TSUKIYOMI – crimson-pink hybrid tea rose – Kunieda
Let the hybrid tea rose TSUKIYOMI bring a sense of seaside refreshment to your family garden, pairing its luminous crimson-pink blooms with the reassuring poise of a low, spreading habit that sits comfortably behind shingle, sea kale and grasses. In a sheltered coastal corner it offers surprisingly steady charm, forming a reliable windbreak of glossy foliage and large, cup-shaped flowers that hold their colour yet soften gently as they age. Given a well-drained spot and simple seasonal care, this own-root shrub builds quietly from strong roots through bushier shoots to full, long-term ornamental value over three seasons. TSUKIYOMI slips neatly into small borders and roomy containers, balancing bold blooms and a strong fragrance with a calm, contemporary presence that suits busy gardeners as much as patient beginners.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
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| Small coastal family garden border |
Low, wide growth keeps TSUKIYOMI at a friendly height for narrow paths and family play areas, while its spreading habit helps knit together shingle, gravel and planting pockets so beds feel anchored yet airy for coastal-style lovers and beginners. |
| Feature rose for veranda container (40–60 litres) |
In a 40–60 litre container TSUKIYOMI develops a sturdy, long-lived framework on its own roots, so you enjoy dependable flowering year after year without the worry of graft failure or awkward replanting, ideal for busy urban owners and beginners. |
| Cut-flower corner near a seating area |
Very double, XL, cup-shaped blooms on upright stems give you elegant, long-stemmed flowers to cut for the house while leaving plenty on the bush to perfume your seating nook with a sweet-spicy scent, appreciated by relaxed homebodies and beginners. |
| Sunny mixed border with ornamental grasses |
The brilliant crimson-pink flowers with lavender tones pair beautifully with silver foliage and blue grasses, while a compact footprint makes spacing straightforward, offering high visual impact without complex border design for hobby gardeners and beginners. |
| Solitary specimen as a “girly” focal point |
Planted at about 100 cm from neighbours, TSUKIYOMI becomes a feminine focal shrub, its repeated flushes of large, very double blooms creating a romantic, moonlit colour effect that suits shingle, shells and soft textiles for veranda stylists and beginners. |
| Coastal wind-sheltered nook by a fence |
Positioned against a sunny, sheltered fence, TSUKIYOMI’s moderately dense foliage and broad outline help visually calm gusty spaces, offering an informal “living screen” that makes tea breaks feel protected from brisk onshore winds for coastal homeowners and beginners. |
| Low-maintenance own-root rose grouping |
Planting a small group at recommended distances lets the shrubs mature steadily; if one stem is damaged, the own-root structure regenerates from the base, preserving the look of the group with minimal intervention for time-poor gardeners and beginners. |
| Long-season structure in heavy soil beds |
Where clay is improved for drainage, TSUKIYOMI’s hardy framework and remontant flowering give reliable structure and colour from early summer’s first flush to an abundant second, supporting three-year garden planning for practical planners and beginners. |
Styling ideas
- Moonlit Veranda – Pair TSUKIYOMI in a large tub with silvery Helichrysum and soft textiles in cream and blush for an evening tea corner – suited to coastal veranda owners seeking gentle romance.
- Shingle Drift – Plant in a gravel strip with sea kale, Festuca and scattered shells to echo Cornish beaches – ideal for those wanting low-fuss, seaside character near a front path.
- Crimson Focus – Use a single shrub in a circular bed edged with dwarf Pinus mugo ‘Mops’ for year-round structure and a bold bloom centre – perfect for compact family lawns.
- Cutting Strip – Line a sunny fence with TSUKIYOMI and Campanula persicifolia to provide stems for vases and a soft cottage feel – good for hobby florists with limited space.
- Girly Balcony – Grow one plant in a 50–60 litre container with trailing lavender and pastel cushions to create a playful, feminine nook – appealing to beginners wanting effortless charm.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
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| Name and registration |
TSUKIYOMI hybrid tea rose by Kunieda Keiji, marketed as a premium ornamental shrub and cut-flower hybrid tea, with verified authenticity for vivianaROSE ORIGINAL own-root production. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred in Japan by Rose Farm Keiji, introduced in 2013; parentage is undocumented, but selection focused on strong colour, full hybrid tea form and suitability as both garden and cutting rose. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, creeping to spreading hybrid tea reaching about 90–120 cm high and 80–110 cm wide, moderately thorny with slightly glossy dark green foliage of medium density on well-branched shoots. |
| Flower morphology |
Very double, XL, cup-shaped blooms with more than 40 petals, produced mainly singly on stems; repeat-flowering with a notable second flush that extends the ornamental period through the season. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Closed buds are deep crimson-pink, opening to vivid crimson-pink outer petals and paler purplish-pink centres; colour lightens gradually, showing a subtle lilac tone before finally fading towards soft pink-lavender. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, distinctive perfume with a sweet-spicy character typical of richly scented hybrid teas, best appreciated near paths, seating or when stems are cut for indoor arrangements and vases. |
| Hip characteristics |
Where flowers are left uncut, the plant may form sparse, spherical orange-red hips about 10–14 mm across, adding a modest late-season accent without significantly affecting flowering performance. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Rated to approximately -26 to -23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b); disease resistance is moderate, so routine observation and occasional protective treatments are recommended in damp seasons. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Prefers an open, sunny site with improved, well-drained soil; responds well to standard hybrid tea pruning and regular deadheading to manage weak self-cleaning and encourage repeat flowering for many years. |
TSUKIYOMI hybrid tea rose Kunieda combines bold crimson-pink blooms, strong fragrance and a compact, spreading habit with the reliability of an own-root shrub that settles in for the long term, making it a thoughtful choice for relaxed coastal gardens.
