Delicate, well-balanced pastel pink shade that lightens over time. - nostalgia rose - mild, subtle-scented rose - fresh, rosy character
– Delicate, romantic pastel pink blooms
– Very double rosette flowers for nostalgia charm
– Abundant remontant flowering through the season
– Compact shrub, ideal for beds and parks
– Mild, fresh rosy fragrance for close planting Special feature: Forms pretty red hips after flowering, adding autumn interest.
CECIL DE VOLANGES – pale pink nostalgia rose – Kimura
If You dream of a soft, romantic front garden that still feels easy to live with, CECIL DE VOLANGES offers nostalgic charm in manageable form. Its compact habit fits neatly into small Irish beds and cottage-style borders, where its very double rosette flowers open in gentle pastel pink clusters that gradually lighten towards white. The shrub’s moderately dense mid‑green foliage sets off the blooms beautifully, while a mild, fresh rosy fragrance adds a subtle, not overpowering note near doors, paths and seating. As an own‑root plant, it settles in for the long term, rebuilding from the base if ever cut back and giving You the reassurance of a durable, slowly maturing shrub. Year by year it strengthens – first rooting deeply, then building shoots, and by the third season delivering its full ornamental effect. In typical Irish conditions with moist soils and frequent rain, You only need to ensure good drainage so the roots stay comfortably aerated and the plant can establish reliably on its own.
Cecil de Volanges has medium-sized, very double pale-pink blooms.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden statement shrub
Ideal as a single feature close to your entrance or path, its compact shrub form stays within 85–115 cm, giving a controlled, tidy look that suits smaller Irish front gardens where You want romance without a sprawling plant for the busy homeowner who prefers simplicity
Low cottage-style border
Works well in low mixed borders with perennials and grasses, where the nostalgic rosette flowers and pastel pink shades echo traditional cottage gardens, softening fences and low walls without dominating the space, supporting that relaxed rural feel sought by beginners
Small rose group of 3 plants
Planting a trio in a small bed creates a fuller, more continuous display of medium-sized, very double clusters, giving the impression of a larger rose planting while still being easy to reach for light pruning and feeding, suited to compact gardens of time-pressed families
Romantic bed near terrace or seating
The mild, fresh rosy fragrance is best appreciated up close, so planting by a terrace, bench or patio lets You enjoy its scent and flower details in everyday use without overpowering the area, perfect for relaxation spaces used by garden-loving couples
Own-root long-term planting
As an own-root shrub it gradually forms its final shape in place, adapting to your soil and care routine and regrowing from the base if cut back, giving You a stable, long-lived planting that rewards patient gardeners who value lasting structure for practical-minded owners
Developing family garden (1–3 year plan)
Suited to gradual garden projects: it first focuses on rooting, then builds top growth and by the third year shows its full visual impact, fitting homeowners who are improving a garden step by step and want visible progress without complex routines for forward-planning planners
Moist, rain-exposed borders
Best where You can provide decent soil preparation and drainage so roots are not waterlogged, matching many Irish gardens with frequent rain but heavier soils, and helping this shrub establish reliably when combined with regular care from realistically-minded gardeners
Mixed nostalgia bed with perennials
Combines attractively with soft perennials and grasses in a romantic planting, where its pastel clusters repeat flower and the moderate production of small red hips adds seasonal interest, making an appealing focal mix for people who enjoy gentle, ever-changing scenes as thoughtful collectors
Decorating ideas
Cottage Front Step – Place one plant beside your front steps with dwarf French marigolds at its feet to echo a rural cottage entrance – ideal for homeowners wanting charm in a tight space
Pastel Bed Trio – Group three shrubs in a small rectangular bed, underplanted with glaucous sedge for contrast between pastel blooms and blue-green foliage – perfect for small suburban gardens
Romantic Seating Nook – Position a single shrub behind a bench, framed by Penstemon ‘Husker Red’, to enjoy its gentle scent and layered petals up close – suited to quiet, contemplative corners
Soft Boundary Edge – Line a short, sunny boundary with a loose row of these roses, interspersed with low grasses, to soften fences while keeping height manageable – good for family gardens needing structure
Nostalgic Mixed Border – Weave the shrub through a border of lavender, rosemary and hydrangeas, letting its pastel clusters repeat among familiar favourites – ideal for those who love classic, easy-to-read plantings
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Trade name Cecil de Volanges Romantic rose Kimura; shrub rose in the Romantic rose collection, nostalgia type. Registered cultivar name not specified; authenticity for this stock verified 08.03.2025 on pharmarosa.ie.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Takunori Kimura at Keisei Rose Nursery, Japan. Introduced and registered in 2011. Parentage officially listed as unknown; selected for its nostalgic pastel colouring and compact shrub habit.
Growth and structure
Compact shrub 85–115 cm high with 40–60 cm spread. Moderately dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate thorniness. Forms a neat bush suitable for beds, small groups or as a single specimen in limited spaces.
Flower morphology
Very double, rosette-shaped blooms with 40+ petals, medium-sized (1.5–2.75 in), borne in clusters. Remontant flowering habit with an abundant second flush, giving good seasonal repeat when grown with suitable care.
Colour and phenology
Delicate pastel pink that lightens over time. Buds soft pale pink with a pearlescent sheen; freshly opened flowers medium to powder pink, then fading to very pale pink and finally near-white before petals fall.
Fragrance and aroma
Mild, subtle scent with a fresh, rosy character. Best appreciated at close range near paths or seating. Fragrance level is gentle rather than overpowering, making it suitable for regularly used outdoor living areas.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderate quantities of small, spherical red hips, about 6–10 mm in diameter. Hips add discreet late-season interest among the foliage but are not the main ornamental feature of this cultivar.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b). Very susceptible to powdery mildew and black spot, moderate against rust, so benefits from regular monitoring, preventive care and good air circulation.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in flower beds, parks or as a specimen. Recommended spacing: 35 cm for masses, 30 cm for hedges, 55 cm for single plants. For patio use, choose containers of at least 40–50 litres and ensure consistent watering and feeding.
CECIL DE VOLANGES offers compact romantic blooms, gentle fragrance and a neat habit on a resilient own-root shrub that matures steadily over the years, making it a thoughtful choice if You would like a long-lasting feature rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
CECIL DE VOLANGES – pale pink nostalgia rose - Kimura
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Maintenance Requirements:
Maintenance requirement high; due to poor disease resistance it requires regular plant protection and frequent interventions.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
