ROYAL PIANO® – red hybrid tea rose – Evers
If You love elegant roses but prefer simple, reliable gardening, ROYAL PIANO® is made for You. This compact, upright hybrid tea forms densely foliated, dark green bushes that carry clusters of richly petalled, raspberry-red rosette blooms with a silky sheen. In a typical Irish front garden it copes well with our damp, variable weather and the challenges of heavy soils, as long as drainage is reasonable. Its remontant nature brings flush after flush of flowers through the season, so a small group of plants already gives a generous display. As an own-root rose it settles in gradually and can be pruned with confidence, regenerating from its base and supporting a long garden lifespan. In the first year it focuses on strong roots, the second year on shaping sturdy shoots, and by the third year it reveals its full, romantic ornamental value.
Use cases
| Target area |
Reason |
| Front garden focal point near the entrance |
The upright, compact habit and densely petalled rosette blooms create an immediate sense of order and welcome beside a doorway or path, giving reliable structure without complicated pruning for busy homeowners |
| Small rose group in a cottage-style border |
Planted in groups of 3–5, the rich raspberry-red flowers give a full, romantic effect even in modest beds, blending easily with perennials while keeping maintenance to deadheading and seasonal feeding for beginner gardeners |
| Mixed bed with perennials in family gardens |
The balanced, medium-sized bush fits naturally among daylilies, bellflowers or low grasses, providing repeat flowering colour through summer without overwhelming the space, ideal where children and pets also share the garden for family users |
| Specimen rose in a feature container |
In a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, its compact structure and generous flowering give a smart, formal look on patios or drives, offering a manageable way to enjoy a classic tea rose for balcony owners |
| Cutting patch for home bouquets |
Sturdy stems bearing 1–5 blooms provide attractive, deeply coloured flowers for the vase; regular picking refreshes the shrub and supports tidy growth, rewarding even simple care routines for creative florists |
| Low, formal hedge along a path or drive |
At 80–120 cm high with dense, glossy foliage, this variety forms a neat, repeat-flowering line that works well where You want structure and colour without constant reshaping, suiting practical planners |
| Ornamental bed in wetter, wind-exposed areas |
Its moderate disease resistance and steady performance make it a dependable choice where Atlantic winds and frequent rain demand robust, unfussy roses, as long as water can drain away, reassuring coastal gardeners |
| Long-term planting in established family gardens |
As an own-root rose it builds a strong, stable framework over several seasons, allowing for renewal from the base and gradual shaping, ideal for gardeners planning lasting plantings and valuing low replacement rates for long-term owners |
Decorating ideas
- Cottage Trio Border – Combine ROYAL PIANO® with Campanula persicifolia and soft grasses for a relaxed cottage edge that still looks neat – for lovers of traditional, easy-going borders
- Formal Entrance Pair – Plant two in large 40–50 litre pots flanking the front door for a symmetrical, raspberry-red welcome – for homeowners wanting instant kerb appeal with minimal effort
- Summer Cut-Flower Corner – Create a small cutting patch with ROYAL PIANO® and pastel Hemerocallis, giving home-grown bouquets from early summer onwards – for creative gardeners who enjoy arranging flowers indoors
- Romantic Fence Line – Line a sunny fence with a low row of ROYAL PIANO® and airy white perennials for a soft yet structured boundary – for families seeking a charming but easy-care backdrop
- Vertical Accent Mix – Partner a ROYAL PIANO® specimen with a light-flowering clematis like ‘Little Artist’ on a discreet support for layered colour without clutter – for compact gardens needing height without complexity
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose from the Piano collection; registered as TAN09492, marketed as ROYAL PIANO®, Royal Piano® or Piano®, verified authenticity for pharmarosa.ie own-root production. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Christian Evers at Rosen Tantau, Uetersen, Germany; introduced by Rosen Tantau in 2014, with parentage not publicly disclosed by the breeder. |
| Growth and structure |
Upright, compact bush reaching about 80–120 cm high and 50–70 cm wide, with dense, dark green, glossy foliage and moderate prickliness, suitable for beds, low hedges and containers. |
| Flower morphology |
Very full, rosette-shaped flowers with more than 40 petals, large bloom size on each stem, usually carried in clusters of 1–5 flowers, repeating well through the season with abundant second flush. |
| Colour and phenology |
Rich, deep raspberry-red blooms with silky sheen; buds dark and velvety, colour stable in cooler conditions and only slightly fading in strong sun, offering a uniform deep-red appearance at full bloom. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Fragrance is classic rose in character but very weak and barely noticeable, chosen more for visual impact and form than for scent, making it suitable near seating for those sensitive to strong perfumes. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Rose-hip set is limited due to very double blooms and regular pruning; where formed, hips are small ellipsoid, orange-red, around 8–12 mm in diameter, usually of minor ornamental significance. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −18 to −21 °C (USDA 6b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 3); disease resistance moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, responding well to basic preventative care in damp climates. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny sites with fertile, well-drained soil; plant 55 cm apart in beds, 45 cm for low hedges, 90 cm as specimens; maintain medium-input care with feeding, watering and occasional plant protection. |
ROYAL PIANO® offers compact, repeat flowering, rich red blooms and neat structure, and as an own-root rose it builds long-term, regenerating strength in Your garden, making it a reassuring choice if You prefer straightforward care.
