SIMONE VEIL – red hybrid tea rose - Orard
Inspired by Atlantic afternoons, this own-root SIMONE VEIL hybrid tea brings a sense of refreshment to small family gardens and coastal verandas, where it stands steady despite brisk breezes and salt-laden air softly testing its resilience. Large, high-centred blooms in a velvety ruby red tone open repeatedly from early summer well into autumn, giving you armfuls of elegant cut flowers with a strong, spicy-tea fragrance for the house. In a roomy 40–50 litre container or a prepared bed with dependable drainage, it settles quickly and responds well to simple, occasional care rather than constant attention. Being own-root, it builds a deep, stable framework for a long garden life and reliable regrowth after harsh weather. Over time, you will notice the natural rhythm: first the underground roots establish, then in the second year the shoots extend and branch, and by the third season it reaches its full ornamental impact with generous flowering and a mature, upright presence.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Coastal veranda container (40–50 litre) |
The upright, compact habit and dense foliage make SIMONE VEIL easy to manage in a generous pot, while repeat flowering provides a long season of colour beside outdoor seating; ideal for those wanting impact with minimal fuss, including beginners. |
| Small front garden feature rose |
Its high-centred, exhibition-style flowers and strong perfume give a refined focal point in even a narrow front border, offering a welcoming look that remains tidy with simple deadheading, suiting time-pressed homeowners. |
| Cutting row in a family garden |
Long-stemmed hybrid tea blooms with a strong, spicy tea scent are perfect for cutting, and the vigorous own-root framework supports regular harvesting without weakening the plant, appealing to creative flower-lovers. |
| Sheltered coastal shingle bed |
In a well-prepared pocket of improved soil with reliable drainage, SIMONE VEIL holds its form and flower quality even where wind and salt spray are frequent, fitting gardeners seeking structure in breezy plots, especially coastal gardeners. |
| Mixed border with perennials |
The rich ruby-red flowers stand out among grasses and perennials, while the repeat-flowering habit ensures ongoing colour between other plants’ peaks, suiting people who favour easy, long-season interest, particularly busy families. |
| Patio seating area accent |
A single specimen in a large pot near garden chairs combines perfume and colour at nose level, turning everyday tea or supper outdoors into a small occasion with little extra work, ideal for relaxed urbanites. |
| Formal row or low hedge |
The proportional, upright framework and consistent flower form allow neat, rhythmic planting at regular intervals, creating a structured edge along paths or drives with straightforward pruning, attractive to order-loving planners. |
| Long-term own-root investment planting |
Once established, the own-root system offers long lifespan, reliable regrowth after winter and stable ornamental value, rewarding basic care over years rather than intensive attention, reassuring cautious beginners. |
Styling ideas
- Seaside Veranda Calm – position SIMONE VEIL in a 50 litre clay pot with grey pebbles as mulch, pairing with blue Festuca in nearby containers – for relaxed coastal-style lovers.
- Ruby Tea Corner – flank a small bistro set with two plants in large square planters, underplanting with trailing thyme to soften edges – for homeowners who enjoy evening tea outdoors.
- Elegant Cut-Flower Row – plant a short row along a sunny fence and edge with low lavender for fragrance layering and easy picking – for hobby florists and creative gardeners.
- Shingle Border Accent – set SIMONE VEIL in a pocket of improved soil within a shingle bed, backed by sea kale or compact ornamental grasses – for coastal gardeners wanting structure.
- Front-Garden Welcome – place one specimen either side of a path, with white flowering perennials for contrast, to frame the approach to the door – for families seeking simple kerb appeal.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as ORAcolhac, marketed as Simone Veil Parfums de Lyon® ORAcolhac; hybrid tea exhibition type suited to both garden planting and cutting. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Pierre Orard (Roseraies Orard, France) and introduced in 2015; own-root plants supplied from verified stock to ensure cultivar authenticity and consistent garden performance. |
| Awards and recognition |
Winner of the Prix du Public at the International New Roses Competition in Barcelona in 2015, reflecting strong public appreciation for flower quality and overall garden effect. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright habit, 80–110 cm high and 45–60 cm wide, with dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickles; forms a balanced, medium-sized bush suitable for beds and containers. |
| Flower morphology |
Very double, high-centred hybrid tea blooms with over 40 petals, produced mainly in clusters on sturdy stems; large flower size in the 2.75–3.95 inch range with classic cut-rose form. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Deep, uniform ruby red (RHS 46A–46B) with velvety effect; colour fades only slightly towards crimson with a darker edge as blooms age, maintaining an attractive, rich appearance on the plant. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, noticeable perfume combining spicy and tea-like notes; ideal for seating areas and cutting for the house where its scent can be appreciated at close quarters throughout the flowering season. |
| Hip characteristics |
Occasional small ovoid red hips, around 12–16 mm in diameter, may form if flowers are not deadheaded; hips are mainly ornamental and generally sparse on regularly pruned plants. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA zone 6b) with moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; benefits from regular watering and basic preventive care in humid seasons. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil; plant 35–40 cm apart in beds or a minimum 40–50 litre container, watering consistently and deadheading to support strong repeat flowering. |
SIMONE VEIL – red hybrid tea rose - Orard offers repeat ruby-red blooms, strong fragrance and steady, own-root longevity in compact spaces; a confident choice if you would like reliable elegance with manageable care.
