Japanese Rose BI – Kibō is a strong and expressive Japanese rose with a striking play of colors. Its flowers combine strawberry red with a bright yellow reverse, creating a warm, lively contrast. This is a rose that radiates energy and at the same time brings optimism and cheerfulness to the garden.

Kibō is distinctive, but never coarse. It has character and balance.

The meaning of the name

Kibō (希望) means Hope in Japanese. The name symbolizes trust, future, and positivity. You can immediately see this feeling reflected in this rose: color, strength, and liveliness come together in one flower.

Within the Japanese Rose BI selection, Kibō stands for looking ahead and zest for life.

Japanese origin & breeding

Kibō was bred by Seizo Suzuki in Japan, before 1985.
In 1986, it was introduced in Japan by Keisei Rose Nurseries under the name Kibō, and in Europe by Meilland et Cie.

Origin:

• Liberty Bell™ × Kagayaki

This combination explains its strong color contrast, large flowers, and reliable growth.

Flower & bloom

• Flower color: red with yellow reverse
  (also described as rouge fraise & citron yellow)

• Flower shape: very large and full (up to ±30 petals)

• Diameter: approx. 12–13 cm

• Scent: none to light

• Blooming: in waves throughout the season

Despite its floribunda background, Kibō has a flower size reminiscent of hybrid tea roses, which makes it extra striking.

Growth & use in the garden

Japanese Rose BI – Kibō grows into a strong, well-branched shrub.

• Height: approx. 80–120 cm

• Type: floribunda

• Location: sunny

• Use: borders, rose beds, color accents

Japanese Rose BI – color with meaning

Kibō is part of the Japanese Rose BI selection of Belle Epoque.
BI (美) stands for beauty with substance: roses that are not only beautiful but also convey a feeling.

Kibō is a perfect example of this – a rose that literally and figuratively radiates hope.

Exclusive to Belle Epoque – new range 2026

Japanese Rose BI – Kibō is exclusively available at Belle Epoque and is part of the new Japanese garden rose range 2026. A unique garden rose for lovers who dare to choose color, strength, and meaning.