Eisvogel is a highly acclaimed, repeat-flowering hybrid tea rose (introduced 2016 by Rosen Tantau) known for its large, intensely fragrant, and uniquely colored blooms. It features a striking mix of violet-lavender petals with a coppery-orange center, reaching 80-120 cm in height, making it ideal for gardens and cut flowers.
Key Characteristics of Eisvogel Roses:
- Coloration: The blooms exhibit an iridescent, ever-changing color palette ranging from violet-purple to peach-copper, reminiscent of a kingfisher’s plumage.
- Fragrance: It possesses a strong, exotic, and spicy-floral aroma.
- Bloom Shape: Large, very double, and globular (over 41 petals), often with a nostalgic, quartered rosette form.
- Disease Resistance & Growth: Highly resistant to diseases, the plant is upright and bushy.
- Usage: Excellent as a cut flower for vases, with lasting power, and performs well in pots.
- Ideal Conditions: Thrives in sunny to lightly shaded locations.
The name “Eisvogel” is German for Kingfisher, fitting its vibrant, multi-toned appearance. It is part of the Nostalgie® collection by Rosen Tantau, designed to bring old-world beauty with modern vigor.
