RED NOSTALGIE – red hybrid tea rose – Evers
With its velvety deep-red blooms and classic hybrid tea shape, RED NOSTALGIE brings a quietly luxurious refined touch to your front garden or favourite border while coping well with our typically damp Irish weather and humid summers. You receive it as a well-rooted, own‑root plant in a 2‑litre pot, so you simply plant, water and let it build a long‑lived, balanced bush for years of enjoyment. In the first year it concentrates on roots, the second on building strong shoots, and by the third it reaches full ornamental value, carrying large, dark crimson flowers that hold their colour beautifully in sun. Its upright habit and glossy foliage make it ideal where you want a neat, formal rose that gives you reliable, elegant flowers for cutting without demanding complicated garden design.
Use cases
| Target area |
Reason |
| Front garden focal point |
The upright habit and dense, glossy foliage create a tidy, vertical accent that looks “finished” even in a small Irish front garden, while own-root growth builds a stable structure for long-term planting success for the busy beginner |
| Cut-flower row near the house |
Large, double, deep-red blooms with strong stems are ideal for vases and special occasions; planting 3–5 together gives you a steady supply of classic hybrid tea flowers without needing a dedicated cutting garden, suiting the home entertainer |
| Formal border with cottage accents |
Planted at 50 cm spacing, RED NOSTALGIE forms a refined, continuous line of velvety red cups that repeat flower well, blending neatly with cranesbill or yarrow for a romantic yet well-organised bed appreciated by the style-conscious |
| Specimen in a mixed shrub bed |
A single plant at 80 cm spacing stands out as a specimen, its dark, wine-red flower edges and rich foliage giving depth among evergreen shrubs, while own-root vigour helps it recover from pruning valued by the patient gardener |
| Large container by the front door |
In a minimum 40–50 litre container with good drainage, its upright, space-saving form and colourfast flowers give a welcoming entrance display, ideal where soil is heavy clay or limited, benefiting the urban homeowner |
| Small rose group for neat, showy effect |
A group of 3–5 plants, spaced for 4 plants per m², quickly creates a compact block of uniform red, perfect when you want visible impact within three seasons without complex design, reassuring the first-time planter |
| Part-shade side garden |
Tolerant of partial shade, it still produces rich, velvety flowers where sun is limited for part of the day, so side passages and north-west facing beds can carry colour without constant attention, which suits the time-poor |
| Coastal or exposed suburban sites |
Its healthy foliage and good colour retention cope well in breezy, damp conditions typical of many Irish gardens, provided soil drains reasonably in prolonged wet spells, giving confidence to the Atlantic-based |
Decorating ideas
- Classic Crimson Entrance – Plant one RED NOSTALGIE in a 50 litre terracotta pot with trailing Ajuga reptans to soften the rim, placing it either side of a front door for a smart, hotel-style welcome – ideal for image-conscious homeowners
- Cottage Border Ribbon – Line the front of a mixed cottage border with RED NOSTALGIE at 50 cm intervals, weaving Geranium sanguineum between plants for an airy, meadowy understorey – perfect for lovers of relaxed yet polished gardens
- Romantic Cutting Corner – Dedicate a sunny corner to 5 RED NOSTALGIE roses in a square, edged with low yarrow, to give armfuls of long-stemmed, dark red blooms through summer – suited to those who enjoy arranging their own flowers indoors
- Structured Mixed Shrub Bed – Use a single RED NOSTALGIE as a vertical accent among compact evergreens and dwarf hydrangeas, letting its velvety red flowers punctuate soft greens and whites – great for gardeners seeking order with a touch of drama
- Neat Driveway Repetition – Repeat single plants along a driveway at even spacing, underplanting with low groundcovers for a continuous, tidy line of glossy foliage and rich red flowers – ideal for families wanting simple, low-fuss kerb appeal
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose group. Registered as TANtumleh, trade name Red Nostalgie, also known as Helmut Kohl Rose. Commercially listed as RED NOSTALGIE – red hybrid tea rose – Evers. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Hans Jürgen Evers, Rosen Tantau, Germany. Introduced and registered in 1996. Parentage not recorded. Released by Rosen Tantau for garden and cut-flower use. |
| Growth and structure |
Upright hybrid tea with dense, dark green, glossy foliage and many thorns. Typical height 85–115 cm, spread 60–80 cm. Forms a compact, vertical bush suitable for borders and specimen planting. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, double flowers with 26–39 petals, usually borne singly on stems. Cup-shaped blooms with a slight to medium-high centre. Remontant, with a notably abundant second flush in suitable conditions. |
| Colour and phenology |
Velvety, saturated deep red with uniform surface colour. Buds glossy deep crimson, opening to lighter red centres and dark burgundy, matt, velvety petals at maturity. Colour holds well and resists noticeable fading in sun. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Fragrance described as mild and discreet. Character details are not well documented, but the scent is present without being overpowering, suiting those who prefer a gentle perfume in the garden. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Rosehip production generally low because of the strongly double flower form. When present, hips are ovoid, red, around 15–21 mm in diameter, adding modest autumn interest. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (USDA 6b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 3). Disease resistance moderate, with sensitivity to rust and some susceptibility to powdery mildew and black spot; regular protection recommended. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in fertile, well-drained soil with regular feeding and watering during dry spells. Recommended spacings: 50 cm for mass, 40 cm for hedging, 80 cm for specimens. Suitable for borders, containers and high-quality cut flowers. |
RED NOSTALGIE offers velvety red, colourfast blooms, a compact upright habit and reliable cut flowers, while own-root vigour supports long-term garden value; a thoughtful choice if you would like a refined yet manageable rose.
