Hybrid tea rose

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Anniversary Waltz™

Hybrid tea rose

RAW237 – Ronnie Rawlins

Creamy, soft cream‑toned petals with a delicate pink rim. - hybrid tea rose - very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose - sweet, richly fruity, classic rose fragrance

– Elegant Hybrid Tea with high‑centred blooms
– Cream flowers with a delicate pastel pink rim
– Very strong, richly fruity classic rose fragrance
– Reliable H7 hardiness for colder climates
– Moderate disease resistance under garden conditions
Special feature: Ideal for fragrant, long‑stemmed cut flowers and celebratory bouquets.
Garden-tailored decision – Secure delivery
Anniversary Waltz™
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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ANNIVERSARY WALTZ™ – cream hybrid tea rose – Rawlins

This beautifully formed hybrid tea brings celebration to everyday garden spaces with large, high‑centred blooms in a refined cream and blush‑pink palette, perfect for classic British front gardens. Its very strong, fruity fragrance is noticeable from a distance, so a single bush by a path or seating area makes an immediate sensory impact. The upright, medium‑sized habit suits small beds and tight borders where you want clear structure without overwhelming the space, and it performs reliably in typical UK winters, remaining fully hardy in cold conditions. As an own‑root plant, it establishes steadily, building a long‑lived, well‑balanced bush with excellent capacity to regenerate and maintain its shape over the years. In its first seasons it gives satisfying flowers for cutting and garden display, with the ornamental effect maturing year by year as roots strengthen. With simple deadheading and occasional health checks, it offers dependable, repeat flowering right through summer, forming a calm, ordered presence that works especially well where wind and rain demand a rose that anchors and holds its structure. Its moderate pollinator interest and neat, dark foliage complete a quietly elegant, easy‑to‑manage garden centrepiece.


Anniversary Waltz™ hybrid tea rose in closed bud stage.
Anniversary Waltz™ shows semi-double flowers with 13–25 petals and a visible centre.

Usage options

Target area Reasoning
Front garden focal point by the path The upright, medium-height habit forms a clear, tidy focal point that does not swamp a narrow front border, while the creamy blooms with a pink rim read well from the pavement. Simple deadheading keeps it smart, ideal where you want structure without complex pruning – perfect for the style-conscious beginner.
Near seating for evening enjoyment The very strong, fruity rose fragrance carries well in still evening air, so one or two plants beside a bench or patio give a luxurious scent experience with minimal effort. Regular feeding and watering are usually enough to maintain flowering for months – ideal for fragrance lovers who prefer low-effort gardening.
Small cottage-style mixed border Its classic hybrid tea flower form adds a refined note among looser perennials, echoing traditional cottage gardens while staying compact and upright. Own-root growth builds a durable framework over time, rewarding simple, regular care – a good choice for those building a long-term, characterful border.
Cutting corner for home arrangements Large, high-centred blooms on straight stems lend themselves beautifully to cutting, letting you bring the celebration feel indoors without needing a dedicated cutting garden. Planting at the recommended spacing supports stem quality and health – appealing to home florists and keen arrangers.
Specimen rose in a small lawn or gravel bed Planted alone, it reads as a neat specimen rose with dense, dark green foliage that looks good even between flushes. The own-root habit helps it adapt and re-sprout strongly if ever cut back hard, supporting a long-lived feature – suited to homeowners wanting a single, reliable showpiece.
Small group planting for cohesive colour Groups of three to five plants give a calm, unified cream-and-pink theme that is easy to coordinate with other garden colours. Simple annual pruning keeps the group balanced, and plants gradually knit together into a stable, long-term display – ideal for busy gardeners wanting maximum effect from a small area.
Border where weather exposure is an issue The sturdy, upright habit and moderate disease resistance suit typical British sites where wind and wet weather are common, especially if basic drainage and feeding are provided. Over the first three years it develops from establishing plant to full garden presence – reassuring for cautious, risk-averse gardeners.
Large container on a terrace or entrance In a 40–50 litre or larger container with good compost and drainage, it becomes a compact, scented feature by the front door or on a balcony. Occasional pest checks and deadheading are usually sufficient for a neat look in exposed, breezy spots by the house – ideal for urban and small-space rose enthusiasts.

Styling ideas

  • Classic-entrance – Flank a front door with two plants in large pots, echoing traditional British entrances with creamy blooms and strong scent – ideal for homeowners wanting formal symmetry without high maintenance.
  • Cottage-mix – Thread between soft perennials such as hardy geraniums and salvias in a narrow bed, using its upright form as a vertical accent – suited to lovers of relaxed cottage style who still want a clear focal flower.
  • Soft-pastel – Combine with white or pale blue companions like Verbena hastata ‘White Spires’ to create a cool, calm front border – a good option for those who prefer gentle, easy-to-coordinate colour schemes.
  • Cutting-bay – Dedicate a sunny corner to a small group at the recommended spacing for a steady supply of scented stems – made for garden owners who enjoy arranging home-grown flowers without running a full cutting patch.
  • Courtyard-pot – Grow in a single 40–50 litre container with underplanting of low herbs for fragrance at different levels – perfect for balcony or courtyard gardeners seeking one statement rose that earns its place.

Technical cultivar profile
Parameter Data
Name and registration Hybrid tea rose cultivar marketed as ANNIVERSARY WALTZ™, with American Rose Society exhibition name Anniversary Waltz; commercial type and group both hybrid tea rose used for garden and cutting.
Origin and breeding Bred in the United Kingdom by Ronnie Rawlins, introduced in 2016 by Style Roses; detailed parentage data are not available, but selection emphasises garden suitability and exhibition-quality blooms.
Growth and structural characteristics Upright hybrid tea habit reaching around 70–100 cm in height with a 50–75 cm spread; moderately thorny stems carry dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage for a structured, medium-sized bush.
Flower morphology High-centred, pointed-budded flowers in classic cut-rose style, semi-double with around 13–25 petals; large blooms typically borne singly on stems, with strong remontant repeat flowering through the season.
Colour data and phenology Buds deep pink, opening cream with a pastel pink edge; outer petals RHS 158C, inner 65C, then fading towards creamy white with a very pale margin as flowers age, giving a soft, pastel overall impression.
Fragrance and aroma Very strongly scented hybrid tea rose with a sweet, richly fruity, classic rose fragrance, noticeable from a distance in still air and particularly effective beside paths, entrances, and seating areas.
Hip characteristics Forms spherical orange-red hips (RHS 44A) about 10–14 mm in diameter in moderate quantities if spent blooms are left, adding a discrete autumn accent but usually reduced by routine deadheading for repeat flowering.
Resistance and winter hardiness Rated to approximately -21 to -18 °C, corresponding to RHS H7 and USDA Zone 6b; disease resistance is moderate to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust, benefiting from basic preventative care in humid seasons.
Horticultural recommendations Best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil; suits borders, specimens, and cutting. Space 50–90 cm depending on use, deadhead for remontant flowering, and monitor occasionally for pests and fungal issues.

ANNIVERSARY WALTZ™ offers beautifully scented, exhibition-style blooms on a compact, long-lived own-root bush, ideal for small borders or containers, and is well worth considering if you would like an elegant yet manageable garden rose.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: ANNIVERSARY WALTZ™ – cream hybrid tea rose - Rawlins
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:03.07.2025
Cultivar Quality Rating: premium silver
Item Number: [1009] 52-832 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name "Anniversary Waltz" alludes to the wedding anniversary waltz and denotes a variety associated with celebratory occasions.
Original Trade Name: Anniversary Waltz
Current Trade Name: Anniversary Waltz™ Hybrid tea rose Rawlins
Rose Group: Hybrid Tea
Commercial Type: hybrid tea rose
Commercial Group: Hybrid tea rose
Exhibition Category: cut flower; exhibition hybrid tea
Collection: Hybrid tea rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Style Roses (United Kingdom)
Registration Year: Data not available
Breeder: Ronnie Rawlins
Breeding Company / Institution: unknown / no data
Breeding Year: United Kingdom, 2016
Parentage: unknown

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 2.3-3.3ft (70-100 cm)
Spread: 1.6-2.5ft (50-75 cm)
Growth Habit: upright
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage; the leaves have a slightly glossy surface and a dark green hue.
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: Cultivar descriptions do not provide details; owing to its hybrid tea habit, manual removal of spent flowers is recommended.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25
Flower Fullness: semi-double
Flower Shape: high-centred, pointed-budded (cut-rose type)
Flower Size: L (2,75-3,95 in)
Inflorescence Type: solitary
Colour Code: ARS code: w RHS code: 158C (outer), 65C (inner)
Repeat Flowering: It is strongly remontant, with an abundant second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: cream
Flower Colour Description: Creamy, soft cream‑toned petals with a delicate pink rim.
Closed Bud: The bud is deep pink, becoming slightly darker towards the tip.
Newly Opened Flower: The base colour is cream white with a pastel pink edge, gradually lightening from the centre of the bud.
Full Bloom: The petals are evenly cream-coloured with a very pale pink tint at the edges.
Before Fading: The cream colour fades to almost white, and the pink outline virtually disappears.
Colour Fading Description: During opening, the cream colour fades to almost white; the pink margin gradually becomes paler and almost disappears.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose
Fragrance Character: sweet, richly fruity, classic rose fragrance
Pollinator Attraction: Semi‑double flowers with 13–25 petals, where the partially concealed stamens reduce accessibility, are moderately attractive to pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Semi-double, 13–25-petalled flowers moderately attract pollinators, therefore moderately pollinator-friendly.

Hip Characteristics

Hip Shape: spherical
Hip Colour: orange-red (RHS 44 A)
Hip Comment: Produced in moderate quantities, spherical, orange-red (RHS 44A) rose hips 10–14 mm in diameter.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: No data are available on heat–drought tolerance.
Disease Resistance: moderate
  • powdery mildew – moderate
  • black spot – moderate
  • rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Planting Distance: for mass planting 60 cm, for hedging 50 cm, as a specimen 90 cm
Planting Density: in square planting 2,8 plants/m², in hexagonal arrangement 3,2 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: Best in a sunny position
Maintenance Requirement: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest and disease control.
Primary Uses: border, cut flower, specimen

Comments

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ANNIVERSARY WALTZ™ – cream hybrid tea rose - Rawlins
Creamy, soft cream‑toned petals with a delicate pink rim. - hybrid tea rose - very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose - sweet, richly fruity, classic rose fragrance
Online rose order - cream - hybrid tea rose - Anniversary Waltz™ - (2.3-3.3ft (70-100 cm))
Inflorescence: solitary Height: 2.3-3.3ft (70-100 cm) Flower shape: high-centred, pointed-budded (cut-rose type) Winter hardiness: - cream - Style Roses (United Kingdom) hybrid tea rose - Flower size: !- Flower size: !- - Height: 2.3-3.3ft (70-100 cm) Height: 2.3-3.3ft (70-100 cm) - Flower fullness: semi-double Anniversary Waltz™ - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium silver Ronnie Rawlins

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Care guide

Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!

2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.

The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.


Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.
Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.
Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.
Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.

Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.

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