Deep, saturated violet-purple shade with a slightly mauve undertone. - flowerbed, floribunda rose - medium-strength, clearly noticeable scented rose - fresh, citrusy
– Deep, velvety purple-violet blooms with sheen
– Very double, cupped, cluster-flowered roses
– Upright, compact habit suits beds and borders
– Good heat and drought tolerance, hardy to H7
– Medium fragrance with fresh, citrusy notes Gné speisialta: Oráiste-dearg hips maisiúla tar éis bláthanna.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
23,30 €
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VAGUELETTE – purple-lilac bedding floribunda rose - Kawamoto
If You are looking for a rose that feels effortless in an Irish family garden, Vaguelette offers richly ruffled purple‑violet blooms on a compact, upright shrub that fits neatly into beds and front borders while coping reliably with our humid, changeable weather. Its medium care needs and good disease balance make it a reassuringly robust choice for hobby gardeners who want colour rather than chores. The very double, cluster‑flowered blooms repeat generously through summer, so a small group of plants delivers a long season of colour with that fresh, citrusy fragrance drifting near doors, patios and paths. As an own‑root rose it settles in steadily, building a long‑lived, stable shrub that regenerates well after pruning or weather damage, giving You confidence that the plant will stay attractive year after year. In its first year it focuses on roots, in the second it builds more bush and flowers, and by the third season You can expect its full ornamental impact with deep, velvety waves of purple bloom.
Vaguelette rose in full bloom, showing richly ruffled purple-violet flowers.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden feature shrub near the entrance
The compact, upright habit fits easily into modest front gardens, giving a tidy, premium look without needing complex pruning, while the deep purple blooms create a welcoming focal point for visitors and for beginners
Small flowerbed groups of 3–5 plants
Cluster-flowering, repeat-blooming heads quickly fill a bed with colour, so even a short border looks well-stocked through summer, suiting homeowners who want a balanced, ornamental effect from limited planting space and time
Mixed cottage-style border with shrubs and perennials
The mid-green, glossy foliage and rich violet-purple flowers weave easily among spiraea, berberis or perennials, bringing romantic cottage-garden charm that still stays compact and orderly for families
Urban front gardens exposed to damp and wind
Good hardiness and black-spot resistance help it cope with cool, wet Atlantic spells and changeable Irish weather, keeping foliage presentable where plants face the street and are often cared for by busy commuters
Specimen rose in a large patio container
In a 40–50 litre pot with free-draining compost, its upright, moderately dense bush and repeat-flowering clusters give a long season of colour beside seating areas, with medium maintenance that suits relaxed terrace owners
Low flowering hedge along paths or driveways
Planted at hedge spacing, the compact, evenly branched shrubs form a defined, colourful line that softens hard edges and drives, while remaining manageable to prune for casual home gardeners
Heat-exposed beds with reliable watering
Its good tolerance of warmer, drier spells means it holds both foliage and bloom quality in sunnier spots, provided it receives watering during long dry periods, reassuring coastal and inland residents
Long-term rose plantings around the home
As an own-root floribunda it gradually shapes itself to the site, recovering well from winter and pruning, ideal where You want a durable rose that matures alongside the house and suits forward-planning home owners
Decorating ideas
Cottage Border Ribbon – Thread Vaguelette through a mixed border with Spiraea japonica ‘Dart’s Red’ and airy perennials for a soft, romantic edge – ideal for cottage-garden fans seeking easy structure.
Front-Door Welcome – Plant a trio in a small bed by the entrance so the purple blooms and citrusy scent greet guests – perfect for households wanting instant kerb appeal with simple upkeep.
Patio Feature Pot – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre container with trailing thyme or heuchera at the base for colour all summer – suited to balcony and terrace users with limited soil.
Neat Driveway Hedge – Line a path or drive at hedge spacing, underplanting with low evergreen groundcover like Lonicera pileata for a clean, structured look – good for busy families wanting order with colour.
Calm Purple Corner – Combine Vaguelette with variegated Berberis thunbergii ‘Inspiration’ and a small hydrangea to create a rich but balanced purple-and-cream nook – appealing to design-conscious home gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Vaguelette is a floribunda bed rose marketed as a bedding shrub rose; trade names include Vaguelette Bedding rose Kawamoto, supplied in the pharmaROSA ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root format.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Junko Kawamoto at Kawamoto Rose Garden in Japan, introduced in 2011; parentage is unknown, developed as a compact, floribunda-type garden rose for decorative bedding use.
Growth and structure
Compact, upright shrub typically 70–90 cm high with a 60–85 cm spread; moderately dense, mid-green, glossy foliage and moderate prickliness make it suitable for beds, borders and low hedging.
Flower morphology
Very double, cupped, medium-sized blooms (approximately 4–7 cm) carried in clusters; 40+ petals create a full, ruffled flower form that repeats well, producing a strong second flush in season.
Colour and phenology
Deep violet-purple flowers with mauve and crimson undertones; colour holds well, deepening towards purplish-maroon as blooms open, with slightly paler, silvery tones at the centres and good overall colour retention.
Fragrance and aroma
Medium-strength scent, clearly noticeable at close range; the fragrance is fresh and citrusy rather than heavy, adding sensory interest near paths, entrances and frequently used seating areas in the garden.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderate quantities of spherical orange-red hips about 10–14 mm in diameter, contributing additional late-season interest once flowering has reduced and extending ornamental value into autumn.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4); disease resistance is medium overall, with good resistance to black spot and medium susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in well-drained soil with regular moisture; suitable for flower beds, specimen use or group planting. Allow 45–85 cm spacing depending on use, and provide occasional plant protection in high disease-pressure seasons.
Vaguelette gives You compact, long-lasting purple colour, a fresh citrusy scent and steady, adaptable growth on its own roots for years of reliable garden value, making it a reassuring choice when You are selecting your next rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
VAGUELETTE – purple-lilac bedding floribunda rose - Kawamoto
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
Deep, saturated violet-purple shade with a slightly mauve undertone.
Closed Bud:
Dark crimson-purple bud with slightly deeper lilac tones at the tip.
Freshly Opened Flower:
Vivid purple petals with a delicate crimson undertone and a velvety texture.
Full Bloom:
Richly ruffled, dark purple‑violet petals are characterised by a paler mauve sheen towards the centre.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The colour deepens smokily to a purplish-burgundy, while the petal centres fade slightly to a silvery tone.
Colour Fading Description:
The crimson-purple colour deepens to a purplish-maroon as the bloom opens, while the petal centres only slightly fade to a silvery tone.
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.
