TSUKIYOMI – crimson-pink hybrid tea rose – Kunieda
Bring a touch of moonlit romance to your garden with TSUKIYOMI, a crimson-pink hybrid tea rose whose large, cup-shaped blooms and strong, sweet-spicy fragrance create a storybook backdrop for relaxed afternoons outdoors. Supplied as a pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root plant, it establishes steadily for a long-lived, reliably regenerating shrub that copes well in typical British gardens, even where breezes and showers demand good anchoring and stability. Its medium-height, spreading habit is ideal beside a path, near a seating area, or in generous containers, giving you radiant colour at nose level from early summer with a generous second flush. Over time the own-root structure supports a secure lifespan, consistent flower quality and easier recovery after pruning, so you can enjoy a romantic, cottage-style border effect without specialist skills. Expect a gentle development arc as roots build in the first year, shoots and shape follow in the second, and full ornamental impact settles in by the third season.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Cottage-style mixed border in a family garden |
TSUKIYOMI’s medium height and spreading habit fill a border with substantial, very double blooms without overwhelming nearby plants, giving a cosy, cottage look that still feels ordered and manageable for hobby gardeners. |
| Feature rose near a seating or afternoon tea area |
The XL, cup-shaped flowers and strong sweet-spicy scent are most appreciated close to where you sit, creating a romantic focal point that feels indulgent yet requires only straightforward seasonal tasks for busy homeowners. |
| Repeated planting along a path or low hedge line |
Planted at the recommended spacing, TSUKIYOMI forms a balanced, gently undulating line of colour; its moderate foliage density frames walkways attractively while remaining easy to access for light pruning by beginners. |
| Large patio container or half-barrel (40–50 litres or more) |
In a generous container, its spreading habit and remontant flowering give months of display; own-root vigour and good anchorage help it cope with typical British breezes and showers for urban and small-space gardeners. |
| Cutting patch for home-arranged flowers |
The long-stemmed hybrid tea form, very double petals and distinctive fragrance translate beautifully into vases, allowing you to cut freely while the own-root plant replenishes growth steadily for regular-flower-loving families. |
| Romantic focal point in a kitchen or utility garden |
Positioned near herbs or vegetables, TSUKIYOMI introduces a “girly”, storybook accent; its repeat flush means reliable colour around practical spaces with only moderate deadheading required from cottage-style enthusiasts. |
| Small group planting in a clay or chalk-based border |
Grouped at the suggested density, its balanced, spreading habit knits planting together; once established, the resilient own-root framework supports long-term structure in typical UK soils for long-term planners. |
| Informal drift with perennials and dwarf conifers |
TSUKIYOMI sits comfortably among campanulas, dwarf pines or aromatic perennials, adding rich colour and form while its moderate disease resistance and stable structure keep maintenance reasonable for time-poor owners. |
Styling ideas
- Moonlit-border – Combine TSUKIYOMI with pale campanulas and silver foliage for a soft, romantic edge to a lawn – ideal for homeowners wanting a cosy, fairy-tale cottage feel.
- Tea-terrace – Plant one or two in large 50–60 litre tubs by a seating area so the xl blooms and scent frame afternoon tea – suited to urban families who relax outdoors.
- Kitchen-garland – Weave TSUKIYOMI between herbs and low box or lavender to bring “girly” crimson-pink colour to a productive kitchen plot – perfect for cottage-garden cooks.
- Story-path – Repeat plants along a curving garden path at hedge spacing to form a gently enclosing route of fragrant flowers – for those who enjoy evening strolls at home.
- Everlasting-bouquet – Dedicate a small bed as a cutting patch, mixing TSUKIYOMI with airy fillers so you can harvest scented stems without spoiling the garden – great for home florists.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
TSUKIYOMI is a hybrid tea rose marketed as “Tsukiyomi Hybrid tea rose Kunieda”, named after the Japanese moon deity; it belongs to the hybrid tea group for garden and cutting use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Kunieda Keiji at Rose Farm Keiji in Japan and introduced in 2013, this cultivar reflects Japanese breeding for refined flower form and colour balance in ornamental shrub roses. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
A medium-height, creeping to spreading shrub around 90–120 cm tall and 80–110 cm wide, moderately thorny, with moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage forming a broad, low framework. |
| Flower morphology |
Very double, cup-shaped hybrid tea blooms with over 40 petals, borne mainly singly on stems; flower size is extra large, ideal as a focal blossom for garden display and cutting. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Closed buds are deep crimson-pink, opening to vivid crimson-pink outside and paler purplish-pink within; blooms show a lilac overtone and gradually lighten as they age, with moderate colour retention. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strongly and distinctively scented, with a sweet-spicy character typical of classic roses; fragrance is designed for close appreciation in seating areas and as a highlight in garden-cut arrangements. |
| Hip characteristics |
Hip set is generally sparse; when present, hips are small, spherical, around 10–14 mm, and orange-red, offering modest late-season interest without significantly affecting flowering performance. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; classed to about −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b), suitable for most UK regions with standard rose care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in a sunny position with good soil preparation; suitable for borders, containers and as a solitary specimen, with planting distances from 55–100 cm and medium maintenance including periodic deadheading. |
TSUKIYOMI offers large, fragrant crimson-pink blooms on a stable, long-lived, own-root shrub that suits borders, feature containers and cutting, making it a thoughtful choice for relaxed, romantic gardens.
