‘Perfume Passion’ is a magnificent hybrid tea rose, renowned for its strong, sweet perfume and classic beauty. Bred by W. Kordes’ Söhne in Germany, this rose combines an intoxicating fragrance with good disease resistance, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners. The large, cupped blooms are a lovely shade of deep lavender-pink and are produced on strong, upright stems. The fragrance is a rich, sweet, and pure rose scent that fills the air around the plant. It’s a reliable and robust rose that performs well in a variety of climates.
Usage This rose is a must-have for anyone who wants to add a beautiful and highly fragrant feature to their garden. Its strong perfume makes it ideal for planting near a patio, a path, or an entertaining area where you can fully appreciate its scent. The beautiful blooms and long stems make it a perfect cut flower for bringing indoors to a vase. ‘Perfume Passion’ looks stunning as a feature plant in a mixed perennial border or planted in a dedicated rose garden. It can also be grown successfully in large containers.
Care Tips
- Sunlight: Plant in a position that receives a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight per day. This is essential for encouraging strong, healthy growth and the best flowering performance.
- Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, and well-drained soil. Prepare the soil before planting by incorporating organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure to improve its structure and fertility.
- Watering: Water deeply and regularly, especially during the dry summer months. It’s best to water at the base of the plant and avoid wetting the foliage, which can help to prevent fungal issues.
- Fertilising: To support its vigorous growth and abundant blooms, feed ‘Perfume Passion’ regularly throughout the growing season (spring to autumn) with a specialised rose fertiliser.
- Pruning: Prune hard in late winter or early spring to shape the bush and remove any dead or weak stems. Regularly ‘deadhead’ spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and keep the plant looking tidy.
- Pests & Diseases: This variety has good resistance to black spot and powdery mildew, but it’s still a good idea to monitor for these and other common rose pests. Good air circulation is key to preventing disease.
