ANASTASIA – cream-coloured tea-hybrid rose - Ghione
If You dream of a rose with true modern elegance that still feels at home in an Irish cottage-style setting, Anastasia is made for You. Its upright, tidy habit forms a refined, well-shaped bush, ideal for smaller front gardens and narrow beds along the drive. The large, high-centred blooms in soft cream with a buttery heart have classic form, opening slowly on long, straight stems that are perfect for cutting. A strong, fresh, citrusy fragrance means just one stem in a vase can perfume a room, while in the garden the scent greets You at the front gate. As an own-root rose it develops steadily, giving You a reliable, long-lived bush that can regenerate from its own wood and keep its shape over many years. In Ireland’s wet, variable climate it appreciates a sunny, airy spot with good drainage, helping You manage frequent rain and heavy soils more easily. Anastasia is remontant, offering generous repeat flowering through the season so beds rarely look bare. In a sufficiently large container or border it settles in gradually – year one focusing on roots, year two on stronger shoots, and by year three delivering its full romantic display.
Use cases
| Target area |
Reason |
| Front garden focal point |
Anastasia’s upright structure and large, high-centred blooms make it a natural anchor near a doorway or gate, where its strong scent greets visitors and its timeless look suits both townhouses and rural cottages, especially for beginners |
| Small mixed flower bed beside the path |
The dense, dark green foliage forms a neat backdrop for cream flowers, creating a calm, ordered look that pairs easily with perennials and keeps a small border looking intentionally designed, even when You only have time for simple deadheading, ideal for busy |
| Cutting corner for home bouquets |
Long, straight stems with solitary blooms in classic florist style mean You can harvest luxurious, perfumed roses for the table without needing a dedicated cutting garden, giving satisfying results from even two or three plants, perfect for homeowners |
| Sunny terrace in a large container |
Planted in a 40–50 litre pot with good drainage, Anastasia becomes a movable feature on patios or balconies, allowing You to bring its fragrance close to seating areas while managing soil and moisture more precisely in changeable Irish weather, appealing to urban |
| Pairing with lavender or rosemary in a cottage border |
The soft cream flowers stand out beautifully against blue lavender spikes or aromatic rosemary, creating a classic cottage feel while these companions help keep the planting airy and sun-bathed, supporting healthier foliage in Ireland’s moisture-laden air for gardeners |
| Specimen rose in a formal bed |
Anastasia’s solitary, exhibition-style flowers and premium form shine when planted alone with space around it, giving a smart, almost classical presence that rewards simple routines of feeding, watering and seasonal pruning, suitable for enthusiasts |
| Small group of 3 roses in a lawn opening |
Planting three bushes in a triangle at recommended spacing creates a rounded mass of foliage and blooms that reads as one substantial feature, providing more impact from a modest planting and covering ground cleanly over the years, reassuring for families |
| Border near hedging in heavier Irish soils |
With a sunny, well-drained strip in front of a hedge, Anastasia copes well when You prevent waterlogging, making it easier to manage frequent rain and heavier clay typical of many Irish gardens, especially supportive for those still gaining confidence |
Decorating ideas
- Classic cream accent – Plant Anastasia as a single feature near your front door, underplanted with low box or heuchera for a calm, formal welcome – ideal for homeowners who like a tidy, elegant entrance.
- Cottage trio – Group 3 plants with foxgloves and baby’s breath to create a romantic, airy planting that flowers for much of the summer – perfect for lovers of traditional Irish cottage gardens.
- Scented terrace pot – Grow Anastasia in a 40–50 litre container with trailing thyme and white lobelia so fragrance and colour spill around outdoor seating – good for balcony and patio gardeners.
- Lavender ribbon – Line a path with alternating Anastasia and lavender, letting cream blooms float above purple spires for a low-maintenance, fragrant walkway – suited to busy families wanting simple structure.
- Evening cut-flower corner – Dedicate a sunny bed with Anastasia, rosemary and small hydrangeas to supply scented stems for vases – attractive for hobby gardeners who enjoy bringing garden flowers indoors.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as NIRpwhi, marketed as Anastasia – cream-coloured tea-hybrid rose – Ghione; ARS exhibition name Anastasia; pharmaROSA ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root garden plant. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Alessandro Ghione, France, from Tanselbon × PEKwhina; breeding completed 1995 or earlier; registered 1995 and introduced commercially in 2001 by NIRP International S.A. (France). |
| Growth and structure |
Hybrid tea with upright habit, height around 100–140 cm and spread 55–85 cm; dense, glossy dark green foliage and relatively sparse prickles, forming a well-proportioned, vertical bush suited to beds and specimen use. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, double, high-centred blooms with 26–39 petals, classic pointed buds and mainly solitary flowers on long stems; strong remontant character ensures abundant second flush and good suitability for cutting and display. |
| Colour and phenology |
Cream to off-white flowers with soft creamy-yellow tones towards the centre; colour generally holds, though petal edges can brown in intense sun; appearance shifts subtly from milky outer petals to butter-toned heart as blooms mature. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strongly scented hybrid tea rose with a fresh, citrusy, fruity fragrance noticeable both in the garden and in the vase; suitable where fragrance is a priority and one or two cut stems are expected to perfume indoor spaces. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Produces rose hips only sparingly; when present they are ellipsoidal, about 10–14 mm in diameter, and orange-red in colour, offering modest late-season interest without significantly affecting flowering. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b); very susceptible to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, requiring regular preventive spraying and good air circulation, especially in humid regions. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with free-draining soil; spacing 60 cm in beds, 50 cm for hedging, 90 cm as specimen; plant 2.8–3.2 plants/m²; ensure consistent feeding, watering in dry spells and systematic plant protection to maintain foliage. |
ANASTASIA – cream-coloured tea-hybrid rose - Ghione combines elegant, strongly scented, exhibition-style blooms with a neat upright habit and reliable repeat flowering, and as an own-root rose it offers long-term regeneration and stability, making it a thoughtful choice for your garden.
