ABBAYE DE BEAULIEU – raspberry-pink hybrid tea rose – Rateau
Discover Abbaye de Beaulieu, a modern hybrid tea designed for gardeners who want reliable beauty without complicated tasks. In an average Irish family garden it forms an upright, compact bush with glossy dark foliage, carrying large, high‑centred, raspberry‑pink blooms that repeat generously from summer into autumn. Each bloom is richly scented, ideal for cutting into vases while still leaving colour in the border. As a 2‑litre own‑root plant it settles in steadily and offers natural renewal over many years, building a stable, long‑lived shrub rather than a short‑term display. It copes well with short dry spells once established, helpful where summer watering is not always regular, and it performs reliably in typical Irish front gardens exposed to moist winds and variable weather. Expect a gentle development: roots in the first year, stronger shoots in the second, then full ornamental value by the third.
Use cases
| Target area | Reason |
|---|
| Front garden focal point |
Forms a neat, upright, bushy shrub that suits smaller Irish front gardens, giving a clear focal point without overwhelming the space, while coping well with typical moist, breezy coastal conditions – ideal for the busy homeowner |
| Cutting bed near the house |
Large, high‑centred, exhibition‑style flowers on strong stems provide a steady supply of classic, raspberry‑pink blooms for indoor vases, so you can enjoy its fragrance both in the garden and in your living room – perfect for the enthusiastic beginner |
| Small rose group (3–5 plants) |
Planted in a tight group it builds a long‑lasting, own‑root thicket that fills gaps gradually; year one focuses on roots, year two on shoots, year three on full display, creating a stable feature with modest upkeep – reassuring for the time‑pressed gardener |
| Mixed border with perennials |
The rich raspberry‑pink flowers and glossy dark green foliage combine beautifully with airy perennials and grasses, adding structure and repeat colour through the season without complex pruning schemes – attractive to the style‑conscious owner |
| Decorative container by the entrance |
Its compact, upright habit suits a large patio pot; in a 40–50 litre container with good drainage it will provide an elegant, scented welcome at the front door while remaining manageable to water and feed – convenient for the small‑space gardener |
| Cottage‑style path edging |
Regular flushes of medium‑large blooms along a low hedge line create a soft, romantic cottage‑garden feel, especially when under‑planted with light, frothy companions, yet remain easy to keep tidy with occasional deadheading – ideal for the rural householder |
| Feature rose in a family seating area |
Strong, long‑lasting fragrance and repeat flowering make it an excellent choice beside a seating area, where its scent and colour can be appreciated at close quarters during summer evenings – appealing for the relaxed outdoor‑living family |
| Formal bed or symmetrical planting |
The even, bushy structure and uniform flower form lend themselves to more formal layouts, giving a consistent look on both sides of a path or doorway when planting is mirrored – suitable for the order‑loving garden planner |
Decorating ideas
- Cottage Charm Border – Combine with Gypsophila repens ‘Knuddel’ and soft grasses to highlight its repeat raspberry‑pink flowering – for lovers of relaxed, romantic country gardens
- Fragrant Front Door – Plant one in a 40–50 litre pot by the entrance where its strong scent and upright habit frame the doorway – for homeowners wanting a welcoming, low‑fuss feature
- Raspberry Cutting Row – Arrange a short row near the patio for easy access to long‑stemmed blooms that refill vases all summer – for busy families who still enjoy fresh flowers indoors
- Glossy Green Structure – Use its dense, dark foliage as a backdrop to pale perennials, letting the tidy bush shape give year‑round structure – for small‑garden owners needing clear, simple shapes
- Formal Pairing – Plant as matching specimens flanking a path or seating area, where the uniform flowers and compact habit support a calm, ordered design – for those who prefer classic, balanced layouts
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose; registered as EVEalexedit, traded as Abbaye de Beaulieu. ARS approved exhibition name Abbaye de Beaulieu. Part of the hybrid tea group suited to both garden and cutting use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Jérôme Rateau in France in 2011, introduced and registered in 2019. Distributed initially by André Eve and Roses Anciennes André Eve, combining modern performance with traditional French breeding. |
| Awards and recognitions |
Perfumer trainees' prize at Bagatelle International Rose Competition 2019; Gold medal, hybrid tea category, Nyon International New Roses Competition 2020; SNHF Grand Prix de la Rose 2024 for overall garden merit. |
| Growth and structure |
Forms an upright, bushy, compact shrub 80–120 cm high and 50–75 cm wide with dense, glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickliness. Spent flowers are not self‑cleaning and benefit from regular deadheading. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi‑double, high‑centred, pointed‑budded hybrid tea flowers, typically solitary on stems. Around 13–25 petals with large blooms 7–10 cm across. Remontant, producing abundant second and later flushes in suitable conditions. |
| Colour and phenology |
Medium‑deep raspberry‑pink with a delicate cyclamen undertone, velvety buds and long‑lasting colour that may lighten slightly in strong sun. Colour retention is moderate, with graceful fading towards softer pink and lilac tones. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, full‑bodied fragrance of classic rose character, noticeable both in the garden and indoors as a cut flower. Scent is long‑lasting on the plant and in the vase, a key feature of this cultivar’s appeal. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Rose hips set only occasionally due to semi‑double flowers; when present they are spherical, 10–15 mm across, in a red shade close to RHS 46A, and generally of minor ornamental importance compared with the repeated flowering. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (USDA 6b, RHS H7). Disease resistance is modest: highly susceptible to powdery mildew and rust, moderate to black spot, best in airy sites with regular preventive care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Suitable for beds, specimens, low hedging and large containers. Prefers well‑drained, fertile soil and regular feeding. Space at 45–90 cm depending on use; in wetter regions ensure good air movement and a consistent plant protection routine. |
ABBAYE DE BEAULIEU offers richly scented, repeat raspberry‑pink blooms on a compact shrub, ideal for cutting and small gardens, with own‑root longevity giving lasting value; consider it if you want dependable elegance with manageable care.
