ABBAYE DE BEAULIEU – raspberry-pink hybrid tea rose - Rateau
Imagine returning from a breezy Cornish beach to enjoy tea behind a living rose screen, where the raspberry-pink blooms of Abbaye de Beaulieu catch the light against glossy dark foliage and add a sense of coastal refreshment. This compact hybrid tea fits comfortably into small family gardens and balcony spaces while still providing elegant, long-stemmed flowers for indoor vases. Planted in a well-prepared bed with reliable drainage, it anchors itself steadily even where winds funnel through between buildings or off the sea. In large containers of at least 40–50 litres, it forms a neat, upright silhouette that is easy to reach for deadheading and occasional feeding. As an own-root plant, it builds longevity and winter resilience, renewing itself from below ground rather than depending on a graft. Over its first three years it typically shifts from focusing on root establishment, to stronger shoot growth, and finally to a stable, full ornamental display that suits busy households who want reliable colour without complicated routines, creating a quietly luxurious coastal-style veranda mood.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Compact feature in a small family garden |
The upright, bushy habit and moderate height make Abbaye de Beaulieu easy to fit into limited borders without overwhelming other plants, creating a defined focal point that is simple to maintain for beginners. |
| Cut-flower rose for the home |
High-centred, exhibition-style blooms on straight stems lend themselves naturally to vases, allowing you to bring the raspberry-pink flowers and strong fragrance indoors with minimal effort for homeowners. |
| Coastal-style veranda in large containers |
In 40–50 litre or larger pots, the compact root system is easy to manage while the plant still develops a stable structure; this suits exposed verandas where flexible positioning matters for urbanites. |
| Fragrant seating area or tea corner |
The full-bodied, long-lasting scent works beautifully beside a bench or bistro set, so each flush of bloom enhances everyday pauses without the need for elaborate garden design from busy. |
| Formal hybrid tea bed or mixed border |
Clear, medium-deep raspberry-pink colouring and semi-double, high-centred form read well from a distance, helping you build a coherent, classic hybrid tea display that still suits relaxed gardeners. |
| Wind-sheltered coastal garden nook |
Once rooted into well-drained soil, the compact, upright structure copes reliably with breezy conditions and the occasional salt-laden gust typical of British coastal gardens, offering reassurance to seaside. |
| Season-long colour near paths and entrances |
Good repeat flowering means fresh buds follow the earlier flushes, so with periodic deadheading you get an extended season of colour where you pass daily, rewarding modest attention from novices. |
| Long-lived own-root specimen planting |
As an own-root rose it renews from its base over time, avoiding graft failure and retaining its true character year after year, which suits those planning durable plantings for families. |
Styling ideas
- Coastal Veranda Trio – combine in 50-litre tubs with blue Festuca and sea kale for a salt-kissed, shingle-inspired look – ideal for coastal-style lovers.
- Tea-Corner Accent – plant beside a small bistro set with lavender and a low gypsophila skirt to highlight fragrance – perfect for relaxed afternoon tea drinkers.
- Raspberry Ribbon Border – repeat several plants along a path, edged with white verbena for contrast – suited to homeowners wanting simple structure.
- Cut-Flower Niche – group three plants in a sunny, sheltered bed for a steady supply of straight-stemmed blooms – attractive to hobby florists.
- Compact Courtyard Focus – use a single specimen in a generous container framed by pale paving to emphasise the upright shape – good for small urban patios.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose; registered as EVEalexedit, marketed as Abbaye de Beaulieu – raspberry-pink hybrid tea rose – Rateau; ARS exhibition name Abbaye de Beaulieu, hybrid tea group. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Jérôme Rateau in France around 2011; introduced commercially in 2019 by André Eve / Roses Anciennes André Eve; exact parentage and institutional breeder data not recorded. |
| Awards and recognition |
Perfumer trainees’ prize at Bagatelle International Rose Competition 2019; Gold medal, hybrid tea category, Nyon New Roses 2020; SNHF Grand Prix de la Rose 2024, underscoring ornamental value. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, upright and bushy habit reaching about 80–120 cm high and 50–75 cm wide; dense, glossy dark green foliage, moderate prickles, forming a tidy, structured bush for beds or containers. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi-double, high-centred, pointed-bud hybrid tea blooms; typically 13–25 petals, large-flowered with solitary presentation on stems; remontant, with a generously repeating second flush in season. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Medium-deep raspberry-pink with cyclamen undertone, ARS DR, RHS 187A–187B; colour generally stable, lightening slightly in strong sun; buds dark raspberry-pink, opening to vivid pink-carmine centres. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, full-bodied, long-lasting scent typical of a perfumed hybrid tea; fragrance remains noticeable around seating areas and is evident on cut stems indoors; primarily ornamental rather than for culinary use. |
| Hip characteristics |
Limited hip set owing to flower form; when present, hips are spherical, around 10–15 mm diameter, red to RHS 46A; ornamental impact modest, with main interest focused on flowering performance. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); disease susceptibility requires regular protection, especially for powdery mildew and rust, with attentive watering during extended droughts. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in fertile, well-drained soil and a sunny to lightly shaded spot; deadhead diligently and apply preventative sprays where disease pressure is high; suit spacing to use, from hedging to single specimens or pots. |
ABBAYE DE BEAULIEU offers elegant, fragrant hybrid tea blooms, compact growth perfectly suited to containers and small gardens, and the dependable longevity of an own-root rose, making it a thoughtful choice for long-term planting plans.
