BURDUNDY™ – burgundy hybrid tea rose - Tanjga
Imagine sipping tea behind a living windbreak, with sunlight glinting on deep burgundy petals that echo sea-worn pebbles on a Cornish shore. BURGUNDY™ – burgundy hybrid tea rose - Tanjga brings a compact, container-friendly habit and dense foliage that stands steady in coastal breezes while coping well with salt-laden air and typical British showers. Its reliably repeat-flowering season keeps your veranda or small garden glowing from early summer onwards, the velvety blooms perfect for cutting and bringing indoors. The own-root form supports long-term resilience, quietly building a strong framework below ground before expanding top growth, so roots establish in year one, shoots fill out in year two and full ornamental value arrives by year three. Medium maintenance needs suit busy owners who prefer simple, regular care routines over finicky tasks. With a delicately fragrant character, sparsely thorned stems and refined colour that fades only slightly, this rose offers enduring elegance and dependable impact in small to medium family gardens and coastal-style spaces.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Coastal veranda in large containers |
Burgundy’s compact habit and dense foliage make it ideal for stable, wind-aware planting on a balcony or veranda, thriving in a quality 40–50 litre container with good drainage for coastal rain and breezes, suiting busy beginners. |
| Small front garden feature rose |
The moderate height and restrained spread create a neat focal point beside a doorway or along a path, offering structure without dominating limited space and delivering clear, velvety colour that complements clean, contemporary facades for style-conscious homeowners. |
| Cutting patch in a family garden |
Hybrid tea blooms on solitary stems are naturally suited to vases; the double, cupped flowers and long-lasting burgundy colour provide elegant home arrangements with little effort, rewarding those who enjoy bringing garden flowers indoors, especially keen hobby-gardeners. |
| Low hedge or edging along a path |
Regular spacing at around 35–40 cm forms a low, leafy ribbon of colour with repeating flushes, guiding movement through the garden while remaining manageable to prune and tidy, ideal for practical, design-minded gardeners. |
| Mixed coastal border with grasses and sea kale |
The rich blooms contrast beautifully with silver foliage and fine grasses, while the compact, anchoring root system and steady top growth help stabilise planting in breezier, moisture-variable beds near the sea, appealing to coastal-style enthusiasts. |
| Family seating area wind filter |
Planted in a loose row near a terrace, the dense mid-green leaves and upright but compact form help break low-level gusts, making outdoor seating more comfortable while keeping maintenance to occasional checks and light pruning, suiting relaxed families. |
| Container rose for busy urban patios |
Medium maintenance needs and reliable repeat flowering mean simple watering, feeding and a light annual prune are generally sufficient; the own-root structure supports long-term health in a pot, reassuring time-pressed urban residents. |
| Long-term feature in heavy-clay garden beds |
Once established, the own-root system provides dependable anchorage and structure in improved, well-drained clay soils, gradually building a robust framework that copes with seasonal wetness and drying typical of many UK gardens, giving confidence to cautious beginners. |
Styling ideas
- Harbour-Veranda Calm – one or two Burgundy in 50-litre tubs with sea kale and blue Festuca on a sheltered deck suggest a Cornish harbour feel – for coastal-style admirers who want calm, easy care.
- Tea-and-Roses Corner – position Burgundy beside a bistro set, underplanted with low lavender for scent and soft contrast – for homeowners creating a simple, elegant tea spot.
- Burgundy-Ribbon Path – repeat plants at 35–40 cm along a straight or curved path, interspersed with dwarf marigolds for a bright edging – for families who like tidy structure with cheerful colour.
- Compact Cutting Row – line a narrow bed with Burgundy, leaving access from one side for easy stem picking and light pruning – for hobby gardeners who enjoy arranging home-grown flowers.
- Urban-Shingle Look – plant Burgundy through decorative gravel with sea-holly-style companions and a few pots of parsley for texture – for busy urban residents wanting a modern coastal effect.
Technical cultivar profile
| Characteristic | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, collection Vaza®, registered as BOZvaz017, marketed as Burgundy™ Vaza® BOZvaz017; exhibition category shrub and cut flower; premium silver quality rating for garden use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Biljana Bozanić Tanjga at PhenoGeno Roses, introduced in 2022; parentage is not disclosed, selected for compact growth, strong colour stability and dependable repeat flowering for modern gardens. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact shrub, around 40–60 cm tall and 35–55 cm wide; dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage with sparse prickles; suited to containers, edging and small beds where a tidy outline is preferred. |
| Flower morphology |
Double, cupped hybrid tea blooms with approximately 26–39 petals, medium-sized flowers on mostly solitary stems; reliably repeat-flowering with a generous second flush under standard garden care. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Deep, velvety burgundy blooms, ARS code DR, RHS 187A outer and 187B inner petals; colour holds well, fading only slightly to a smoky red tone as flowers age, giving a consistently rich effect. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Soft, classic rose fragrance of mild strength, noticeable at close range but not overpowering; primarily valued for colour and form, offering a gentle scent suitable near seating or windows. |
| Hip characteristics |
Hip set is usually limited due to double flowers; when present, small globular hips about 10–14 mm, orange-red in colour, with low visual impact compared with the strong floral display. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Rated to around –21 to –18 °C, RHS H7 and Swedish zone 3, USDA zone 6b; disease resistance is moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, benefitting from basic preventative care in damp seasons. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Suited to beds, edging, containers and cutting; medium maintenance with routine feeding and monitoring; plant 40 cm apart in groups, 35 cm for hedging, or 60 cm as a solitary feature for best effect. |
BURGDUNDY™ – burgundy hybrid tea rose - Tanjga offers compact habit, repeat burgundy blooms and enduring own-root resilience in containers or beds, making it a thoughtful choice for long-lived, low-fuss garden structure.
