Soft pastel pink with a subtle cream undertone. - nostalgia rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - delicate, floral fragrance
– Soft pastel pink blooms with creamy glow
– Very double, romantic rosette flower form
– Compact, bushy habit for beds and hedges
– Good hardiness to approx. –20 °C
– Resistant to powdery mildew and black spot Special feature: Premium gold–rated Romantic rose cultivar.
If You are dreaming of a soft, romantic front garden without complicated gardening, SHIOLI is a charming shrub rose that delivers reliable flowering and a naturally bushy shape with only medium care. Its pastel rosette blooms open powder pink with a creamy glow, then gently fade to near white, giving Your beds a continuously elegant look that works beautifully with cottage and urban styles alike. The dense, dark green foliage stays attractive, with solid resistance to common leaf diseases even in our humid Irish weather where fungal problems are frequent. In its 2-litre own-root form, this rose settles in steadily, forming a long-lived, stable plant that can regenerate from the base and remain healthy and attractive for many years with modest effort. In year one it concentrates on roots, in year two on shoots and shape, and by year three it reaches full ornamental effect, giving You confidence that it will mature gracefully. Thanks to its compact height and spread, SHIOLI suits smaller borders, low hedges and edging, where its pastel colour and nostalgic form create a welcoming first impression around the home. Whether You plant a single specimen or a small group, You get a romantic focal point that fits easily into everyday family life and typical Irish garden conditions.
Shioli in full bloom, showing soft pink, very double flowers.
Shioli rose with large, fully double blooms.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub
Ideal for planting near the entrance or along a driveway where its bushy, slightly arching habit forms a neat, compact outline that stays within 75–100 cm. The long-lived own-root structure builds a stable shrub that suits busy homeowners, especially beginners
Small romantic rose group (1–5 plants)
Planting SHIOLI in a small group at 60 cm spacing creates a soft, billowing effect of pastel rosette blooms. Its reliable repeat flowering provides a long season of colour without complex pruning, ideal for families wanting results rather than routine, particularly hobby-gardeners
Low flowering hedge along paths or driveways
Used at 50 cm spacing, SHIOLI makes a low hedge that marks boundaries without becoming overpowering. The dense foliage and medium maintenance needs keep the line tidy with simple annual pruning and occasional checks, a good match for practical, time-conscious owners
Mixed cottage-style border with perennials
The soft pink and cream tones blend beautifully with heucheras, catmint or low grasses in a cottage-style border. Its medium disease resistance, including good black spot and powdery mildew resistance, supports informal plantings where You prefer relaxed, low-intervention care as a gardener
Urban front garden bed in humid, rainy areas
In small urban spaces where air movement is limited and damp weather encourages fungal issues, SHIOLI’s resistant foliage helps it stay presentable without constant spraying, making it a reassuring choice for city dwellers looking for simple success, including beginners
Feature rose near a seating area
Its large, very double rosette flowers have a delicate, unobtrusive fragrance, giving a gentle atmosphere without overpowering scent. The compact size means it sits comfortably beside benches or patios, suiting families who relax outdoors and want beauty with minimal fuss for visitors
Large container on patio or balcony (40–50 L minimum)
SHIOLI’s moderate height and bushy habit adapt well to a 40–50 litre pot where regular watering and feeding are manageable. The own-root plant establishes securely in the container, giving a longer-lasting feature that can be repositioned as needed, ideal for flexible-space users
Structured rose bed with nostalgic character
When used in a formal or semi-formal rose bed, SHIOLI’s repeat flowering and even, rounded growth habit make borders easy to read and maintain. The remontant flushes ensure ongoing interest through the season, suiting planners who like predictable structure and colour, especially planners
Decorating ideas
Cottage-front welcome – Line a short garden path with SHIOLI and coral bells, echoing old-style cottage borders with romantic, layered foliage – ideal for homeowners who want a soft, storybook look.
Pastel patio corner – Combine SHIOLI in a 40–50 L pot with lavender and a clay container for herbs, letting the rose provide calm colour while herbs bring scent – perfect for busy urban balcony gardeners.
Neat family border – Use a trio of SHIOLI in front of low shrubs, repeating the pastel pink for a tidy but friendly edge to a lawn – great for families wanting order without a formal feel.
Romantic hedge line – Plant a short hedge of SHIOLI along the drive, underplanted with low silver foliage plants to highlight the pink rosettes – suited to those upgrading kerb appeal simply.
Structured nostalgia bed – Arrange groups of SHIOLI with bluebeard and blueblossom behind, creating a gentle pink–blue scheme that stays elegant through the season – ideal for lovers of classic, coordinated planting.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Trade name SHIOLI Romantic rose Olesen; shrub rose in the Romantic rose collection, nostalgia type. Registered cultivar name not published; female given-name inspired trade designation for consumer gardens.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Mogens Nyegaard Olesen for Poulsen Roser A/S from unnamed seedlings. Introduced after 2021, registration year 2021. Developed within the Romantic rose line for decorative, garden-friendly shrub use.
Growth and structure
Bushy shrub with slightly arching shoots, 75–100 cm high and 60–85 cm wide. Dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate prickliness. Forms a rounded, compact outline suitable for beds, borders and low hedging.
Flower morphology
Large, very double rosette blooms with more than 40 petals. Flowers are generally solitary on the stems, giving a classic, nostalgic effect. Remontant, producing repeat flushes and a particularly abundant second flowering wave.
Colour and phenology
Soft pastel pink with a subtle cream undertone. Buds cream-white with pink tips; freshly opened blooms powder pink with creamy centres, fading to pale pink then nearly white. Colour retention moderate, creating gentle, shifting tones over time.
Fragrance and aroma
Delicate floral fragrance, very weak and barely noticeable at a distance. Intended more for visual effect than for strong scent, making it suitable near windows or sitting areas where heavily perfumed roses might be overwhelming.
Rose hip characteristics
Because of the densely double flowers, hips are only occasionally formed. When present they are small, globular, about 8–12 mm in diameter, and orange-red in colour, adding modest late-season interest.
Resistance and hardiness
Rated H7 and hardy to around −21 to −18 °C, suitable for USDA zone 6b and Swedish zone 3. Medium overall disease resistance, with good tolerance to powdery mildew and black spot, and moderate susceptibility to rust under pressure.
Horticultural recommendations
Best at 50–60 cm spacing in hedges or mass plantings, 90 cm as a solitary. Medium maintenance: basic annual pruning and occasional pest or disease checks. Performs well in average garden soil with reasonable drainage and regular feeding.
SHIOLI gives You compact, bushy growth, romantic pastel rosette flowers and reassuring repeat blooms on a long-lived own-root plant that settles in reliably, making it an easy, confidence-building choice for Your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
SHIOLI – pink nostalgic rose - Olesen
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Colour Fading Description:
The flowers open powder pink with a creamy centre, then fade to a subdued pale pink and, before the end of flowering, almost to white.
Pollinator Attraction:
Based on the descriptions, its double, ruffled spray flowers, where the full petal form limits access to the stamens, are unlikely to attract pollinators strongly.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its heavily double flowers limit its pollinator friendliness; it attracts pollinators poorly.
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.
