Soft salmon — a pink base tone into which a delicate peachy hue blends. - nostalgia rose - mild, restrained-scented rose - fresh, fruity-rosy aroma
– XL rosette blooms in soft salmon‑pink tones
– Reliable remontant flowering with rich second flush
– Upright shrub for beds, borders and containers
– Moderately hardy to around −20 °C winter cold
– Sparsely thorned shoots for easier handling
– Special feature: Petals shift from vivid peach‑rose to silvery rosy‑salmon as blooms mature.
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darinaROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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MIKOTO – salmon-pink nostalgia rose – Kunieda
Bringing a touch of storybook romance to the family garden, MIKOTO settles in quickly as an own‑root shrub that rewards simple care with generous flushes of soft salmon‑pink blooms. Its upright, moderately compact habit suits average‑sized borders, cottage‑style hedges or a feature by the patio, while sparse thorns keep routine tasks more comfortable. The very double rosette flowers create a nostalgic atmosphere for afternoon tea beneath an arbour, their large, plush heads opening from deep rose‑peach buds into creamy peach‑salmon cups with a silvery sheen as they age. In UK gardens, MIKOTO copes well with blustery days and changeable weather where good drainage has been considered in heavier soils. As an own‑root plant it can live for decades, quietly rebuilding from the base after harsh winters, so its ornamental value remains stable with only moderate maintenance. Over time the moderately glossy mid‑green foliage knits into a neat, upright structure that anchors mixed borders without dominating, while repeat flowering brings fresh rosettes through the season and a light, fruity‑rosy fragrance completes the picture of relaxed, romantic charm.
Mikoto rose in full bloom, showing its dense salmon-pink rosette flowers.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Romantic feature by a terrace or seating area
As an own-root shrub with a naturally upright, moderately compact outline, MIKOTO forms an elegant focal point that is easy to place beside a terrace or garden bench without overwhelming the space. Its stable structure means less staking or tying-in, and light, straightforward pruning keeps it tidy rather than demanding expert shaping, making it suitable for relaxed everyday use near outdoor living areas for the busy urban gardener.
Cottage-style mixed border in a family garden
MIKOTO’s large, very double rosette blooms and shifting salmon‑pink tones give an instant cottage-garden feel, pairing beautifully with perennials such as coneflowers or airy spires for a soft, layered look. The reliable repeat flowering keeps colour in the border between other plants’ main seasons, while own-root vigour allows it to knit steadily into the planting, supporting long-term border plans with minimal replacement for the traditional-style homeowner.
Informal low hedge along a path or kitchen garden
Planted at 40 cm intervals, this upright shrub makes a low, romantic hedge that frames paths or separates a kitchen garden without feeling rigid or formal. Its moderately dense foliage and consistent height help guide the eye through the garden, and the own-root base copes better with occasional gaps or accidental damage, gradually re-filling spaces and maintaining the hedge line over many years for the family garden planner.
Cutting corner for home-arranged bouquets
Originally bred as a cut-flower type, MIKOTO’s XL, very double blooms are ideal for gathering a few stems for jugs and vases indoors, bringing their nostalgic character into the house. The remontant habit ensures there are further buds to follow after each picking, and own-root resilience means that light cutting does not exhaust the plant in the long term, making it a steady provider of romantic stems for the home flower arranger.
Large patio container or front-door statement pot
With its upright habit and moderate spread, MIKOTO performs well in a generous container of at least 40–50 litres, where the root system has space to develop without becoming quickly pot-bound. A large volume of compost helps buffering against summer drying, and the plant’s moderate maintenance needs mean that basic watering and feeding keep it presentable by a front door or seating area across the season for the time-conscious container owner.
Long-term structural planting in small to medium gardens
As an own-root shrub, MIKOTO is not dependent on a graft union, so it can regenerate from the base after hard pruning or winter damage and steadily gain strength year after year. This brings a long lifespan and a dependable outline in the garden, reducing the need for periodic replacement and helping maintain a coherent planting design over time for the forward-planning gardener.
Planting in exposed or changeable-weather situations
In typical British conditions with gusty days and shifting weather, MIKOTO’s balanced height and moderately dense framework reduce wind rock, while its robust stems hold the full blooms well. When set in soil with improved drainage on heavier sites, it settles into a sturdy, reliable presence that weathers seasons without fuss and needs only routine checks for the practical garden owner.
Low-effort romantic accent for beginners
MIKOTO suits gardeners who want romance without a complicated care regime: simple spring pruning, occasional deadheading and basic feeding are usually sufficient for a good display. As an own-root plant it forgives small mistakes, quietly re-sprouting if a stem is pruned too hard, and its moderate disease resistance responds well to basic monitoring, fitting comfortably into the routine of the novice rose enthusiast.
Styling ideas
Arbour-escape – Train MIKOTO up a light obelisk beside a bench, underplanted with airy grasses, to frame an afternoon-tea nook – ideal for romantics who enjoy quiet reading corners.
Kitchen-border – Combine MIKOTO with herbs and soft-textured perennials to soften the edge of a vegetable patch – suited to families who like a productive yet pretty garden.
Pastel-ribbon – Plant a short hedge of MIKOTO along a main path, weaving in white and blush perennials for a ribbon of gentle colour – perfect for those who favour classic cottage charm.
Terrace-companion – Place a single shrub in a large 50-litre pot with trailing thyme at its feet to frame patio seating – good for busy homeowners wanting low-effort elegance.
Storybook-duo – Pair MIKOTO with a dusky purple salvia or coneflower in a mixed bed for contrast that still feels soft – for gardeners drawn to nostalgic yet subtly modern plantings.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Shrub nostalgia rose from the Romantic rose collection, marketed as MIKOTO – salmon-pink nostalgia rose – Kunieda; commercial use name verified for authenticity on 05.05.2025 for darinarose.co.uk customers.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Kunieda Keiji at Rose Farm Keiji, Japan, from a ‘Miyabi’ seedling; breeding completed in 2008, introduced commercially in 2016 as a premium ornamental shrub for garden and cutting use.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright shrub, around 80–110 cm high and 45–60 cm wide, with moderately dense, mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage and relatively sparse thorns; forms a neat, vertical outline in mixed borders or low hedges.
Flower morphology
Very double rosette blooms with 40+ petals, XL flower size and solitary presentation on stems; remontant with particularly prolific second flush, giving generous repeat flowering over the main season in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Soft salmon-pink base with peachy tones; deep rose‑peach buds open to creamy peach‑salmon rosettes, fading to apricot-rose pink with silvery-rosy outer petals; colour retention is modest so tones shift gently as blooms age.
Fragrance and aroma
Mild, fresh, fruity-rosy fragrance best appreciated at close range or when several stems are gathered; scented enough to complement seating areas and indoor arrangements without becoming overpowering in smaller spaces.
Hip characteristics
Hip set generally low due to the very double flowers; when present, produces small, spherical orange-red hips around 7–10 mm in diameter, offering occasional additional seasonal interest late in the year.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); shows moderate tolerance of powdery mildew, black spot and rust, with regular watering and basic hygiene supporting healthy growth in summer heat.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions with well-prepared soil; plant 50 cm apart for beds, 40 cm for hedges or 80 cm as specimen. Maintenance is moderate, with occasional pest or disease checks and periodic deadheading advised.
MIKOTO – salmon-pink nostalgia rose – Kunieda offers generous repeat flowering, compact upright growth and enduring own-root resilience; a thoughtful choice if you would like romantic colour with straightforward care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
MIKOTO – salmon-pink nostalgia rose - Kunieda
Product Type:
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Meaning of Cultivar Name:
The name refers to the Japanese word 'mikoto', which simultaneously evokes the image of the koto instrument as 'beautiful koto' (美琴) and denotes a divine, honourific rank, so the cultivar name alludes to the flower's beauty as a divine gift.
Newly Opened Flower:
The outer petals have a vivid salmon-pink edging, the inner petals a warm peach-pink, with a small green eye at the centre.
Full Bloom:
Dense rosette, creamy peach–salmon in the centre, with a pale pink flush on the outer petals.
Before Fading:
Fading apricot-rose pink, with silvery-rosy tones appearing on the outer petals.
Colour Fading Description:
As it opens, the deep rose‑peach tone fades to a creamy peach‑salmon, with a delicate rosy sheen on the outer petals; before the bloom fades a silvery‑rosy hue appears.
Pollinator Attraction:
Because its flowers are very double, with the stamens largely concealed and therefore less accessible, it is of low attractiveness to pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its very double blooms conceal the stamens, so it is primarily an ornamental variety.
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.
