Rosa 'La Rotonde' - Hybrid Tea Rose

The Rose 'La Rotonde' or 'Tan 06612' brings its invigorating colour to the "Les Années Folles" collection developed by German rose breeder Tantau. This perennial variety, with a perpetual and floriferous blooming like all its sisters, produces large double roses, fashioned in the old-fashioned style, with a radiant yellow colour. With a light fragrance reminiscent of lily of the valley and iris, these flowers last a long time in a vase and shine in the garden. In addition to its ornamental qualities, it is a robust bush, remarkably resistant to rose diseases, and very easy to grow.

The Rose 'La Rotonde', introduced in 2019, is a modern hybrid tea rose that is also classified as a Floribunda: its flowers are solitary or more often grouped in small bouquets of 2 to 5 flowers. The plant forms an upright, ramified bush with vigorous and rapid growth. It will reach an average height of 75 cm (30in), with a spread of 60 cm (24in). From May to June and late into the season, blooms measuring 9 cm (4in) in diameter, composed of 60 to 70 petals, appear on foliage that is divided into dark green leaflets. They open in the manner of hybrid teas, well-organized around a turbinate center, then unfold into wide and flat cups arranged in quarters. The flower color is a pure yellow, slightly more golden towards the center and lighter on the edges. Their fragrance is of light intensity, but very subtle. This rose has excellent disease resistance. This deciduous, very hardy shrub loses its leaves in autumn. It will thrive when planted in a rich, deep soil that remains cool in summer.

This modern rose, La Rotonde, elegantly displays its sunny color, symbolizing friendship and benevolence in the language of flowers. With a strong personality, it will be enhanced by light flowers, white or orange roses, or foliage plants such as bronze fennel or lady's mantle. For example, place it at the front of a shrub bed or in groups of 3 plants. Consider pairing it with small blue or white flowers of Love-in-a-Mist to highlight its brilliance without overshadowing it. Perennial geraniums, catmints, heartleaf crambe, perennial salvias, and foxgloves are good companions for roses. Its long-lasting flowers, suitable for vase arrangements, allow for cheerful bouquets in the house.