French floribunda rose bred by Meilland Richardier
Sophia Romantica
Sophia Romantica
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Sophia Romantica is a floribunda rose with nostalgic rosette-shaped blooms in soft white and pastel pink shades, abundant repeat flowering and excellent disease resistance. Part of Meilland's celebrated Romantica collection, it brings the charm of old garden roses into a compact, easy-to-place shrub suited to modern gardens.
Choose it if you love the romance of traditional roses and want a variety that offers beauty, health and reliable flowering without demanding a large space.
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Full description:
Sophia Romantica belongs to a family of roses created for gardeners who never stopped admiring the beauty of old roses. Everything about this variety evokes that timeless charm, from its perfectly formed rosettes to its delicate, romantic colouring.
The blooms are filled with more than 100 petals, arranged in the lush, nostalgic style that defines the Romantica collection. The outer petals appear almost snow-white with a subtle creamy tint, while the central petals reveal a softer pastel pink tone that gives the flowers depth and warmth. Together, these shades create an effect that feels elegant, gentle and wonderfully refined.
Unlike many nostalgic roses that require generous space, Sophia Romantica forms a compact and bushy shrub. Its naturally balanced habit makes it ideal for borders, smaller gardens and mixed planting schemes where every plant must earn its place.
The fragrance is delicate and restrained, carrying a slightly sweet character that rewards those who take a moment to lean closer. It is not a rose that overwhelms with perfume, but one that reveals its charm gradually.
Flowering repeatedly and abundantly throughout the season, supported by decorative foliage and excellent disease resistance, Sophia Romantica combines romance and reliability in equal measure. It is the kind of rose that quietly becomes a favourite, bringing beauty to the garden year after year without ever feeling demanding.
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Characteristics:
Type: floribunda rose
Creator: Meilland
Collection: Romantica collection
Colour: soft white-pink with a pastel centre and almost snow-white outer petals
Flower: very double nostalgic rosettes, approximately 7 cm in diameter
Petal count: over 100 petals
Fragrance: mild fragrance with a slightly sweet character
Flowering: repeat flowering throughout the season
Height at maturity: approximately 60–80 cm
Width at maturity: approximately 50–70 cm
Growth: compact, bushy habit
Foliage: highly decorative and attractive
Resistance: excellent disease resistance
Use: borders, smaller gardens, mixed planting, feature planting, cut flowers and floral arrangements
Cut flower performance: approximately 5–7 days in a vase
Delivery format: potted rose or bare-root rose, depending on season and availability
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Frequently asked questions:
Does Sophia Romantica repeat flower?
Yes. Sophia Romantica flowers repeatedly and abundantly throughout the season.
What does Sophia Romantica smell like?
It has a mild, slightly sweet fragrance that complements its romantic appearance.
Is Sophia Romantica suitable for smaller gardens?
Yes. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders and mixed planting schemes.
What does the rose look like on delivery?
The appearance of the rose depends on the season and the natural stage of growth. For clear explanations, see What roses look like on delivery →
What should I do after planting?
Water deeply after planting and keep the soil lightly moist during the first weeks. For step-by-step guidance, see the planting guide →
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