Rosa 'Dolce' is a compact shrub rose with rich cyclamen red flowers. It produces tight clusters of very double blooms through the summer, adding bold colour to borders and containers.

The strong, upright stems carry rounded, flat flowers filled with soft petals. This variety is easy to grow and performs well in sunny gardens.

Key features

• Medium-sized shrub rose
• Very double cyclamen red flowers
• Clusters of rounded blooms
• Strong upright stems
• Long summer flowering
• Disease and heat tolerant

Plant size

• Height: 40cm to 50cm
• Spread: 40cm to 50cm
• Planting density: 4 to 5 plants per m²

Other common names

• Shrub rose 'Dolce'

Benefits for UK wildlife

• Flowers attract bees and pollinating insects
• Provides nectar throughout the summer
• Dense growth offers shelter for beneficial insects

Growing tips

• Plant in fertile, well-drained soil
• Best in full sun
• Suitable for borders, patios, and containers
• Feed and water regularly during the growing season
• Prune lightly in late winter

Do you want strong colour that lasts all summer? Rosa 'Dolce' is a reliable choice for compact planting.

Combine it with creamy perennials such as salvias, nepeta, and ornamental grasses for contrast. It suits both modern and traditional gardens.