Uniform dark cherry-red hue with a velvety sheen. - hybrid tea rose - very strong, garden-filling scented rose - rich, classic rose aroma
– Velvety, uniform dark cherry-red blooms
– Very strong, classic rose fragrance
– XL, high-centred flowers ideal for cutting
– Upright habit, perfect as a specimen
– Proven award-winning Hybrid Tea cultivar Gné speisialta: Bhronnadh teastas ADR air as uaisle agus marthanacht.
With the garden’s future in mind – Nature-friendly operation
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
3.5(5296)
Alec's Red™ hybrid tea rose – CORed
If You dream of a classic, richly scented, red rose that still feels manageable, Alec's Red™ is a proven hybrid tea that delivers show-bench style blooms in everyday Irish gardens. Its strong, garden-filling perfume and extra-large, high-centred flowers bring a genuinely romantic feel to front gardens and entrance beds, while the upright habit keeps the plant tidy and easy to fit into smaller borders. As an own-root, 2-litre potted rose it settles gradually, forming a stable bush that copes well with Ireland’s wet climate and the kind of humidity that often encourages fungal problems. You receive a well-rooted plant that is simple to handle, and with steady watering and feeding it rewards You with reliable repeat flowering and a long working life in the border. Think of it as a rose with a gentle development arc: strong roots in year one, fuller shoots in year two, and by year three the full ornamental impact of its cherry-red, velvety blooms. Ideal if You want a single, standout rose that is both decorative and practical, giving You cutting-quality flowers without complicated gardening. It works in beds, mixed plantings and even generous containers, gradually forming a balanced, enduring feature that suits both beginners and more experienced gardeners.
Freshly opened bloom of Alec's Red™ in rich carmine red.
Alec's Red™ in freshly opened bloom, showing rich carmine-red petals.
Alec's Red™ in closed bud, showing the deep burgundy-black bud form.
Alec's Red™ showing its dark green, slightly glossy foliage in shade.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal point
The upright, medium-height habit forms a clean, vertical accent near doors or gateways, with large, classic blooms providing instant kerb appeal for small Irish front gardens, suiting the needs of beginners
Cutting bed for home bouquets
Extra-large, high-centred flowers on strong stems make Alec's Red™ excellent for cutting, giving You fragrant, long-stemmed roses indoors without needing a specialist cutting garden, ideal for homeowners
Romantic cottage-style border
The rich cherry-red, velvety petals and very strong fragrance fit beautifully with cottage planting schemes, pairing well with perennials for a soft, romantic effect that appeals to traditionalists
Small ornamental groups of 3–5 roses
Planting a small group allows the own-root bushes to knit together into a long-lived, evenly shaped block of colour that flowers repeatedly through summer, giving dependable impact for families
Large patio pot or terrace container
Grows reliably in a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, bringing richly scented red blooms to balconies and paved spaces where ground planting is limited, particularly useful for busy urbanites
Mixed border with shrubs and perennials
Moderately dense, dark green foliage creates structure among heuchera, clematis or hydrangea, while the repeat flowering adds colour through the season for gardeners who prefer low-fuss plantings
Coastal or exposed family garden
Once established on its own roots, the bush forms a stable, resilient framework that copes with wind and wetter spells typical of our climate, even under persistent disease pressure and humidity
Specimen rose near seating or path
The very strong, classic rose fragrance is best enjoyed up close, so planting it by a bench or path means You experience the scent on everyday routes, perfect for scent-loving enthusiasts
Decorating ideas
COTTAGE GATEWAY – Plant Alec's Red™ on either side of a front path with foxgloves and hardy geraniums for a welcoming, old-fashioned entrance – ideal for lovers of traditional Irish cottage gardens
RED-AND-CREAM BORDER – Combine its velvety cherry-red blooms with cream hydrangeas and white campanulas for a calm, coordinated look – suitable for those who like a tidy, colour-planned garden
SCENTED PATIO POT – Grow a single plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta container with trailing thyme at the base for fragrance at seating height – good for small patios and balcony gardeners
EVENING RELAXATION CORNER – Position near a bench, alongside lavender and heuchera, so the strong perfume and rich red flowers create a cosy, after-work retreat – perfect for busy urban professionals
SHOWPIECE CUTTING STRIP – Line a sunny, narrow bed with a short row of plants for a steady supply of exhibition-style stems for the vase – designed for hobby florists and home bouquet makers
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Alec's Red™ hybrid tea rose, registered as CORed; American Rose Society exhibition name Alec’s Red; hybrid tea rose group and commercial type, verified premium silver merit rating.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Alexander M. Cocker (James Cocker & Sons Nursery) in Scotland before 1969, from ‘Fragrant Cloud’ × ‘Dame de Cœur’; introduced by James Cocker & Sons Ltd. in 1970.
Awards and recognitions
Highly decorated: Henry Edland Memorial Fragrance Medal and RNRS Gold Medal, President's International Trophy, R. J. Frizzell Award for fragrance, plus ADR certificate in Germany (1973).
Growth and structure
Medium-height, upright bush reaching about 80–110 cm with a 50–70 cm spread; moderately thorny shoots and moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage provide a neat, structured effect.
Flower morphology
Large, double blooms with 26–39 petals, solitary on stems; strongly cupped, high-centred hybrid tea form, remontant with an abundant second flush that suits cutting and repeat garden display.
Colour and phenology
Closed buds are near-burgundy with an oily sheen, opening to rich carmine red; full bloom is pure cherry red with a velvety sheen, lightening slightly to raspberry tones in strong sun but holding colour well.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strong, classic rose fragrance with a rich, garden-filling character; a dedicated scented rose, bred from perfumed parents, best placed where its aroma can be enjoyed at close quarters.
Rose hip characteristics
Forms rose hips only in small quantities; ovoid, egg-shaped fruits about 10–14 mm across, coloured red-orange, adding discreet autumn interest without dominating the plant’s ornamental effect.
Resistance and hardiness
Winter hardy to around −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4); disease resistance medium to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, benefiting from regular care and good air circulation.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; medium maintenance, occasional plant protection helpful; plant 55 cm apart in groups, 45 cm for hedging, or 85 cm as a solitary specimen or in large containers.
Alec's Red™ offers extra-large, powerfully fragrant red blooms, an upright, tidy habit and reliable repeat flowering on a long-lived own-root plant, making it a reassuring choice if You would like a classic rose that simply works.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ALEC'S RED™ – red hybrid tea rose - Cocker
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
Henry Edland Memorial Fragrance Medal (RNRS, UK) (1969); RNRS Gold Medal (1970); President's International Trophy (RNRS, UK) (1970); R. J. Frizzell Award – Most Fragrant Rose (Belfast Trials) (1972); ADR certificate (Germany) (1973)
Pollinator Attraction:
Double (26–39 petals); the flowers attract pollinators only to a limited extent because the double form and reduced stamen accessibility restrict access to nectar and pollen.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its double flowers partly cover the stamens, attracting pollinators only to a limited extent, so it is primarily an ornamental cultivar.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual 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.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
