LIEBESZAUBER 91® – dark red hybrid tea rose – Kordes
This velvety dark-red hybrid tea is a rose for pure romance in everyday Irish gardens, combining elegant long-stem blooms with a rich, classic fragrance that You notice as soon as You pass by. LIEBESZAUBER 91® produces large, high-centred flowers from early summer onwards with a generous second flush, so a small group of plants can keep beds and borders showy for months with only basic care. Its upright, well-branched habit and dense, glossy dark-green foliage make it ideal where You want a tidy, “finished” look near your front path or patio. As an own-root plant in the pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2‑litre pot, it is ready to establish steadily, giving You a long-lived, reliable bush that can regenerate from its own roots and cope well over many seasons. In typical Irish conditions – including frequent rain and heavier soils where good drainage matters as much as sunshine – this variety rewards regular watering and simple deadheading with premium, vase-quality flowers. It is equally at home in the ground or in a large patio container of at least 40–50 litres, gradually building strong roots in year one, fuller shoots and flower stems in year two, and its full ornamental impact by around year three.
Use cases
| Target area |
Reason |
| Front garden focal point near entrance or path |
The upright, hybrid tea form and large, perfectly shaped dark-red blooms create an immediate sense of arrival beside a front door or path, giving a refined look even in small gardens, ideal for the busy urban homeowner who wants an easy, impressive welcome for guests |
| Cutting bed for home flower arrangements |
Long, straight stems with solitary, high-centred flowers are excellent for cutting, and the strong classic scent carries indoors, so a short walk to the garden can supply vases for the kitchen or sitting room, suiting those who enjoy home-grown bouquets for family |
| Small group planting in mixed border |
Planting 3–5 bushes at the recommended spacing creates a coherent block of deep-red colour that repeats through summer, while moderate care needs fit easily into routine gardening, appealing to hobby gardeners who want impact without complex pruning for beginners |
| Specimen rose in a large patio container |
In a 40–50 litre pot with good drainage, this rose forms a structured, upright bush that decorates terraces and balconies exposed to Atlantic breezes, and is simple to tend close at hand, meeting the needs of small-space gardeners who favour contained, stylish plantings for balconies |
| Romantic feature in cottage-style planting |
The velvety dark-red colour and full, many-petalled flowers pair beautifully with airy perennials and rustic elements, bringing a classic “love charm” feel beside low stone walls or picket fences, ideal for rural cottage gardens that value traditional charm for couples |
| Neat edging accent along driveway or path |
Its upright habit, dense foliage and clearly defined flower stems create a tidy line when planted at hedge spacing, giving a smart edge to driveways or paths with only occasional deadheading, suiting households that want order without intensive maintenance for driveways |
| Feature rose in family relaxation area |
The strong fragrance and repeated blooming make it a lovely choice near seating, where evening scents and deep colour can be enjoyed after work, fitting families who use the garden as an outdoor room but prefer low-effort, high-reward plants for shared moments |
| Long-term rose planting for stable structure |
As an own-root rose it develops a balanced, resilient bush that can regenerate from its base and adapt over time, offering a future-proof, medium-maintenance component in long-lived beds for gardeners planning a durable, settled garden scheme for years |
Decorating ideas
- Classic Entrance Drama – Flank a front path with two or three LIEBESZAUBER 91® bushes underplanted with low silver Artemisia for contrast, creating a smart, romantic approach – ideal for homeowners who want a formal yet welcoming look.
- Ruby-and-White Border – Combine this rose with Liatris spicata 'Alba' and white flowering perennials so the dark-red blooms punctuate vertical white spires – perfect for those who like crisp, elegant summer borders.
- Cottage Romance Corner – Mix LIEBESZAUBER 91® with soft pinks, catmint and ornamental grasses near a bench, letting its fragrance anchor a relaxed seating nook – great for cottage-garden fans seeking a calm retreat.
- Patio Scent Pot – Plant one bush in a 40–50 litre terracotta container with trailing Sedum spurium around the rim, giving long-stemmed flowers and scent right by your chair – suited to balcony and terrace gardeners.
- Cutting-Row Ribbon – Dedicate a sunny strip to a simple row of LIEBESZAUBER 91®, spaced for easy access, to supply reliable stems for vases – ideal for beginners who want straightforward success with home-cut roses.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as KORmiach, marketed as Liebeszauber 91® (also known in exhibitions as Liebeszauber). Part of the Hybrid Tea group, offered here as an own-root, container-grown garden rose. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Reimer Kordes of W. Kordes’ Söhne in Germany from a cross of an unknown seedling and ‘Pink Panther’. Introduced and registered in 1991, with the original distribution handled by W. Kordes’ Söhne. |
| Awards and recognitions |
Holder of a fragrance award from The Hague trials in 1994, confirming its strong, classic scent in international competition and supporting its use where perfumed garden or cutting roses are especially appreciated. |
| Growth and structure |
Upright, bushy habit typically 100–140 cm high and 70–110 cm wide, with dense, dark-green glossy foliage and moderate prickliness. Forms a structured, medium-sized shrub well suited to beds, borders and specimen planting. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, very double, high-centred blooms on mostly solitary stems, with more than 40 petals per flower. Strongly remontant, giving generous repeat flushes through the season when regularly deadheaded and properly watered. |
| Colour and phenology |
Deep, velvety dark-red overall, shading to wine-red tones depending on light. Buds glossy dark red with a purplish tip; colour lightens slightly in strong sun but remains rich in cooler conditions, offering good overall colour retention. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Rich, classic rose scent with strong intensity, noticeable both in the garden and when cut for the vase. The fragrance award highlights its suitability for planting near entrances, seating areas and paths where people linger. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Hip set is usually low due to the densely double flowers. When hips are produced, they are small, spherical, around 8–12 mm in diameter, and colour to an attractive orange-red late in the season. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (USDA zone 6b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 3). Disease resistance is moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; benefits from good air circulation, balanced feeding and occasional preventive care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Prefers a sunny position with well-drained soil and regular watering in dry spells. Maintenance needs are medium: deadhead spent blooms, feed during the growing season, and prune annually. Recommended spacing 55–100 cm depending on use. |
LIEBESZAUBER 91® offers velvety dark-red, strongly scented blooms on a neat, upright bush that repeats well and, as an own-root rose, builds long-term structure with reliable regrowth, making it a thoughtful choice if You want lasting colour and scent.
