CYCLAMEN PIERRE DE RONSARD ® – deep pink climbing rose - Tomerlin
Let Cyclamen blooms bring a sense of seaside refreshment to your garden veranda, with generous clusters of deep pink, silvery-edged flowers that repeat reliably through the summer. This ROMANTICA® climber forms a dense, glossy screen of foliage that helps soften wind on coastal plots while coping well with blustery, salt-tinged breezes in typical Cornwall or Devon conditions. Its trainable, medium-vigorous canes are easy to guide over fences, arches or railings, making it ideal for small family gardens where every metre counts. As an own-root plant, it builds strength steadily for a long, stable life, with roots establishing in the first year, strong shoots in the second, and full ornamental impact by the third. With moderate maintenance – a light tidy of spent blooms and seasonal tying-in – you gain a long-flowering vertical accent that feels indulgently romantic yet remains practical for busy gardeners. Choose a well-drained spot, add a little patience, and enjoy a rose that anchors your outdoor haven without demanding complex care.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Coastal veranda windbreak |
Trained along railings or a balustrade, its dense, glossy foliage and repeat-flowering clusters create a soft living screen that tempers sea breezes while remaining elegant and manageable for compact decks and balconies, appealing to coastal-style lovers. |
| Family garden pergola |
Medium vigour and flexible canes allow you to cover a small pergola without overwhelming the space, giving dappled shade, privacy and romantic deep pink blooms above a seating area that suits relaxed weekend use for busy homeowners. |
| Small garden boundary fence |
Planted at wider intervals along a fence, it forms a flowering veil rather than a heavy hedge, ideal where you want height and colour without losing light, offering long-term structure that suits typical family gardens. |
| Large container on sheltered terrace |
In a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, this climber can be tied to an obelisk or trellis, giving vertical interest and season-long flowers on patios where ground space is limited, particularly useful for urban veranda owners. |
| Romantic entrance arch |
Its XL, very double blooms and classic cup shape frame gateways and paths with an inviting, almost cottage-like charm, creating a welcoming focal point that rewards even modest care from beginner gardeners. |
| Feature wall near seating area |
Against a sunny, sheltered wall it enjoys warmth and support, producing abundant clusters over many seasons; a little tying-in and deadheading are usually enough, matching the low-effort expectations of hobby gardeners. |
| Clay soil garden upgrade |
Where heavy soil is common, a prepared, well-drained planting hole allows this climber to anchor securely and flower reliably, offering a practical solution for exposed, breezy plots in coastal regions appreciated by UK seaside gardeners. |
| Cut-flower corner |
The very double, deep pink blooms with silvery tones look luxurious in vases, so a dedicated spot near a path lets you cut stems easily, giving reliable home-picked flowers across the season for house-proud residents. |
Styling ideas
- Seaside-arch – Train over a narrow arch with sea kale and blue Festuca at the base for a soft, shingle-garden look – ideal for coastal-style lovers.
- Veranda-screen – Grow in a 50-litre pot with a slim trellis, underplant with lavender for scent and year-round structure – perfect for balcony and terrace owners.
- Cottage-fence – Loosely tie along a low fence and weave in Gypsophila repens for airy white contrast – suited to family gardens wanting gentle romance.
- Tea-pergola – Cover a small pergola above an outdoor table, pairing with Calamintha ‘Blue Cloud’ in gravel below – for those who enjoy long, relaxed afternoons outside.
- Entrance-focus – Flank a front path with two container-grown plants on obelisks, surrounded by thread-leaved coreopsis – appealing to homeowners seeking a welcoming first impression.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Climbing rose cultivar Margaret Mae, marketed as Cyclamen Pierre de Ronsard ® ROMANTICA® Margaret Mae; ARS exhibition name Margaret Mae, verified premium gold quality for vivianaROSE® ORIGINAL. |
| Origin and breeding |
Spontaneous colour mutation (sport) of ‘Pierre de Ronsard’ (= ‘MEIviolin’, ‘Eden Rose’), bred by Reg Tomerlin in the United States before 2010, introduced in Europe by Meilland International in 2017. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Climbing growth habit with medium vigour, typically 240–360 cm high and 180–320 cm spread; dense, dark green glossy foliage, moderately thorny stems, weak self-cleaning so spent blooms benefit from occasional removal. |
| Flower morphology |
Very double, XL cup-shaped flowers with 40+ petals; produced in clusters and remontant, with a generous second flush; suitable for cutting and display as large, romantic blooms in informal or formal settings. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Deep pink petals with silvery outer tones (RHS 67A outer, 68B inner); colour holds well, slowly fading to mid-pink with a silver sheen; buds dark cyclamen-pink before opening to rich, full, evenly coloured blooms. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Fragrance is very weak and barely perceptible, making the variety primarily an ornamental choice for visual impact rather than scent; suitable where strong fragrance is unnecessary or might conflict with nearby seating or dining areas. |
| Hip characteristics |
Occasional spherical hips, 12–18 mm diameter, orange-red (RHS 40A); may offer modest ornamental interest in late season but are not a dominant feature, as flowering display is the primary decorative focus. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3, USDA 6b); moderate disease resistance to powdery mildew and black spot, susceptible to rust; benefits from regular watering in heat and avoiding prolonged drought. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with well-drained soil; recommended for pergolas, arches, walls, fences, specimens and large containers; spacing 230–360 cm, planting density about 0.2 plants/m² in either square or hexagonal planting schemes. |
CYCLAMEN PIERRE DE RONSARD ® – deep pink climbing rose - Tomerlin offers long-season, romantic flowers, a manageable climbing habit and durable own-root performance for family gardens; consider it if you want lasting structure with minimal complexity.
