ADALINALU – pink climbing rose – Adam
If you dream of a softly romantic climbing rose, ADALINALU brings cottage charm to pergolas and Dublin terraces with its refined, very full pink blooms and graceful arches. Trained along a fence or over a rose arch, its clusters of cupped flowers open from dark buds to gentle pastel tones, creating a calm, rosy glow even on grey days when frequent rain and strong winds meet mild Irish summers. This own‑root plant is bred for an ornamental statement and supplied in a practical 2‑litre pot, so it settles quickly once planting and drainage are right. Think of its first year building roots, the second shaping taller shoots, and the third rewarding you with full, long‑lasting ornamental value that frames a welcoming entrance.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Pergola over a seating area |
Ideal where you want a romantic ceiling of medium‑pink, cupped blooms above garden furniture. The long canes and dense foliage create an intimate, refined look, while own‑root growth supports a long‑lived framework once established – for relaxed cottage‑garden lovers |
| Front‑garden rose arch |
Perfect to frame a path or gate with repeat flower flushes that welcome you home from early summer onwards. As roots strengthen, the structure fills out, giving more flowered shoots each year for a graceful entrance – for busy urban homeowners |
| Wall or house façade training |
Suited to south or west‑facing walls where you can tie in the slender climbing stems to build height without using much ground space. Own‑root resilience lets the framework recover well from pruning and shaping – for compact Dublin terraces |
| Fence and boundary softening |
Excellent along plain timber or wire fences that need softening with refined, large‑flowered clusters rather than heavy foliage alone. Regular tying‑in and feeding encourage vertical canes and a neat, elegant green screen – for design‑conscious gardeners |
| Romantic mixed border backdrop |
Use as a vertical accent behind perennials like lamb’s ear and coral bells, where its pastel pink flowers and glossy dark leaves provide contrast. Over time, the maturing framework supports predictable repeat flowering through shorter Irish summers – for colour‑loving beginners |
| Statement post or obelisk feature |
Train several canes up a sturdy post or metal obelisk to create a tall, narrow column of bloom in a small lawn or gravel area. The refined flower form and award‑winning presentation suit gardens aiming for a polished yet romantic style – for refined front‑garden projects |
| Large container by the front door |
Can be grown in a large 40–50 litre container with a strong obelisk, provided you water and feed regularly and keep drainage free in wet spells when rain and wind arrive together from the Atlantic. Own‑root planting helps it cope with pruning and repotting – for balcony and patio gardeners |
| Collector’s feature rose in a dedicated bed |
With multiple international medals and a premium silver merit rating, this climber suits a spot where its bloom form and colour can be appreciated up close, supported by thorough, regular disease‑management and thoughtful feeding – for enthusiastic rose collectors |
Styling ideas
- Cottage Pergola Walkway – Let ADALINALU drape over a timber pergola, underplanted with lamb’s ear and foxgloves for a soft, “girly” pastel tunnel – perfect for romantic cottage‑garden owners
- Dublin Terrace Arch – Train it over a narrow metal arch, with pots of coral bells at the base, to give a compact front garden a graceful pink halo – ideal for style‑focused city homeowners
- Pastel Wall Tapestry – Combine this climber with Japanese creeper on a sunny wall, balancing roses’ pastel flowers with autumn foliage colour – suited to those seeking a refined yet natural façade
- Soft Boundary Screen – Use along a fence with airy grasses and white perennials in front, so the dark green foliage and pink blooms form a gentle, elegant backdrop – good for families wanting privacy with charm
- Container Entrance Column – Plant in a 50‑litre pot with an obelisk, edged by low lavender or thyme, to create a vertical pink accent beside a doorway – great for busy gardeners short on border space
Technical cultivar profile
| Characteristic | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Large‑flowered climbing rose, commercial type climber (Rós dreapadó); registered cultivar ADAlinalu, trade names Adalinalu NIRPORIZON ADAlinalu; ornamental exhibition category for pergolas and walls. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Michel Adam in France in 2014, introduced 2016; breeding company Roses Adam, initial distribution via NIRP International, Italy; parentage officially recorded as unknown. |
| Awards and recognition |
Gold medal Madrid 2014; first prize climber Lyon 2014; Certificat de Mérite Bagatelle 2017; first prize Bagatelle 2017; gold medal Saverne 2018; Grand Prix de la Rose SNHF first prize. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Vigorous climbing habit to around 220–340 cm high, spread 35–65 cm; moderately thorny shoots with dense, glossy, dark green foliage providing good coverage when trained on supports. |
| Flower morphology |
Very full, cupped blooms with over 40 petals; medium flower size about 4–7 cm, produced in clusters; remontant with a reliable second flush giving extended seasonal display. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Buds dark pink, opening to uniform medium pink then fading to pale pastel; ARS code ADAlinalu, RHS 65C outer, 65D inner; colour retention moderate, maintaining a fresh, clean appearance on the plant. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Mild, rosy fragrance with a subtle, classic character; not overpowering near windows or seating, adding a gentle scent complement rather than being strongly perfumed. |
| Hip characteristics |
Hip set generally low due to the very double flowers; where formed, small spherical orange‑red hips about 6–10 mm add occasional decorative autumn interest. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); very susceptible to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, requiring regular, proactive plant protection and good air movement. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best on supports such as pergolas, fences, walls, posts and arches; space 30–50 cm depending on effect, 10–11 plants/m² for massing; ensure good drainage, feeding and consistent disease‑management. |
ADALINALU offers award‑winning pastel pink clusters on an elegant climber, building a lasting framework on its own roots with reliable repeat flowering and graceful height, making it a thoughtful choice for a romantic Irish garden structure.
