MARIE NATALE – apricot-pink hybrid tea rose for premium container production
Premium own-root pharmaROSA® NEONATAL material of MARIE NATALE offers a stable base for nurseries aiming at exclusive hybrid tea lines and florist-grade cut-flower style finishes, with tray-rooted cuttings optimised for predictable 5–7 L container production and efficient integration into existing propagation systems. The very double, globular blooms with XL flower size and soft apricot-pink to creamy colour transitions deliver high ornamental impact and strong, fruity fragrance as a clear value driver in retail and reseller channels, while own-root longevity and regenerative growth help maintain homogeneous stands and reduce replacement risk over time. Medium disease tolerance aligns with professional maintenance regimes, and hardiness to around -21 °C supports reliable UK-wide scheduling, even in colder, wind-exposed northern sites where winter robustness is important for consistent crop planning; from year 1 root establishment through year 2 shoot build-up to full ornamental performance from year 3, this cultivar fits long-term, collection-focused rose programmes.
Usage options
Finished-product ideas
- 5–7 L Premium Scented Hybrid Tea – Upright, bush-trained plants in 5–7 L pots emphasising XL double blooms and strong fruity fragrance; positioned as an exclusive premium container rose – retail/reseller garden centres
- Collection-Grade Apricot-Pink Display Bush – Own-root, medium-maintenance plants selected for colour transitions and flower form, grown on in uniform blocks for thematic and show gardens – public-realm and project suppliers
- Florist-Style Patio Feature Rose – Solitary, globular blooms highlighted in well-finished 5–7 L containers, marketed as a florist-inspired focal point within curated rose tables – design-led nurseries and boutiques
- Cold-Hardy Premium Tea Selection – Grouped with similarly hardy hybrid teas to create a northern-focused, own-root assortment offering reliable overwintering and stable quality – regional nurseries and wholesalers
- Fragrance Hero in Branded Range – Used as the flagship scented cultivar in a private-label rose line, leveraging strong fragrance and premium flower form while own-root stands secure long-term supply – integrated retail chains
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose in the florists and hybrid tea group, marketed as MARIE NATALE – apricot-pink tea hybrid rose – Nakazawa; no registered exhibition name data available. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tadashi Nakazawa in Japan, breeding year 2006; parentage, introduction and registration years not provided, and initial distribution details are likewise not provided. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright bush with dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage, height around 75–110 cm, spread 50–70 cm; moderately thorny, bush-trained with 3–5 strong framework canes from NEONATAL stage. |
| Flower morphology |
Very double, globular to pompon hybrid tea blooms with over 40 petals, solitary on the stem, XL size from approximately 3.5 inches, remontant with a generous second flush. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Soft apricot-pink flowers with warm peach centre and creamy sheen; colour lightens through bloom, developing cream-pink tones with silvery fade and slight greenish edging, ARS code OP, RHS 57C outer, 33C inner. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strongly scented rose with a full-bodied, fruity character; fragrance is clearly noticeable on flowering plants and supports positioning in fragrance-led premium assortments and display concepts. |
| Hip characteristics |
Rosehip formation expected to be limited by the very double flowers; occasional hips may appear but are not a primary ornamental or production feature of this cultivar. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Medium disease resistance reported for powdery mildew, black spot and rust; winter hardy approximately to -21 to -18 °C, rated RHS H7, Swedish zone 3 and USDA zone 6b for outdoor culture. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Recommended for premium container production, targeting 5–7 L pots; medium maintenance requirement with occasional pest and disease control expected in professional systems; primary use data otherwise not provided. |
MARIE NATALE combines XL very double hybrid tea blooms, strong fruity fragrance and reliable cold hardiness on an own-root base that supports long-lived, predictable stands; please contact us to align volumes, scheduling and integration into your premium ranges.
