CHERRY LADY® – deep pink hybrid tea rose – Kordes
Step towards your front door through a ribbon of colour, where CHERRY LADY® lines a narrow path with generous, cherry-pink hybrid tea blooms that hold well in changeable British weather, even where sun, wind and showers meet on exposed urban streets. Its compact, upright habit suits small London-style front gardens and balcony planters, while glossy, dark green foliage frames each long-stemmed flower, ideal for cutting after summer rain. Planted in a peat‑free mix with reliable drainage, this own‑root rose builds resilience below ground in year one, extends strong growth and flowering in year two, and reaches full ornamental impact by year three, giving you durable, repeat-flowering elegance from a single, climate-conscious choice.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
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| Narrow London front garden border |
The compact, upright growth keeps to its space, while large, very double blooms give front doors and railings a refined, welcoming look without demanding advanced pruning skills, suiting time-poor city homeowners and beginners. |
| Rainwater‑managed path edging |
Planted in free‑draining, amended soil, its root system copes well where heavy rain alternates with dry spells, offering reliable flowering and structure along soakaways or gravel strips for sustainability‑minded urbanites. |
| Statement container (50–70 litre) |
A generous pot allows roots to develop steadily, supporting strong stems for cutting and long flowering on patios or balconies, while own‑root resilience reduces the risk of failure for cautious first‑time buyers. |
| Small family garden feature rose |
One or three plants at 90 cm spacing create a compact focal point with season‑spanning colour, without overshadowing play areas or seating, ideal for busy households wanting impact from manageable plantings. |
| Mixed border with perennials |
The deep pink flowers pair superbly with airy yarrow, purple coneflower or Russian sage, giving layered colour and texture that stays elegant as blooms age, perfect for design‑conscious cottage‑style gardeners. |
| Cutting patch or show bench row |
Long, straight stems and ball‑shaped, exhibition‑quality flowers make it a dependable choice for vases and shows, building on its international medals for enthusiasts who enjoy arranging and showing. |
| Exposed, wind‑touched front plot |
The sturdy, medium‑height framework and dense foliage give structure where other plants flatten, handling blustery, rain‑lashed sites common in coastal‑feeling streets, reassuring climate‑aware front‑garden owners. |
| Low‑input long‑term planting |
As an own‑root rose it re‑shoots reliably from the base if damaged, keeping its shape and colour true over many years, attractive for those prioritising long service life and reduced replacement costs. |
Styling ideas
- City-Classic – Plant a pair in 60 litre charcoal planters by a front door, underplanted with white alyssum, for neat, formal impact – for neat-and-tidy terrace homeowners.
- Soft-Drift – Repeat in a staggered line along a gravel path, interlaced with Nepeta and low grasses for a relaxed, rain‑permeable edge – for relaxed family gardeners.
- Cutting-Corner – Dedicate a sunny bed with CHERRY LADY® in a grid, backed by tall Achillea for contrast in vases – for home florists and allotment users.
- Balcony-Jewel – One plant in a 50–70 litre trough with trailing thyme and sage gives height, scent and colour – for balcony and roof‑terrace gardeners.
- Evening-Glow – Combine with silvery Perovskia and pale paving to catch the last light on the deep pink blooms – for after-work relaxers.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property | Data |
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| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose from the Eleganza® collection; registered as KORladcher, marketed as CHERRY LADY® Eleganza®, with ARS exhibition name Cherry Lady for show and cut flower use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes at W. Kordes' Söhne, Germany, from unnamed seedling parents; registered 2015 and introduced after 2015 as a modern hybrid tea for garden and exhibition. |
| Awards and recognition |
Highly regarded in European trials, winning silver medals at Monza and Kortrijk in 2012, plus Grand Prix Armand Zinsch and Prestige de la Rose awards at Lyon for overall garden and show quality. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, upright shrub reaching about 70–95 cm in height and 50–70 cm spread, with dense, moderately thorny stems and dark, slightly glossy foliage that presents the flowers prominently above the leaves. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, very double, ball to pompon blooms with over 40 petals, often carried in small clusters on sturdy stems, remontant with abundant repeat flushes through the season when regularly deadheaded. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Deep cherry-pink with a slight red tinge; buds dark, opening to vivid cherry-pink edges and lighter centres, then fading gently to softer pink while retaining good overall colour even in strong summer light. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Delicate, clean rose fragrance of mild strength, noticeable at close range along paths or when used as a cut flower indoors, adding refinement without overwhelming other scented plants nearby. |
| Hip characteristics |
Hip set is generally light due to very double flowers, though small spherical red hips 8–12 mm may form sporadically, offering occasional decorative interest without major self-seeding concerns. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Rated to approximately −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7; USDA 5b), with robust black spot resistance and medium tolerance to powdery mildew and rust, performing steadily with basic watering during longer dry spells. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil; space 45–90 cm depending on use, water in dry periods, and deadhead to encourage repeat flowering; suitable for borders, hedging, cutting and specimen planting. |
CHERRY LADY® offers compact stature, exhibition‑worthy flowers and long service from its own‑root form, making it a thoughtful choice if you value durable colour with straightforward care.
