Delicate, well-balanced pastel pink shade that lightens over time. - nostalgia rose - mild, subtle-scented rose - fresh, rosy character
– Compact, elegant shrub for smaller spaces.
– Very double, romantic rosette blooms.
– Soft pastel pink flowers that fade to near white.
– Mild fresh rosy fragrance for close enjoyment.
– Hardy to RHS H7, suitable for colder gardens.
– Special feature: Produces dainty red spherical hips after flowering.
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CECIL DE VOLANGES – pale pink nostalgia rose – Kimura
Set the scene for afternoon tea beneath a rose‑covered arbour with CECIL DE VOLANGES, a compact shrub rose whose pastel blooms bring a quietly romantic, storybook atmosphere to small and medium family gardens. Its rosette flowers open from pearly buds to very double, powder‑pink petals that slowly fade to almost white, creating a soft, layered colour effect that works effortlessly with cottage‑style perennials and clipped hedging. Well suited to UK gardens exposed to rain and breeze by the coast, it combines reliable structure with a gentle, fresh fragrance that never overwhelms your seating area. As an own‑root plant in our 2‑litre container, it is bred for long‑term stability, gradually forming a well‑anchored root system that supports dense growth and dependable flowering year after year. Give it reasonable care and light, regular feeding and it will reward you with repeat flushes from early summer to autumn, perfect beside a path, under a window, or near the kitchen garden gate. CECIL DE VOLANGES thrives in mixed borders, low hedges or large containers, helping you build a coherent, feminine cottage‑garden palette with minimal replanting, so you can enjoy its nostalgic charm while the rest of the garden matures around it.
Flower size comparison of Cecil de Volanges.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front of cottage-style mixed border
The compact habit and 85–115 cm height allow CECIL DE VOLANGES to sit neatly at the front of a mixed border without hiding plants behind it, giving a soft, pastel focal point that repeats flower through the season for homeowners who value gently romantic planting styles
Low, romantic flowering hedge
Planted at 30 cm intervals, this shrub builds a low, lacy hedge with overlapping pale-pink rosettes that read as a continuous band of colour, ideal for edging paths or separating a kitchen garden from a lawn for families who enjoy clearly framed yet traditional garden layouts outside
Feature planting near seating or terrace
The medium-sized, very double blooms have a mild, fresh rosy scent that is noticeable close up but never overpowering, making them well suited to benches, terraces or arbour seating areas for those who like quiet fragrance while relaxing with tea or a book nearby
Statement specimen in a large container
In a 40–50 litre pot, the compact structure and moderate spread let the shrub form a well-balanced dome of foliage and flowers, ideal for small patios or urban spaces where in-ground planting is limited, for busy city gardeners wanting a romantic accent with manageable scale indoors
Pastel-toned nostalgia rose collection
The delicate colour transition from powder pink to near white brings depth to collections of romantic shrubs, sitting harmoniously with other soft shades without clashing, which appeals to collectors and cottage-garden lovers curating a subtly coordinated pastel scheme together
Structured rose bed in family garden
Its compact, upright framework makes it straightforward to arrange at the recommended planting distances, creating an orderly yet soft-edged rose bed that is easy to read and maintain, suiting families who like a traditional rose area that still feels relaxed and inviting nearby
Wind-aware planting in exposed gardens
The moderate height and sturdy branching cope well where gardens are open to rain and wind, helping flowers present cleanly rather than being battered, a reassuring choice for coastal or breezier plots where owners want romance without constant replacement or staking outside
Long-term, own-root focal point
As an own-root shrub, CECIL DE VOLANGES naturally renews from its base, supporting a long planting life and stable shape even after harder pruning, which benefits beginners and busy gardeners seeking a rose that can mature gracefully with their garden over many years beside
Styling ideas
Pastel-porch welcome – Pair with dwarf French marigolds and soft blue sedges by the front path for a gentle, storybook entrance – ideal for homeowners who want a romantic but easy-to-read first impression
Kitchen-garden border – Line a vegetable plot or herb bed with these pale-pink shrubs for a “girly” cottage edge – perfect for those who like their productive garden to feel decorative as well as practical
Arbour-tea corner – Use as flanking shrubs at each side of a seat or simple arch, underplanted with Penstemon ‘Husker Red’ for contrast – suited to garden owners dreaming of an afternoon-tea retreat
Pastel-harmony bed – Combine with other low romantic roses and silver-foliage perennials for a cohesive, powdery palette – for enthusiasts building a soft, nostalgic rose collection in a modest space
Container-romance – Plant a single shrub in a 50-litre clay pot with trailing thyme or lobelia at the rim – convenient for balcony or patio gardeners wanting maximum charm from one movable feature
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
CECIL DE VOLANGES, shrub nostalgia rose in the Romantic rose collection; current trade name CECIL DE VOLANGES – pale pink nostalgia rose – Kimura; ARS exhibition name not recorded.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Takunori Kimura at Keisei Rose Nursery, Japan, bred and introduced in 2011; parentage not documented, developed as a compact, romantic shrub rose for ornamental garden use.
Growth and structural characteristics
Compact shrub, typically 85–115 cm tall with 40–60 cm spread; moderately thorny stems and mid-green, slightly glossy foliage of medium density; suitable for beds, edging and feature planting.
Flower morphology
Very double rosette flowers with more than 40 petals, produced in clusters; medium flower size around 4–7 cm, remontant with abundant second flush; stamens partly concealed by petals.
Colour data and phenology
Pale pastel pink (RHS 65C outer, 65D inner) fading to near white; buds soft pale pink with pearlescent sheen; colour lightens through flowering, with moderate retention and gentle, nostalgic appearance.
Fragrance and aroma
Mild, fresh rosy fragrance with subtle character; best appreciated at close range near seating or paths; not overpowering, intended to complement rather than dominate surrounding planting compositions.
Hip characteristics
Produces spherical red hips, around 6–10 mm in diameter, in moderate quantities; hips add seasonal interest in late season without significantly affecting overall flowering performance.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (USDA 6b, RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3); disease resistance weaker, with high susceptibility to powdery mildew and black spot and moderate sensitivity to rust.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers a sunny, airy site with regular plant protection in disease-prone areas; plant 30–55 cm apart depending on use; maintain through timely pruning, feeding and good hygiene to support health.
CECIL DE VOLANGES offers compact structure, delicate pastel blooms and gentle scent in a long-lived own-root form that settles into family gardens with quiet reliability; a thoughtful choice if you favour romantic planting that matures gracefully.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
CECIL DE VOLANGES – pale pink nostalgia rose - Kimura
Product Type:
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
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
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