SEYFERT – pink hybrid tea rose - Evers
Along a breezy Cornish veranda or a sheltered Devon patio, SEYFERT brings a sense of coastal refreshment with its tall, upright habit and luminous pink blooms, naturally coping when borders face strong winds and brisk, salt-laced sea air. Its strong, fruity fragrance drifts around seating areas, while the repeat-flowering blooms keep colour in the garden from early summer well into autumn. Own-root vitality means this rose establishes steadily and ages gracefully, with the first year quietly building roots, the second year pushing confident shoots, and the third revealing its full ornamental character.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Coastal, wind-exposed border by a seating area |
The tall, upright, bushy habit creates a gentle pink screen that breaks gusts without feeling heavy, while the own-root base anchors the plant securely even where the soil is light and breezy, ideal for a relaxed cup of tea outdoors for the coastal gardener. |
| Feature rose on a small family lawn edge |
Its XL, exhibition-style flowers on solitary stems stand out clearly from the lawn, yet the shrub footprint remains moderate, so you gain a striking focal point without sacrificing play space or access, suiting the family homeowner. |
| Large container on a sunny or lightly sheltered veranda |
Planted in a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, the upright shape and glossy foliage give height and structure, while repeat flowering ensures a long season of colour right at eye level for the veranda host. |
| Cutting corner for home-arranged bouquets |
Long, straight stems and solitary, cup-shaped blooms in clear pastel pink translate beautifully into vases, bringing refined garden style indoors again and again for the home flower-lover. |
| Scented path or shingle walkway |
The strong, long-lasting fruity scent carries along paths, so a short row of plants can perfume your route to the front door or garden bench, adding a daily ritual of fragrance for the scent appreciator. |
| Mixed border with perennials in heavy, moisture-retentive soil |
Own-root resilience and an upright, bushy form make it a stable partner for perennials and ornamental grasses, provided drainage is improved on heavier clays where winter wet can linger, reassuring the practical planter. |
| Refined “girly” pink-and-silver coastal theme |
Its pastel pink, silk-sheened petals blend elegantly with silver foliage and pale blues, creating a soft, feminine palette that still feels fresh and seaside-ready for the romantic stylist. |
| Long-term backbone rose in a compact garden scheme |
Medium disease resistance and the stable own-root framework make this a sound long-term choice, maturing into a well-shaped shrub that continues to flower reliably year after year for the time-conscious beginner. |
Styling ideas
- ShingleVeranda – Set SEYFERT in a large pot on pale shingle with low Festuca around the base to echo coastal textures – ideal for coastal-style balcony owners.
- PinkPromenade – Line a short path with spaced plants and underplant with Calamintha grandiflora ‘Elfin Purple’ to soften the edges – perfect for fragrance-focused walkers.
- ShellGarden – Combine SEYFERT with sea kale and pale grasses for a seashell-inspired palette of pinks, creams and silvers – suited to seaside cottage gardeners.
- TeaCorner – Place one specimen near a bistro set, with lavender in front to mix perfume and create a calm tea-spot screen – great for busy veranda relaxers.
- PastelBorder – Weave SEYFERT through Liatris spicata ‘Alba’ and compact Euonymus for a neat, long-lived pastel spine – attractive to structure-loving planners.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid Tea rose; registered as TANanilov, marketed as Seyfert Hybrid tea rose TANanilov; ARS exhibition name Violina; name evokes the Italian “little violin”. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Hans Jürgen Evers (Rosen Tantau KG, Germany) from RT 82-310 × RT 85-07; bred 1990, registered 1997, introduced 1998 in Germany by Rosen Tantau. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright, bushy shrub reaching about 140–180 cm high and 95–125 cm wide, with dense, dark glossy foliage and relatively sparse thorns, forming a tall, elegant garden presence. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, double, cup-shaped solitary blooms with 26–39 petals; extra-large flower size on strong stems, repeating well with a generous second flush through the main season. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Pastel to light pink, edges slightly deeper; ARS pink blend, RHS 65C outer and 62B inner; opens mid-pink, then lightens to pastel with subtle silvery flashes as blooms mature. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Sweet, fruity scent of strong intensity; fragrance is persistent on the plant and in the vase, making it suitable for scented garden spots and home-cut arrangements. |
| Hip characteristics |
Forms small, spherical orange-red hips, about 8–12 mm in diameter; hips are produced sparsely and do not dominate the plant’s overall ornamental effect late in the season. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Medium resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy approximately to −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b) with standard good-practice care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny, well-drained soil; plant 55–65 cm apart or 100 cm as a specimen; medium maintenance, with occasional pest and disease checks and timely deadheading advised. |
SEYFERT Hybrid tea rose TANanilov offers tall, elegant pink blooms, a strong fruity scent and repeat flowering on a resilient own-root framework, making it a thoughtful choice for long-term enjoyment in your garden.
