Lancôme – pink hybrid tea rose – DELboip
For those who dream of a classic front garden, Lancôme offers reliably generous blooms in a vibrant fuchsia colour with the refined, high-centred flowers you expect from an exhibition hybrid tea. On a compact, upright habit, its sparsely thorned stems are ideal for cutting, giving you elegant stems for the vase from a modestly sized bed or border. Disease resistance is a key strength, supporting low-intervention care in typical British conditions where damp spells can bring fungal pressure and where good drainage helps in heavy, wetter soils. In return for regular deadheading, it rewards you with remontant blooming and an abundant second flush. Planted as an own-root shrub, the plant steadily builds a long-lived, balanced bush structure that regenerates well after pruning and supports a stable display year after year. It performs reliably in well-prepared front beds and larger containers (40–50 litres or more), where a little routine attention keeps it looking precise and composed.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Front garden focal point |
The compact, upright structure and moderate spread allow Lancôme to sit neatly by a path or entrance without overwhelming a small space, while its formal, high-centred flowers give a smart, ‘kept’ appearance that suits tidy front gardens for the style-conscious homeowner. |
| Small rose border with summer continuity |
Its remontant flowering habit and reliable second flush provide colour through the main summer months, so a short row or small border keeps looking active rather than bare; with simple deadheading and basic feeding, it offers dependable repeat blooms for relaxed but proud garden keepers. |
| Classic cottage-style mix |
The vibrant fuchsia-pink tones hold their own among perennials and cottage favourites without clashing, acting as a strong colour anchor; pairing it with softer pastels or airy companions creates a traditional yet bright composition that appeals to those curating romantic, lived-in spaces. |
| Cutting patch or vase corner |
Sparsely thorned, straight stems and high-centred buds make it easy to cut and arrange, even for beginners; planting a small block allows you to harvest without leaving gaps in the border, supporting those who enjoy bringing garden flowers indoors without specialist floristry skills. |
| Feature plant in a large container |
In a 40–50 litre container or larger, its upright form fills vertical space efficiently while the moderate width stays proportionate to the pot; this lets terrace, balcony, or paved-front owners enjoy a true garden rose where ground planting is limited, suiting urban and compact-plot gardeners. |
| Low-intervention family flower bed |
Strong resistance to black spot, mildew, and rust means you can maintain an attractive, healthy plant with minimal spraying or specialist care; with sensible watering during dry spells, it fits busy households wanting colour and structure without adding a demanding extra task for young families. |
| Neat specimen by doors and windows |
The moderate height and width make it easy to keep in scale with porches, bay windows, or small lawns, giving a defined but not overpowering presence; light fragrance and clean foliage enhance everyday views for those who enjoy subtle refinement around frequently used entrances. |
| Long-term own-root rose corner |
As an own-root plant, it gradually develops its permanent framework in situ, without relying on a graft union, helping it recover well from harder pruning or weather damage; over time this supports a durable, steady display for gardeners investing in lasting rose structure rather than quick seasonal effects. |
Styling ideas
- Porch-Perfect – place Lancôme in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot flanking a front door, underplanted with low lavender for scent and definition – ideal for neat, welcoming entrances.
- Cottage-Ribbon – weave a short row through a mixed cottage border with hardy geraniums and catmint to frame a path in vibrant pink – for lovers of relaxed but coordinated planting.
- Show-Bed – create a small, rectangular bed of 3–5 plants for a smart, exhibition-style look, edging with box or low herbs – suited to gardeners who enjoy a precise, formal effect.
- Vase-Garden – dedicate a sunny strip as a cutting patch, combining Lancôme with white phlox and cosmos to supply easy, elegant bunches – perfect for those who like home-grown arrangements.
- Urban-Jewel – position a single plant in a large container on a balcony or patio, paired with airy grasses for movement and contrast – for city gardeners wanting maximum colour in minimal space.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as DELboip, marketed as Lancôme Hybrid tea rose DELboip; ARS exhibition name ‘Lancome’, from the hybrid tea commercial group for garden and cutting use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Georges Delbard in France (1973) from complex hybrid tea parentage including Dr. Albert Schweitzer and Michèle Meilland lines; introduced by Delbard/Georges Delbard SA in France in 1986. |
| Awards and recognition |
Recognised on the show bench, including the Pacific Rose Bowl Trophy at Hamilton (2008), English Box award at Milwaukee Rose Society Show (2000), and King of Show at New England Rose Society (1999). |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright hybrid tea with a height of about 80–105 cm and spread 50–70 cm; moderately dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage and sparsely thorned stems; spent blooms may persist and benefit from regular deadheading. |
| Flower morphology |
Medium-sized, double flowers with 26–39 petals, borne mainly singly on stems; high-centred, pointed buds in the classic cut-rose style; remontant, giving an abundant second flush when properly deadheaded and nourished. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Rich, vibrant fuchsia-pink (ARS DP; RHS 57A outer, 57B inner); buds deep and dark, opening to bright, saturated blooms that may soften slightly to raspberry pink in strong sun while maintaining a lively overall impression. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Mild, delicately scented rose fragrance, noticeable at close range without dominating surrounding plantings; primarily selected for flower form and colour impact rather than for intense perfume, yet contributing gentle charm near paths or seating. |
| Hip characteristics |
Hip set is generally modest because of the double flower form; when present, it forms small, ovoid, orange-red hips approximately 10–14 mm across, adding occasional autumn interest without being a major ornamental feature. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Rated resistant to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust under typical garden conditions; hardy approximately to -21 to -18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3), with routine mulching advisable in colder or exposed situations. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with well-drained soil; plant 60 cm apart in mass beds, 50 cm for low hedging, or 90 cm as a specimen; suitable for beds, borders, large containers, and cutting, with low maintenance needs beyond watering and deadheading. |
Lancôme Hybrid tea rose DELboip offers vibrant fuchsia blooms, compact upright growth and reliable repeat flowering on a durable own-root framework; a thoughtful choice if you want long-lived elegance with minimal fuss.
