Base colour light pink, broadly striped with crimson-purple shades. - historical, bourbon rose - strong, distinctive-scented rose - sweet, fruity, rosy character
– Strong, distinctive sweet fruity fragrance
– Romantic striped pink bourbon blooms
– Reliable repeat flowering through the season
– Tall, arching shrub with dense foliage
– Good winter hardiness to RHS H7 rating
– Special feature: Holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for proven garden performance.
Naturalistic operation – Balanced garden
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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HONORINE DE BRABANT – pink historic Bourbon rose - Tanne
Historic HONORINE DE BRABANT is a characterful Bourbon shrub rose that brings cottage charm to everyday gardens with minimal fuss: remontant flowering gives generous flushes of blooms, while dense foliage and an upright, arching habit create a natural, softly structured screen. The strongly sweet, fruity fragrance and striped pink-purple petals work beautifully in classic British front gardens, coping reliably even where heavy soils need thoughtful drainage after rain and in exposed breezes. Own-root plants settle steadily, giving a long-lived, regenerating bush that matures year by year into a balanced, easy-care feature; think roots in the first season, framework in the second, and full ornamental impact by about the third.
Honorine de Brabant rose in full bloom, with pink flowers marked by crimson-purple stripes.
Cup-shaped, semi-double blooms of Honorine de Brabant.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front-garden focal shrub
The tall, upright, arching habit and dense foliage make this rose ideal as a single statement shrub by a gate, path or bay window, where its historic striped flowers and strong perfume can be enjoyed up close by aesthetics-focused beginners
Romantic cottage-style border
Remontant flowering with an abundant second flush provides colour that returns through the season, blending well with perennials in an informal border while remaining manageable for those who want reliable display with modest input for busy home gardeners
Lightly shaded side garden
Suitable for partial shade, it copes well on east or west-facing aspects where sun is limited, maintaining flowering and foliage density so side passages or narrow gardens still feel soft, green and welcoming for urban terrace owners
Small group planting (1–3 shrubs)
Planted in a loose group at the recommended spacing, the naturally arching framework knits into a relaxed, balanced mass that suppresses gaps and supports a tidy look without intricate pruning, suiting those preferring simple routines for low-maintenance seekers
Mixed border with classic companions
The semi-double, mid-sized blooms and gentle, historic character pair attractively with low, silvery or creeping companions while remaining the visual anchor, creating a cohesive look that matures steadily without constant redesign for style-conscious beginners
Informal flowering screen
At up to around 2 m with good spread, the shrub forms a loose screen to soften fences or separate garden areas; moderate thorniness makes it easier to manage than very prickly roses, while still giving structure appreciated by family-garden owners
Cut flowers from the garden
The medium-sized, cup-shaped blooms with strong, fruity perfume lend themselves well to home cutting, allowing you to bring historic rose character indoors without needing a dedicated cutting bed, which appeals to practical romantics
Raised bed or improved heavy soil site
On own roots and with dense foliage, this shrub establishes into a stable, long-lived plant when given decent preparation in heavy or clay-based soils, particularly where raised beds help drain surplus water after wet, windy spells for realistic UK gardeners
Styling ideas
Cottage Stripe Focus – Place one shrub near a front path with lavender and catmint to echo its striped petals and fragrance – ideal for lovers of traditional cottage entryways.
Soft Screen Edge – Plant a loose row along a boundary with Stachys and creeping thyme to form a gentle, flowering screen – suited to families wanting privacy without harsh fencing.
Pastel Heritage Mix – Combine with pale foxgloves, gypsophila and soft grasses in a border to highlight its historic character – for gardeners aiming at a romantic, period feel.
Shady Side Glow – Use in a part-shaded side return with light-coloured perennials so blooms stand out against greenery – helpful for owners of narrow, overshadowed gardens.
Cutting Corner – Group two or three shrubs at the back of a small bed for regular cutting stems, underplanted with low herbs for easy access – perfect for those who like homegrown vases.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Honorine de Brabant, historic Bourbon shrub rose; commercial historic type, ARS exhibition name Honorine de Brabant, unregistered cultivar, premium silver quality rating for garden use.
Origin and breeding
Natural sport of 'Commandant Beaurepaire', bred in France by Hyacinthe Rémi Tanne, introduced in 1916, with Rémi Tanne as initial distributor; typical of early twentieth-century Bourbon selections.
Awards and recognition
Holder of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit (AGM), indicating dependable garden performance, ornamental value and reasonable disease resistance in typical UK conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright, arching shrub reaching about 150–220 cm high and 110–160 cm wide, with dense, lightly glossy light to mid-green foliage and only slight thorniness, forming a softly informal outline.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, medium-sized cup-shaped blooms with around 13–25 petals, borne mainly in clusters; remontant character with an especially abundant second flush after the main early summer flowering.
Colour data and phenology
Light pink base broadly striped crimson-purple (RHS 65D, 67A); buds creamy with lilac streaks; colour lightens and striping blurs in strong sun, softening to rose-grey tones towards petal fall.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, distinctive scent combining sweet, fruity and classic rosy notes; semi-double structure offers moderate pollinator interest, as partially enclosed stamens limit easy nectar and pollen access.
Hip characteristics
Moderate hip set with small, ovoid, orange-red fruits about 10–15 mm in diameter; hips add a discreet seasonal accent in late season without dominating the overall appearance of the shrub.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4); moderate resistance to black spot, rust and powdery mildew; benefits from basic hygiene and occasional protective spraying.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to solitary, border, park and cutting use; plant at 80–150 cm depending on purpose; tolerates partial shade; prefers regular watering in heat and performs best in well-prepared, drained soil.
HONORINE DE BRABANT offers remontant blooms, strong fragrance and a stable, long-lived own-root shrub for classic cottage-style borders and front gardens, making it a thoughtful choice if you want reliable character with manageable care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
HONORINE DE BRABANT – pink historic Bourbon rose - Tanne
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double flowers with 13–25 petals attract pollinators moderately because the semi-double form partially encloses the stamens, reducing pollen and nectar accessibility.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
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