The base colour of the petals is a soft pastel pink tone with a slightly opalescent sheen. - nostalgia rose - lightly scented, understated rose - fresh, fruity, tea-like
– Romantic pastel pink blooms with opalescent sheen
– Very double, pompon flowers for nostalgic charm
– Reliable repeat flowering with abundant second flush
– Hardy to -26 °C, suitable for colder sites
– Ideal for beds, hedges and refined cut flowers
– Special feature: Japanese-bred shrub rose combining elegant plume-like petals with a graceful, arching habit.
Consistent quality – Style in the garden
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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PLUME – pink nostalgia rose - Kawamoto
Romantic clusters of pompon blooms in soft pastel pink make PLUME an inviting choice for front gardens and cottage-style borders, where its bushy, slightly arching habit creates a graceful structure without demanding complex care. As a medium-maintenance shrub rose with remontant, generously repeating flowering, it offers reliable colour through the season and works well as a tasteful, occasional cut flower for the house. Own-root planting supports long-term stability and recovery after pruning, so you can expect a steadily improving display over the years, even in typical British conditions with moist soil and occasional humidity, provided the planting spot is sunny and reasonably well drained. In its first years it settles roots, then builds framework, then delivers its full ornamental effect, suiting gardeners who want a classically styled rose that simply fits in and feels effortless.
Closed bud of Plume, with a delicate silvery-pink tone.
Plume Romantic Rose Kawamoto with a light, fruity tea-like scent.
Plume forms small, very double, spherical pompon blooms in soft pink.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden feature shrub
The elegant, bushy habit with gently arching shoots forms a soft, welcoming outline that suits modest front gardens without overpowering the space. Its medium height creates privacy and charm near the front door, working particularly well for aesthetics-focused beginners.
Romantic cottage-style bed
Clusters of small, very double pompon flowers in pastel pink provide a nostalgic, “old rose” impression that blends beautifully with perennials and traditional cottage companions. This versatile style appeals to lovers of classic cottage-gardens.
Small group planting (3–5 shrubs)
Planting in a loose group at 60 cm spacing builds a fuller, more generous flowering volume through the season, giving a tidy but natural look in typical family gardens. This is especially reassuring for those seeking dependable flowering.
Specimen shrub in a mixed border
At 110–180 cm, PLUME can stand as a soft-focus focal point among shrubs and grasses, its mid-green, slightly glossy foliage setting off the porcelain-pink blooms. This suits homeowners wanting one distinctive yet manageable centrepiece.
Cutting corner for the house
The medium-sized, spherical blooms with 40+ petals last well in the vase and add a refined, nostalgic touch indoors without needing a dedicated cutting garden. This is ideal for urban gardeners who enjoy occasional bouquets.
Own-root long-term planting
As an own-root shrub, PLUME gradually builds a balanced framework and can regenerate well from lower buds after pruning or winter, giving stable ornamental value over many years in a family garden. This particularly benefits time-pressed homeowners.
Raised bed or improved heavy soil
In gardens with heavier ground, planting in a raised or well-drained bed helps the roots establish securely and cope better with periods of wet and wind, supporting steadier growth over time. This is reassuring for coastal and clay-soil gardeners.
Large container near seating areas
In a substantial container of at least 40–50 litres with regular watering, PLUME’s repeat flushes and light, tea-like fragrance bring close-up enjoyment on patios or balconies, without sophisticated pruning. This suits busy but style-conscious urbanites.
Styling ideas
Cottage – Combine PLUME with nepeta and low lavender for a soft-edged, informal border – ideal for cottage-garden lovers seeking romance with simple upkeep.
Formal – Plant a short row along a path, underplanted with evergreen euonymus, for restrained structure and year-round neatness – suited to front-garden owners wanting order and bloom.
Pastel – Pair its porcelain-pink flowers with white and blush perennials for a gentle, airy effect – perfect for those favouring calm, understated colour palettes.
Seasonal – Let PLUME rise behind evergreen groundcover honeysuckle so flowers float above a green base – attractive for gardeners aiming for interest across all seasons.
Patio – Grow one plant in a large terracotta pot with soft grasses around the base – a good choice for balcony or terrace users wanting a romantic focal point.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Shrub nostalgia rose from the Romantic Rose collection, traded as PLUME – pink nostalgia rose – Kawamoto; current use-oriented naming, no registered exhibition name recorded.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Junko Kawamoto in Japan, introduced in 2014 via Highgarden Roses (USA); parentage is undocumented, selection focus on romantic flower form and garden appeal.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy shrub, 110–180 cm high and 60–110 cm wide, with moderately dense, mid-green foliage and slightly arching shoots; moderately thorny, forming a soft, informal outline.
Flower morphology
Very double, pompon to spherical flowers with 40+ petals, medium size (about 4–7 cm), borne mainly in clusters; remontant, with a second flush that is also notably abundant.
Colour data and phenology
Soft pastel pink with opalescent sheen; buds silvery-pink, opening blush, then even light pink before fading to porcelain-pink, sometimes with a cool silvery tinge in lower temperatures.
Fragrance and aroma
Light, fresh, fruity-tea fragrance, understated rather than overpowering; best appreciated near paths, seating, or when used as a cut flower in smaller indoor arrangements.
Hip characteristics
Forms small, spherical orange-red hips about 6–10 mm across in modest quantities, adding a discreet late-season accent without dominating the shrub’s overall appearance.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to about -26 to -23 °C (H7, USDA 5b, Swedish Zone 4), with medium disease resistance; benefits from basic monitoring and timely care in humid, fungus-prone seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with reasonable drainage; allow 50–100 cm spacing depending on use, maintain watering in prolonged drought, and prune annually to refresh flowering wood.
PLUME – pink nostalgia rose - Kawamoto offers romantic pastel blooms, repeat flowering and a graceful shrub habit on a durable own-root plant, making it a thoughtful choice for long-lived, characterful family gardens.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
PLUME – pink nostalgia rose - Kawamoto
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour Description:
The base colour of the petals is a soft pastel pink tone with a slightly opalescent sheen.
Closed Bud:
Delicate silvery-pink hue, with a tone that deepens slightly towards the tip.
Newly Opened Flower:
Pure blush pink, translucent on the outer petal whorl with a paler, whiter edge.
Full Bloom:
Even, light pink with a faint warm pink tint at the base of the petals.
Before Fading:
The colour lightens to an almost porcelain-pink, with a silvery tinge in cool weather.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the blush pink gradually lightens; at full bloom it is a light pink, before fading it becomes almost porcelain pink, and in cool conditions it shows a slight silvery tinge.
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description:
According to some variety descriptions it tolerates heat relatively well; during prolonged drought it requires irrigation.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique 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.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part 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.
