GRANDE AMORE ® – red hybrid tea rose – Eleganza® collection
If You are looking for a rose that combines elegance with reliability, GRANDE AMORE ® is an ideal choice for Irish family gardens. This upright hybrid tea offers large, high‑centred blooms in a uniform, glowing red that hardly fades, even in strong summer light. Its long, straight stems make it perfect for cutting, while the bush stays neat and manageable at around 80–105 cm, easy to place in front gardens and narrower beds. On its own roots it develops steadily into a balanced, long‑lived shrub, able to regenerate and keep its ornamental value year after year. The blooms repeat generously from early summer into autumn, rewarding You with long weeks of colour in beds, borders or mixed plantings. With regular watering and simple deadheading, it settles well even in heavier Irish soils that need thoughtful drainage in wetter spells. Over time, the plant shapes itself to Your garden, giving You a stable, medium‑maintenance focal point that fits romantic cottage style as comfortably as a more formal border or path edge. Think in seasons: in year one it concentrates on roots, year two brings stronger shoots, and by year three You can enjoy its full ornamental value.
Use cases
| Target area |
Reason |
| Front garden focal point by the entrance |
The upright, medium-height habit and glowing red, high-centred blooms create a clear focal point near your doorway without overwhelming smaller spaces, ideal if you want a tidy, formal touch that still feels welcoming for beginners |
| Small group of 3–5 roses in a family border |
Planted in a loose group at the recommended spacing, GRANDE AMORE ® forms a cohesive, long-lived block of colour; its own-root habit helps the plants settle and mature together for a stable, easy-care feature for busy homeowners |
| Cutting patch for home-grown bouquets |
Long, straight stems and large, classic hybrid tea blooms make this variety excellent for cutting; regular harvesting also replaces deadheading, encouraging repeat flushes and giving simple, ongoing garden enjoyment for flower lovers |
| Mixed border with shrubs and evergreens |
The rich, unfading red flowers contrast beautifully with dark green foliage, dwarf yew or cornus stems; the moderate height slips easily into mixed beds, offering dependable summer structure with minimal special care for urban gardeners |
| Romantic cottage-style planting with perennials |
Stable colour and repeat flowering pair well with soft grasses, catmint or low-growing herbs; the neat outline keeps the planting from becoming messy, suiting those who want cottage charm without complicated pruning for cottage-garden fans |
| Patio or balcony container rose |
In a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, this variety’s upright habit and repeat flowering provide a strong vertical accent; regular watering and feeding are straightforward tasks that reward You with reliable blooms for apartment owners |
| Formal row or low hedge along a path |
Consistent height, straight stems and uniform flower shape help create a calm, formal line; regular deadheading keeps it smart, and own-root plants fill out steadily, supporting a long-term path edging loved by structured-design enthusiasts |
| Sunny spot that still copes with Irish wet spells |
Good heat tolerance and very strong colour retention mean flowers stay attractive even in brighter, exposed positions, while careful soil preparation supports roots where heavier ground needs improved drainage for Irish climate gardeners |
Decorating ideas
- Classic doorway welcome – Plant a pair of GRANDE AMORE ® on either side of your front path, underplanted with white edging plants for contrast – ideal for homeowners who like a smart, traditional look
- Cottage red and gold – Combine with Hypericum ‘Miracle’ and soft pink perennials to echo rural Irish cottage gardens – perfect for those who enjoy relaxed, romantic borders
- Evergreen contrast border – Mix with dwarf yew and low grasses so the vivid red flowers stand out against year-round green – suited to gardeners wanting structure with seasonal highlights
- Patio statement pot – Grow a single plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta container with trailing thyme around the rim – great for balcony and terrace owners seeking easy yet impressive colour
- Cutting corner – Dedicate a sunny bed section to 3–5 plants, interplanted with lavender for scent and filler stems – ideal for people who like bringing their own roses indoors
Technical cultivar profile
| Property |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose from the Eleganza collection. Registered cultivar name KORcoluma, trade name GRANDE AMORE ®. American Rose Society exhibition name: Grande Amore. Cultivar authenticity verified for pharmarosa.ie. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes, W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany. Parentage: ‘Christoph Columbus’ × unknown seedling. Bred 1995, introduced and registered 2004, originally distributed by W. Kordes’ Söhne. |
| Awards and recognitions |
Golden Rose – The Hague (2004); Gold Medal – Lyon (2006); Gold Medal – Rose Hills International, USA (2011); RHS Award of Garden Merit, United Kingdom (2012); Portland International Rose Garden – Best Hybrid Tea (2013). |
| Growth and structure |
Upright, medium-sized bush reaching about 80–105 cm in height with a spread of 50–70 cm. Moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage on moderately thorny stems, forming a tidy, well-shaped plant in beds and borders. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, double, high-centred hybrid tea blooms with 26–39 petals, mostly borne singly on long, straight stems. Good repeat-flowering habit with abundant second flush, classic pointed buds suited to cutting and exhibition use. |
| Colour and phenology |
Uniform bright red flowers with slight gloss. Buds deep dark red, opening to vivid fire-red inner petals and slightly darker outer edges. Colour holds very well in sun and rain, with minimal fading from first opening to full bloom. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Very weak, barely perceptible fragrance with a delicate, tea-like character. Grown primarily for its visual impact and cut-flower quality rather than scent, making it suitable where strong perfume is not desired. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Rose-hip formation is generally limited due to fully double flowers. Where present, hips are small spherical orange-red fruits around 8–12 mm in diameter, adding only minor seasonal interest. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to approximately -21 to -18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3). Disease resistance moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; benefits from basic preventative care. Good heat tolerance with regular watering in dry periods. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny to lightly shaded positions with well-drained soil. Medium maintenance: needs deadheading due to poor self-cleaning and occasional plant protection. Recommended spacings: 55 cm in mass plantings, 45 cm for hedging, 90 cm as a specimen. |
GRANDE AMORE ® offers unfading red blooms, classic cutting quality and a compact, reliable habit on long-lived own-root plants, making it a sound, low-fuss choice if you would like to add a dependable feature rose to your garden.
