VALENTINA™ – red-yellow hybrid tea rose - Tanjga
Colour is the star with this hybrid tea, its marbled red‑and‑yellow blooms bringing lively impact to front gardens and mixed borders while coping well with typical British weather, including spells of wind and rain near exposed, breezy sites; its medium upright growth fits easily into small beds, yet a single plant also works as a refined specimen close to a path or entrance, where the repeat flowering can be appreciated from late spring onwards; as an own‑root rose it builds a stable, long‑lived framework that regenerates reliably after pruning, giving you dependable structure with only moderate care, and over the first three years you will see roots establish, shoots strengthen and then full ornament settle into your garden picture.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
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| Front garden focal point |
The striking marbled red and yellow flowers give instant kerbside presence in even a modest space, allowing one plant to read clearly from the pavement without overpowering the frontage; ideal for those who want eye-catching colour with straightforward care for the busy homeowner. |
| Small mixed border |
The upright, medium-sized shrub fits neatly between perennials and low evergreens, providing reliable vertical shape and repeat blooms that thread colour through the season without constant attention for the relaxed gardener. |
| Specimen near seating or paths |
Remontant flowering means you can enjoy fresh, well-formed hybrid tea blooms several times through the season at close quarters, rewarding simple pruning and feeding with a long display for the keen observer. |
| Classic cottage-style group |
Plant in a loose group of three to five for a cottage feel: the distinctive bicolour flowers repeat through summer while the own-root habit gradually forms a balanced, durable stand for the cottage-garden enthusiast. |
| Cutting patch in a family garden |
Solitary, medium-sized flowers on upright stems lend themselves to informal cutting, giving you characterful, striped stems for small vases without needing a dedicated cutting garden for the home flower arranger. |
| Long-term structural planting |
As an own-root plant it matures into its position, building a resilient framework that responds well to periodic rejuvenation pruning, so beds keep their shape and colour year after year for the future-focused gardener. |
| Border with challenging exposure |
The medium, not over-tall habit and moderately dense foliage help it stand up to breezier, rain-prone sites where more lax roses can sprawl, making it a reassuring choice where wind and wet weather are regular visitors for the coastal or open-site owner. |
| Feature with seasonal hips |
If spent blooms are left after late summer, the plant produces small orange-red hips that extend interest into autumn, adding texture and colour when flowers are fewer and borders start to quieten for the seasonal interest seeker. |
Styling ideas
- Doorway welcome – Place a single VALENTINA™ by the front path, underplanted with low catmint to soften the base and draw the eye to the bicolour blooms – perfect for house-proud owners who want simple, inviting impact.
- Cottage trio – Plant a group of three in a small bed with airy hare’s-ear and traditional perennials, letting the striped flowers repeat through summer – ideal for lovers of relaxed, cottage-style borders.
- Contemporary accent – Combine VALENTINA™ with compact New Zealand flax in a clean-lined bed, using its upright form and vivid colour as a sharp contrast – suited to urban gardeners after low-fuss structure and drama.
- Family cutting corner – Dedicate a sunny spot where a few plants provide stems for the vase, interplanted with herbs so tending and picking becomes a shared activity – great for families wanting a simple, productive feature.
- Seasonal rhythm – Mix VALENTINA™ with long-flowering perennials and ornamental grasses so roses, companions and autumn hips create a flowing year-round scene – for gardeners who value evolving but undemanding borders.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
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| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose from the Freska® collection; registered as BOZvalfre, marketed as Valentina™ Freska® BOZvalfre, a medium hybrid tea shrub suited to both garden and cutting use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Biljana Božanić Tanjga at PhenoGeno Roses, Serbia; introduced commercially in 2017 with own-root production supporting reliable establishment in typical UK family gardens. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright, medium-height shrub 65–95 cm tall and 50–70 cm wide, with moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickliness, forming a tidy, manageable outline in beds. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi-double, cup-shaped blooms with 17–25 petals, borne mainly solitary on stems; medium flower size around 1.5–2.75 inches, remontant with an abundant second flush in suitable conditions. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Dark velvety red base overlaid with lemon-yellow and creamy-white striping, buds deep carmine-red with yellow strokes; colour lightens to raspberry-pink and cream as flowers open and age. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Very weak fragrance with a light rosy character only barely perceptible at close range; grown primarily for its unusual marbled colour effect and flower form rather than scent intensity. |
| Hip characteristics |
If deadheading is omitted late in the season it sets small ellipsoid orange-red hips, 8–12 mm in diameter, providing additional autumn interest without overwhelming the plant. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); black spot resistant with moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust, requiring occasional protective care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with well-drained soil; space 50–90 cm depending on use, 2.8–3.2 plants/m² for mass planting; suitable for borders, specimens and cutting where moderate maintenance is acceptable. |
VALENTINA™ offers distinctive marbled blooms, reliable repeat flowering and a steady own-root framework that rewards modest care over many years, making it a thoughtful choice if you are planning a long-lived, characterful rose feature.
