Deep, velvety dark red shade with a slightly blackish undertone. - hybrid tea rose - mild, discreetly scented rose - delicate rose character
– Deep, velvety dark red, colour holds well.
– Large, very double, elegant hybrid tea blooms.
– Long, upright stems ideal for cut flowers.
– Dense, glossy dark green foliage backdrop.
– Proven garden performance with ADR recommendation.
– Special feature: Mild, discreet rose fragrance adds a subtle romantic note in the garden and in vases.
Season-spanning – Tranquil garden experience
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,30 £
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BARKAROLE® – dark red tea-hybrid rose - Evers
Step out after rain and meet the velvety depth of BARKAROLE®, a dark red hybrid tea bred for balance between classic beauty and modern reliability in a compact, upright shape that suits smaller urban plots and terraces. Its mild, romantic fragrance enriches everyday moments, while sturdy stems deliver exhibition-quality cut flowers from early summer well into autumn, offering a long, steady season of colour. Container-grown on its own roots, it is designed for a long, regenerating lifespan with stable ornamental value in typical UK conditions, even where heavy clay needs thoughtful drainage after wet spells. In a London terraced-house front garden or balcony, this rose fits neatly into sustainable, rainwater-aware schemes, rewarding light, regular care with lush, dark foliage and richly coloured blooms that keep their depth in sun. As roots establish in the first year and shoots strengthen in the second, you can expect full, impressive impact by the third, with the plant gradually settling into your everyday garden rhythm.
Barkarole® in bloom: cup-shaped, very double flowers.
Closed bud of Barkarole® in dark, velvety red.
Barkarole® in different opening stages, from bud to full bloom.
Close-up of Barkarole® thorns on the stem.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden focal point
The upright, compact habit and velvety dark red blooms create an immediate focal point beside a front door, path or bay window, offering classic structure without dominating a modest London terrace frontage, well suited to the needs of the busy homeowner gardener
Cut-flower corner
Strong, long stems with large, very double flowers are ideal for cutting, giving you romantic, dark red vase displays for the house while the plant reliably remontants, so you can harvest stems and still enjoy new buds, ideal for those who value home-grown bouquets enthusiasts
Rainwater-aware rose bed
Planted into improved heavy clay with good run-off, this rose responds well to collected rainwater and regular moisture without waterlogging, supporting gardens where thoughtful drainage protects roots and keeps flowering consistent through typical UK wet spells eco-conscious
Own-root longevity border
As an own-root shrub, the plant keeps its cultivar traits even if cut back hard, regenerating cleanly from the base and offering a long working life in a mixed border, making it a reassuring choice for those planning a stable long-term layout planners
Small urban rose bed
The moderate height and 50–70 cm spread suit narrow beds along terraces or shared front boundaries, giving vertical presence without overwhelming neighbouring plants, and maintaining a tidy outline that complements compact, low-maintenance urban planting schemes city-dwellers
Container on patio or balcony
In a 40–50 litre or larger pot with quality peat-free compost, this rose forms a dense, dark green canopy and repeat flowers through summer, offering an elegant statement for paved patios and balconies where in-ground planting is limited balcony-owners
Structured mixed border
The upright framework and dense, glossy foliage provide reliable structure, pairing beautifully with lighter perennials such as yarrow, foxglove or oriental poppy, bringing contrast and rhythm to family borders that need all-season backbone stylists
Weather-resilient display
Firm petals and good colour retention help flowers hold their form in typical wind and rain, meaning the display remains presentable between dead-heading rounds, supporting gardeners who want tasteful impact without frequent, detailed grooming beginners
Styling ideas
Moonlight-Contrast – Underplant with pale Achillea and soft ornamental grasses so the dark red blooms glow at dusk – for householders who enjoy evening garden views.
Terrace-Theatre – Position in a large container flanking French doors, with low Nepeta at the base, to frame indoor–outdoor living space – for urban couples entertaining at home.
Heritage-Path – Line a short front path with spaced plants, interplanted with lavender, to create a romantic, gently scented approach – for families upgrading a classic terrace frontage.
Rain-Garden-Edge – Place slightly above a gravelled soakaway or rain garden, backed by foxgloves, to blend stormwater management with drama – for city gardeners working with front drives.
Solo-Sculpture – Use one specimen in a circular bed with low box or thyme edging so the velvety flowers read like a living sculpture – for design-minded owners who prefer minimalism.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Hybrid tea rose; registered as TANelorak and marketed as Barkarole® hybrid tea rose TANelorak; also known on the show bench as Taboo™, suited to exhibition and high-quality garden use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Hans Jürgen Evers for Rosen Tantau, Germany, from unnamed seedling parents; bred in 1987 and introduced in 1988, combining classic hybrid tea blooms with strong, upright garden performance.
Awards and recognition
Recommended as an “Edelrose” in ADR German trials and entered in the Monza rose competition in 1988, indicating strong ornamental merit and reliable hybrid tea performance in assessed conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright habit, around 100–140 cm tall with a 50–70 cm spread; dense, glossy dark green foliage on moderately thorny stems; self-cleaning is weak, so spent blooms benefit from occasional dead-heading.
Flower morphology
Large, solitary, very double flowers with over 40 petals form classic cup to goblet shapes; repeat flowering with a generous second flush, giving extended garden and cutting value across the season.
Colour data and phenology
Deep velvety dark red with a slightly blackish undertone; ARS dark red, RHS 187A inner and outer; buds almost blackish, colour holds well with only moderate fading, retaining richness in strong sunlight.
Fragrance and aroma
Mild, discreet rose fragrance with a delicate character; enough to enhance close-up garden seating or cut arrangements without overpowering, supporting subtle, refined sensory impressions in small spaces.
Hip characteristics
Hip production is limited because of the very double flowers; occasional ovoid, orange-red hips about 10–14 mm in diameter may form, adding small seasonal interest rather than being a primary feature.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Rated to approximately –21 to –18 °C, RHS H7, USDA zone 6b, Swedish zone 3; black spot resistance good, powdery mildew and rust moderate; copes with UK warmth but needs watering in prolonged drought.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun; plant 40–90 cm apart depending on use, at 4–4.6 plants/m² for massing; medium maintenance with routine feeding, watering and dead-heading to keep blooms clean and the display refined.
Barkarole® hybrid tea rose TANelorak offers long seasonal flowering, elegant cut stems and compact, structural growth on a durable own-root plant; a thoughtful choice if you favour lasting beauty with manageable care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
BARKAROLE® – dark red tea-hybrid rose - Evers
Product Type:
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Meaning of Cultivar Name:
The word 'Barkarole' is the equivalent of the Italian 'Barcarolle', a musical genre referring to the boat songs of the lagoons that evokes a romantic atmosphere.
Competition and Show Awards:
Recommended "Edelrose" rating in ADR (German cultivar trial) recommendations; Variety entered in the Monza rose competition (1988)
Hip Comment:
Rose hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally produced, 10–14 mm in diameter, ovoid, orange‑red hips.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
