ANASTASIA – cream-coloured tea-hybrid rose – Ghione
Imagine stepping outside for a short, refreshing stroll, raindrops softening the light while the creamy blooms of ANASTASIA glow against glossy foliage in your Dublin terrace or country cottage front garden. This elegant hybrid tea is all about relaxed contentment rather than complicated chores: tall, upright stems carry XL exhibition-style flowers that are perfect for both the vase and the border, their strong, citrusy perfume drifting on the air even in cool Irish summers. Planted in well-drained soil that copes gracefully with our frequent wet spells and far from ideal drainage, ANASTASIA gradually becomes a long-lived feature thanks to its own-root resilience. Over time the plant builds a deep-rooted framework that shrugs off minor damage, supports reliable rebloom, and fits beautifully into a softly romantic, slightly “girly” planting scheme with foxgloves and baby’s breath. From the very first year’s settling-in, through the second year’s stronger new shoots, to the third year’s full garden presence, ANASTASIA offers ongoing elegance, fragrant moments and flexible styling potential, bringing understated luxury and gentle drama to everyday family life outdoors.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Front-of-house focal shrub |
Planted as a single specimen by the front door or garden gate, ANASTASIA’s tall, upright habit and XL cream blooms give a polished, welcoming look that suits both terraced and cottage-style homes, especially for the fragrance-loving homeowner. |
| Cutting patch in a family garden |
High-centred, long-stemmed flowers are ideal for cutting, so a small row in a sunny bed provides elegant, long-lasting vase roses throughout the season, appealing to the creative, flower-arranging hobby-gardener. |
| Romantic “girly” cottage border |
Combine ANASTASIA with foxgloves, soft grasses and pastel perennials to create a light, feminine look; the creamy flowers and glossy foliage give structure and height for the style-conscious cottage-garden enthusiast. |
| Sunny mixed rose bed |
In a well-drained, sunny rose bed, ANASTASIA’s repeat flowering and strong scent make it a feature among other varieties, rewarding regular care from the dedicated, fragrance-focused collector. |
| Limited-space city garden |
Where space is tight, a single plant in a large 40–50 litre container or small bed brings height, scent and luxury without overwhelming the space, ideal for the busy urban gardener. |
| Sheltered, well-drained clay soil sites |
Placed in improved, well-drained clay and a sunny, sheltered position, ANASTASIA copes better with frequent rain and less-than-perfect soils, suiting the practical, weather-aware Irish buyer. |
| Long-term own-root planting |
As an own-root rose, ANASTASIA can build a durable framework: roots in year one, stronger shoots in year two, and full ornamental value by year three, appealing to the patient, value-conscious garden planner. |
| Perfumed seating area |
Planted near a bench or patio where air can move freely, the strong, citrusy, fruity fragrance and tall, upright stems create a scented backdrop for relaxed evenings, perfect for the nature-oriented outdoor relaxer. |
Styling ideas
- Cottage-Romantic – Underplant with foxgloves and baby’s breath for a soft, pastel haze around ANASTASIA’s creamy blooms – ideal for lovers of traditional Irish cottage gardens.
- Elegant-Formal – Use three plants in a loose triangle with neat edging and dark mulch to emphasise the exhibition-style flowers – suited to tidy, design-conscious front-garden owners.
- Perfumed-Patio – Grow ANASTASIA in a single 50 litre terracotta pot by a seating area, pairing with trailing thyme for scent at both head and foot level – perfect for balcony and courtyard dwellers.
- Moonlit-White – Combine with other pale roses and silver-foliage perennials so the off-white blooms catch evening light – attractive for those who enjoy late-night garden views.
- Cutting-Corner – Dedicate a sunny strip with staggered spacing to provide long stems for regular cutting while keeping the bed easy to access – great for home florists and bouquet makers.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as NIRpwhi, marketed as ANASTASIA – cream-coloured tea-hybrid rose – Ghione; ARS exhibition name Anastasia, belonging to the Rós taehibride commercial group. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Alessandro Ghione for NIRP International SA from Tanselbon × PEKwhina; bred in France by 1995 and introduced commercially from 2001 through NIRP International S.A. (France). |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright bush 100–140 cm tall and 55–85 cm wide, with dense, glossy dark green foliage and relatively sparse prickles; spent blooms remain on the plant and generally require regular deadheading. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, double, high-centred blooms over 10 cm, borne mostly singly on stems; 26–39 petals give a classic pointed-bud hybrid tea form, with remontant, abundant second flushes in suitable conditions. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Off-white outer petals with creamy-yellow centre tones; colours coded ARS W, RHS 155C outer and 11D inner; colour generally holds, though edges may brown slightly in strong sun as flowers age. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Noted for a strong, fresh perfume with citrusy, fruity notes; fragrance is clearly noticeable around the plant in still air and is well expressed both in the garden and when used as a cut flower. |
| Hip characteristics |
Produces rose hips only sporadically; when present they are small, ellipsoidal, approximately 10–14 mm in diameter, and mature to an attractive orange-red colour by late season on un-deadheaded stems. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately -21 to -18 °C (H7, Swedish Zone 3, USDA 6b) but very susceptible to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; benefits from full sun, airy spacing and regular preventive treatments. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny, well-drained soil with regular feeding and watering; requires consistent fungicide-based protection and deadheading; suited for specimen planting, formal flower beds and high-quality cut flowers. |
ANASTASIA Hybrid tea rose NIRpwhi offers tall, exhibition-quality, strongly scented cream blooms and elegant cut flowers on a long-lived own-root plant; consider it if you enjoy classic roses and are happy to give regular care.
