Boule de Parfum – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted cutting
Fragrance and colour define Boule de Parfum as a compact, bushy floribunda with dense foliage and strong, long‑lasting scent, ideal for nursery propagation beds and 2–3 litre container production where remontant clusters and semi‑double, ball‑shaped blooms support reliable, retail‑ready output. Own‑root stability underpins long‑term stock blocks and homogeneous stands, with predictable structure (85–115 cm high, 50–70 cm spread) and moderate disease resistance suited to medium maintenance regimes. Its mauve‑pink, lilac‑shaded petals with powder‑lilac hues deliver distinctive visual identity for thematic rose collections, while the strong, powdery aroma fits fragrant cut‑flower ranges. In UK production, it performs consistently across nursery networks, supporting supply to public‑realm and institutional projects where reliable garden performance and own‑root longevity reduce replacement pressure and help maintain stable, predictable capacity over time, while remaining robust in colder areas and exposed sites where winter and wind can challenge less resilient ranges. Aligned with pharmaROSA® NEONATAL’s tray‑rooted 3–6‑month own‑root format, Boule de Parfum integrates cleanly into planned, wholesale‑scale rose pipelines, from propagation to finished goods and wholesale distribution, with a pragmatic development rhythm from root establishment through structural build‑up to full ornamental expression by the third season, giving a dependable base for long‑term planning and credibility.
Usage options
Finished-product ideas
- 2–3 L fragrant floribunda line – Standard-container, 2–3 L bush‑trained plants emphasising strong fragrance and remontant cluster flowering as a reliable garden‑performance SKU – target audience/channel: retail and reseller networks.
- Lilac accent bedding series – Compact own‑root floribundas in 2–3 L pots grouped as a mauve/lilac colour concept, using dense foliage and uniform structure for cohesive bench impact – target audience/channel: garden centres and DIY chains.
- Fragrance collection mixed pallet – Multi‑cultivar fragrant rose pallet where Boule de Parfum contributes strong, long‑lasting scent and ball‑shaped blooms to a curated own‑root range – target audience/channel: supermarket and multiple‑retail promotions.
- Amenity shrub rose module – NEONATAL‑based production into 2–3 L units for compact, hardy shrub plantings, highlighting reliable garden performance and moderate disease resistance – target audience/channel: landscape contractors and public‑realm specifiers.
- Specialist fragrant cut trial pack – Small batches from own‑root stock blocks grown in standard containers for niche, fragrance‑led cut‑flower testing and seasonal bouquets – target audience/channel: independent florists and farm‑shop floristry.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Current trade name Boule de Parfum, bedding floribunda rose, shrub‑type fragrant cut‑flower category; part of the Bedding rose collection, breeder reference Kunieda, cultivar authenticity verified 03.03.2025. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Kunieda Keiji at Rose Farm Keiji (Wabara, Japan), with breeding and introduction dated to 2010 in Japan; parentage is unknown and no specific registration year data are provided. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Bushy, compact floribunda with dense, slightly glossy mid‑green foliage, moderately thorny shoots, reaching around 85–115 cm in height and 50–70 cm spread under standard nursery production. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi‑double, ball to pompon flowers borne in clusters, medium sized at approximately 1.5–2.75 inches, typically 13–25 petals, with a remontant habit providing a plentiful second flush of blooms. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Mauve‑pink petals with a white sheen and golden‑yellow centre; buds medium purple with silvery hue, opening pale lavender, then silvery lilac before fading to a frosted light lilac, with moderate colour retention overall. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, long‑lasting fragrance described as sweet and powdery, suitable for fragrance‑focused ranges; no specific data on cosmetic or soap use, but olfactory impact is a defining characteristic of the cultivar. |
| Hip characteristics |
Occasionally forms spherical red hips, approximately 8–12 mm in diameter; hips are not a dominant ornamental feature but may appear sporadically on established plants under suitable conditions. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Moderate overall disease resistance, with powdery mildew, black spot and rust all rated moderate; hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C, corresponding to RHS H7, Swedish zone 3 and USDA zone 6b in trial data. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Recommended as a standard container line, bush‑trained compact plant for 2–3 L pots; medium maintenance with occasional plant protection required, no specific primary use data beyond bedding and shrub rose applications. |
Boule de Parfum offers compact, uniform floribunda structure, strong long-lasting fragrance and moderate disease resistance on a predictable own-root base, supporting stable stands and long-term stocking; please contact us to align capacities and scheduling.
