Aube

Romantic rose

- – Takunori Kimura

Pale pink outer petal edges gently blend into a warm peach centre. The reverse sides of the petals lighten to a creamy shade. - nostalgia rose - very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose - rich, damask, myrrh-like

– Strong, rich damask, myrrh-like scent
– Large, very full romantic rosette blooms
– Climbing habit ideal for arches and pergolas
– Good heat tolerance and winter hardiness
– Excellent resistance to black spot and mildew
– Special feature: Colour shifts from silky pale pink to warmer peach tones, deepening in heat for an ever-changing display.

Exclusive finished product

pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted rose cutting

30,87 £

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Aube – Romantic rose – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted cutting

Romantica own-root propagation of Aube provides a stable, medium-maintenance premium option for nurseries seeking reliable, repeat-flowering shrub-route climbers with strong fragrance and award-backed flower quality for exclusive ranges. Bush-trained with 3–5 framework canes, these tray-rooted cuttings integrate cleanly into premium container production, from 5–7 L up to 40–50 L statement plants for borders, pergolas and collections. On own roots, the cultivar builds long-lived stands with predictable regrowth after pruning, supporting homogeneous batches and low replacement in retail and project supply, while its good heat tolerance suits UK sites exposed to stronger sun and drying winds. In practice, Year 1 secures the root system, Year 2 delivers structural cane extension, and by Year 3 the finished product reaches full ornamental impact with remontant, cluster-flowering, very full rosettes for high-value, nostalgic-rose programmes.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
Premium 5–7 L nostalgic shrub-route climber	The combination of climbing habit and bush-trained, 3–5 cane structure allows you to present Aube as a manageable shrub-route climber in 5–7 L premium containers. The remontant, cluster-flowering, very full rosettes meet exclusive finished product expectations where flower form is the key value. Own-root material supports a predictable ramp from propagation bed to retail / reseller programmes with stable quality and manageable medium maintenance for border and fence uses, ideal for curated nostalgic assortments for retail / reseller.
Large 40–50 L pergola and obelisk feature stock	Aube’s 170–230 cm climbing vigour with moderately dense, glossy foliage makes it suitable for training on pergolas and obelisks in 40–50 L containers. The bush-trained release form simplifies early framework establishment, while own-root longevity underpins long-term stock plants for repeated cutting or as high-ticket finished specimens. Heat tolerance supports use in sunnier, more exposed UK projects, helping nurseries offer reliable structure plants for thematic rose gardens and public-realm schemes through project suppliers.
Exclusive border showpiece for thematic collections	The Romantic rose positioning and nostalgia rose commercial type align naturally with thematic rose gardens and collection plantings, where cultivar identity and narrative matter. Remontant flowering with dense rosette blooms in nuanced pink–peach tones gives strong display value along borders or as solitary specimens. Own-root propagation supports long-lived, homogeneous stands in collection beds, facilitating cultivar maintenance and renewal planning for institutional and show-garden partners via wholesale networks.
Fragrance-led premium assortment pillar	Very strong, damask and myrrh-like fragrance gives Aube clear differentiation in fragrance-led assortments where scent is a core selling point. As a shrub-route climber, it fits both border and vertical applications, broadening the reach of a single SKU. Medium maintenance with occasional plant protection is acceptable in premium segments where customers value sensory impact. Own-root stability helps you maintain consistent fragrance performers season after season for premium retailers.
Colour-focused nostalgic pink-rose line	The sophisticated colour play from pale pink and peach-pink through slightly violet–orange hues at full bloom suits nostalgia and Romantic lines built around subtle, changeable tones rather than flat colour blocks. Moderate colour retention and described variability in warmth create dynamic displays in borders and containers. With a premium container product path and 5–7 L target pots, Aube can anchor a pink Romantic sub-range, supported by reliable own-root regrowth for garden centres.
Robust climate-adapted line for mixed UK exposure	Good heat tolerance, H7 hardiness and suitability down to USDA 5b mean Aube can be planned confidently across much of the UK, including colder inland sites. This reduces regional risk when building larger propagation batches for network distribution. Own-root plants recover well after pruning or climatic stress, supporting predictable capacity and low replacement. Its performance profile fits nursery networks supplying varied local climates with a strong emphasis on reliable, exclusive roses for regional distributors.
Project-grade shrub-route climber for public and semi-public sites	Climbing height, moderately dense foliage and medium maintenance demands make Aube a realistic option for higher-profile public or semi-public locations where visual impact and fragrance are prioritised. Own-root stock offers extended service life and easier rejuvenation pruning, relevant for long-term project maintenance contracts. Growing from NEONATAL cuttings through 5–7 L and larger containers enables scheduled rollout for pergolas and fences in curated schemes serving public-realm and institutional projects for public-realm suppliers.
Award-highlighted premium SKU for branded ranges	The Hradec Králové certificate in the large-flowered bush category underpins the premium gold quality rating and supports positioning as an exclusive finished product. This recognition, combined with high flower quality and form, is valuable in private-label or curated Romantic ranges where story and proof points matter. Own-root propagation ensures that award-level performance can be replicated consistently across production cycles, providing a bankable pillar variety for brand partners.

Finished-product ideas

Romantic 5–7 L climber-shrub – Premium container line built on bush-trained, 3–5 cane own-root plants, highlighting remontant, very full rosette blooms and fragrance for border and fence use – target audience/channel: retail / reseller.
40–50 L pergola signature rose – Large-container statement plants trained early on supports, using climbing vigour and strong scent to create high-value pergola and obelisk features – target audience/channel: project suppliers.
Nostalgic pink collection piece – Curated Romantic assortment SKU, focusing on nuanced pink–peach colour shifts and award-backed flower form in medium-maintenance shrub-route climbers – target audience/channel: garden centres.
Fragrance hero for premium ranges – Scent-led line where very strong damask/myrrh fragrance and repeat flowering justify exclusive positioning in branded programmes – target audience/channel: premium retailers.
Collection and show-garden stock – Own-root propagation material for long-lived, clearly identifiable cultivar stands in thematic rose gardens and show collections, enabling low-replacement maintenance – target audience/channel: wholesale networks.

Technical cultivar profile

Parameter	Data
Name and registration	Collection Romantic rose; shrub rose fragrant ornamental garden variety; Romantica, Shrub group nostalgia rose; registered as Kim02, traded as Aube Romantic rose Kim02; premium gold internal rating.
Origin and breeding	Hybrid of ‘Chant Rose Misato’ × ‘Princesse de Monaco’, bred by Takunori Kimura (Rosa Orientis / Rose Farm Keiji, Japan, 2014), introduced to Europe by André Eve in 2021 for Romantic rose markets.
Awards and recognition	Certificate in the large-flowered bush category at Hradec Králové (2021), supporting positioning as an exclusive, flower-quality-focused cultivar for premium container and collection-oriented assortments.
Growth and structural characteristics	Climbing habit to 170–230 cm with 90–150 cm spread, moderately dense, slightly glossy mid-green foliage, moderately thorny; released bush-trained with 3–5 strong framework canes for structured shrub-route climber production.
Flower morphology	Large, very full rosette flowers with 40+ petals, presented mainly in clusters; remontant with abundant second flush, supporting continuous ornamental impact in borders, pergola plantings and premium container displays.
Colour data and phenology	Pale pink outer petals and warm peach centre (RHS 36D outer, 31C inner), with creamy reverse; colour deepens before fading, sometimes showing violet–orange tones; hue may intensify in warmer conditions, moderate overall colour retention.
Fragrance and aroma	Very strongly scented rose with rich damask, myrrh-like fragrance, noticeable from a distance; primarily ornamental due to very double form, with concealed stamens and limited pollinator access, ideal for scent-led decorative plantings.
Hip characteristics	Occasional small ellipsoidal orange-red hips, approximately 9–15 mm diameter, may form when flowers are not deadheaded; hips are secondary to the main ornamental role of the large, very full blooms.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (H7, Swedish Zone 4, USDA 5b); resistant to powdery mildew and black spot with moderate rust susceptibility; tolerates heat well, drought performance not fully documented, overall medium maintenance requirement.
Horticultural recommendations	Suited to borders, solitary use, fences, obelisks and pergolas; recommended as a premium container product, primarily 5–7 L and upwards, medium maintenance with occasional plant protection, well adapted to own-root propagation workflows.

Aube Romantic rose Kim02 offers fragrant, award-supported, remontant Romantic blooms on a vigorous shrub-route climber; as own-root material it gives durable, predictable stands, making it a sound choice to discuss for future capacity and scheduling.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: AUBE – pink nostalgic rose - Kimura

Product Type: pharmaROSA® NEONATAL - rooted rose cutting

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:10.05.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: premium gold

Item Number: [1367] 21-374 (14.02.2026) pharmarosaneonatal.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name comes from the French word 'aube', meaning dawn, daybreak.

Cultivar Synonym: Marianne James®

Registered Cultivar Name: Kim02

Original Trade Name: Aube

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: Aube Romantic rose Kim02

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: -

Rose Group: Romantica, Shrub

Commercial Type: nostalgia rose

Commercial Group: Romantic rose

Exhibition Category: shrub rose / fragrant ornamental garden variety

Collection: Romantic rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: André Eve (France)

Introduction Year: 2021

Registration Year: 2014

Breeder: Takunori Kimura

Breeding Company / Institution: Rose Farm Keiji; Rosa Orientis (Japan)

Breeding Year: Japan, 2014

Parentage: ‘Chant Rose Misato’ × ‘Princesse de Monaco’

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: -

Competition and Show Awards: Hradec Králové – Large-flowered bush category certificate (2021)

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 5.6-7.5ft (170-230 cm)

Spread: 3-4.9ft (90-150 cm)

Growth Habit: climbing

Foliage: The variety has moderately dense foliage; the leaves have a slightly glossy surface and a mid‑green hue.

Prickliness: moderately thorny

Self-Cleaning Description: No data on self-cleaning.

Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data available on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 40+

Flower Fullness: very full-flowered

Flower Shape: rosette

Flower Size: L (2,75-3,95 in)

Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowering

Colour Code: ARS code: pb RHS code: 36D (outer), 31C (inner)

Repeat Flowering: Remontant; its second flowering is also abundant.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: pink

Flower Colour Description: Pale pink outer petal edges gently blend into a warm peach centre. The reverse sides of the petals lighten to a creamy shade.

Closed Bud: Pastel pink rounded bud with a soft peachy touch at the tip.

Newly Opened Flower: The outer petal whorl is a silky pale pink, while the inner petals are peach‑pink in tone.

Full Bloom: Dense, rosette-like petals composed of continuous gradations of pink and peach-pink.

Before Fading: The colour deepens, and a slightly violet–orange hue appears in the centre of the petals.

Colour Fading Description: According to the descriptions, the colour tone is variable; in warm conditions the pink hue may intensify.

Colour Retention Level: moderate

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose

Fragrance Character: rich, damask, myrrh-like

Pollinator Attraction: Its strongly double flowers make it poorly attractive to pollinators, as the double flower form (simple/semi‑double/double) and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit pollinator access.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Its very fully double flowers conceal the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental cultivar.

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 9-15 mm

Hip Shape: ellipsoidal

Hip Colour: orange-red

Hip Comment: Small, occasionally produced, ellipsoid orange-red rose hips 9–15 mm in diameter are expected.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -26–-23 °C

RHS Hardiness Rating: H7

Swedish Hardiness Zone: Zon 4

USDA Hardiness Zone: 5b

Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Tolerates heat well; there is no detailed data on drought tolerance.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: good

Disease Resistance: moderate

powdery mildew – resistant
black spot – resistant
rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended product path: Premium container

Recommended target pot: 5–7 L

Release form: Bush-trained, with 3–5 strong framework canes

Recommended use: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires plant protection.

Primary Uses: border, solitary specimen, fence, obelisk, pergola

Comments

Positioning: Exclusive finished product

Target customer/channel: Retail / reseller

Main value proposition: Flower quality, form

Pale pink outer petal edges gently blend into a warm peach centre. The reverse sides of the petals lighten to a creamy shade. - nostalgia rose - very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose - rich, damask, myrrh-like

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PharmaRosa® NEONATAL is the cost‑effective starting point for rose product production.

As a uniform, own‑rooted propagation material, it provides a stable basis for further growing-on and can be integrated flexibly into different finished product production technologies.
Rooted in trays (rooted), 3–6‑month‑old, own‑rooted rose cutting.
Uniform developmental stage, with a root system that has thoroughly penetrated the plug.
For professional growing‑on.
Tray packaging: 10 pcs/tray.
Quality and varietal identity: production supported by a dedicated identification and traceability logic.
Can be transplanted during frost‑free periods, designed for finished product production.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL provides a controlled, uniform starting stock for planned growing‑on that can be integrated into your own technology – especially where scheduling and varietal identity are paramount.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug, with a root system penetrating the plug (semi-finished product / semi-finished rose). PharmaRosa® NEONATAL rose propagation material size: 3–6‑month‑old, own-rooted cutting with a uniform developmental stage. PharmaRosa® NEONATAL tray stock: own-rooted rose propagation material in trays, uniform developmental stage (10 pcs/tray).

Captions (from left to right): Semi-finished product (NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug with a fully developed root system) • Size demonstration (3–6‑month‑old, uniform cutting) • Root system detail (plug penetrated by the root system) • Tray stock (10 pcs/tray, uniform developmental stage)