The Raphael Rose (also known as the “Healing Angel” or 拉斐尔) is a charming shrub rose variety originally bred in Japan in 2008 by Junko Kawamoto . It belongs to Kawamoto Rose Garden’s “Heaven Series,” which names varieties after angels featured in John Milton’s epic poem Paradise Lost . [1, 2]
Physical Characteristics
- Color: It features a delicate, soft baby pink color that is highly consistent and remains stable without fading throughout its entire blooming period. [1, 2]
- Blooms: The flowers are moderately sized, measuring 6 to 8 centimetres in diameter. They are fluffy, shallow, cup-shaped , and packed with dense, double petals. The rose is highly floriferous, blooming with multiple heads. [1, 2, 3]
- Fragrance: It gives off a pleasant, moderate fruity aroma . [1, 2]
Plant Growth & Habits
- Size: The plant grows as a compact shrub, reaching a height of 90 to 150 centimetres and a width of about 40 to 60 centimetres. [1]
- Habit: It develops flexible branches and exhibits excellent resistance to diseases , making it highly recommended for beginner gardeners. [1, 2]
- Blooming Season: It is a repeat-flowering variety that blooms continuously across multiple seasons. Because of its compact nature, it performs incredibly well when grown in pots or garden borders. [1]
(Note: If you are looking for information on the classic Italian Renaissance painting instead, please see Raphael Sanzio’s “Madonna of the Rose” ). [1, 2]
