxed charm in rich, velvety claret tones. This bushy shrub rose thrives where others struggle, content in exposed gardens and coping well with brisk breezes and frequent rain, even when the soil is less than perfect and the drainage is only moderate. The semi-double flowers are generously fragrant, with exposed stamens that welcome bees and hoverflies, yet the plant remains strikingly healthy, with foliage that shrugs off common rose diseases. Self-cleaning blooms mean less deadheading, while low pruning needs keep weekend jobs pleasantly short. As an own-root rose it builds a deep, resilient framework, living longer and regrowing reliably after any setbacks. Think of it as a steady three-year progression: first roots, then strong shoots, and finally a full display that settles beautifully into your everyday garden routine.
Wild Eagle in closed bud, showing a dark burgundy red tone with a slight purplish sheen.
Wild Eagle rose at full bloom, showing rich burgundy flowers.
Wild Eagle showing its deep burgundy flowers at full bloom.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Low-maintenance flowering hedge along a front or side boundary
The bushy habit, dense foliage and good height make WILD EAGLE ideal for an informal hedge that screens cars and pavements without looking harsh. Strong disease resistance and minimal pruning keep it smart with only light annual shaping, suiting a time-poor homeowner.
Feature shrub in a small to medium family lawn
Planted as a specimen at about 90 cm spacing, its rich burgundy flowers and dark foliage stand out against grass or gravel. As an own-root shrub it builds a durable framework over the years, offering long-lived structure and colour for the patient gardener.
Cottage-style mixed border with perennials and grasses
The semi-double, wine-red blooms pair beautifully with airy companions like feather reed-grass and baby’s-breath, giving that “girly” cottage look without complicated care. Good self-cleaning means spent petals fall away, so borders stay tidy for the relaxed planner.
Bee-friendly urban planting near a doorstep or railings
Exposed stamens and a strong rose scent make each flush attractive to bees and hoverflies, even in the middle of the city. Continuous, remontant flowering through a short Irish summer supports pollinators while delighting the nature-oriented buyer.
Containers and large pots on patios or terraces
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with good drainage, WILD EAGLE offers a long flowering season on a compact footprint. Own-root vigour and low feeding needs keep upkeep simple, making it a sound choice for busy urban residents.
Coastal or roadside gardens with challenging conditions
This variety tolerates salt spray, roadside salting and poorer soils, remaining healthy where more delicate roses often fail. Its robust constitution suits exposed Irish plots that see frequent rain and strong winds, reassuring the pragmatic gardener.
Family garden beds where easy care is a priority
Good self-cleaning, strong disease resistance and modest water demand reduce routine chores. With only light annual pruning and basic mulching, you still get a long flowering season and a reliable show, ideal for the busy family household.
Autumn and winter interest planting with hips
After flowering, abundant bright red, ellipsoid hips extend the display well into the colder months, feeding birds and adding colour. This natural, low-effort seasonal change appeals to those who value year-round interest and a wildlife-friendly approach.
Styling ideas
Cottage-hedge charm – Plant a loose hedge, underplant with Gypsophila repens ‘Knuddel’ and let the self-cleaning burgundy blooms create a relaxed, storybook edge – ideal for nostalgic front-garden owners.
Urban jewel pot – In a 50 litre terracotta pot by the front door, its strong fragrance and repeat flowering bring daily pleasure with little care – perfect for busy city dwellers.
Wildlife welcome – Combine with feather reed-grass and pollinator-friendly perennials so bees enjoy open, scented flowers, then birds feast on the autumn hips – great for nature-minded families.
Low-fuss lawn anchor – Use one or three shrubs in the lawn as a focal point, relying on disease resistance and minimal pruning to keep it smart – suited to practical homeowners.
Coastal-colour band – In exposed, breezy plots, mix WILD EAGLE with tough grasses and lychnis, using its salt and sun tolerance for a resilient ribbon of colour – ideal for seaside gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
WILD EAGLE – burgundy park rose - Ruf; shrub, Hybrid Rugosa park rose; exhibition category shrub rose; trade name used for consumer sales; registered cultivar name not published.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Georg Ruf, Rosenschule Ruf, Germany; parentage unknown; bred around 2008 and introduced in 2008 by Rosenschule Ruf as a robust park shrub for wider European garden use.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy shrub to about 90–135 cm tall and 65–100 cm wide, with dense, matte, dark green foliage and strong thorniness; good self-cleaning habit leaves ornamental hips after petal fall.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, flat, medium-sized blooms around 4–7 cm across, borne in clusters; 13–25 petals provide an open centre with visible stamens; remontant, with an especially abundant second flush.
Colour data and phenology
Deep claret-burgundy flowers with subtle purple tones; ARS DR, RHS 187A outer, 187B inner; colour holds well, deepening to maroon with smoky-lilac edges and only slight fading in full sun.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, far-scented classic rose perfume, noticeable along paths or near doors; semi-double form with exposed stamens offers moderate pollinator appeal while providing a clearly fragrant garden feature.
Hip characteristics
Produces numerous bright red, ellipsoid hips, approximately 24–36 mm in diameter; showy in autumn and early winter, adding ornamental and wildlife value once the main flowering season has finished.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Rated highly resistant to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; tolerates heat and moderate drought; hardy around -26 to -23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 4, USDA 5b), suiting most Irish conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Best at 55 cm for mass planting, 50 cm for hedges, 90 cm as a specimen; suitable for borders, hedges and large containers; low feeding and pruning needs; prefers well-drained soil and regular mulching.
WILD EAGLE offers rich burgundy blooms, strong disease resistance and long-lived own-root reliability for relaxed Irish gardens, making it a thoughtful choice when you wish to invest in easy, enduring colour.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
WILD EAGLE – burgundy park rose - Ruf
Product Type:
antoniaROSE® ORIGINAL - rós i bpota 2 lítear ar a fhréamhacha féin
Flower Colour:
Deep, dark claret red shade with a subtle purple undertone.
Closed Bud:
Dark burgundy red, with a slightly purplish sheen at the tip.
Freshly Opened Flower:
Rich wine-red petals, with a discreet purplish tone visible in the centre.
Full Bloom:
Velvety, deep crimson-purple surface is characteristic, with paler lilac shading on the outer petals.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The petals deepen to burgundy, with a smoky-lilac discolouration visible on their margins.
Colour Fading Description:
As it opens the deep wine‑red hue is retained, deepening to maroon at the end with a smoky‑purple tone at the edge; fading is slight.
Pollinator Attraction:
The semi-double, fragrant flowers, with easily accessible stamens that improve pollen access, attract pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Moderately pollinator-friendly, because the semi-double, fragrant flowers have exposed stamens that are accessible to pollinators.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual 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.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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