German hybrid tea rose bred by W. Kordes & Sons
Black Madonna (Schwarze Madonna)
Black Madonna (Schwarze Madonna)
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Bare-root roses are lifted only after they enter dormancy and the shoots have fully matured and hardened. Lifting them too early can stress the plants and leave young growth insufficiently mature.
We do not force the season simply to ship earlier. We wait for the right point in the plant’s natural cycle, so you receive a strong, well-matured rose ready for planting and the season ahead.
What about colder regions and winter frost?
Waiting until the shoots have fully matured helps the plants enter winter better prepared for low temperatures.
Famous Roses provides a 180-day establishment guarantee for bare-root roses.
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Black Madonna, also known as Schwarze Madonna, is a hybrid tea rose with velvety dark red flowers, elegant form and repeat flowering throughout the season. Created by W. Kordes & Sons in 1992, it is admired for its dramatic colouring, refined blooms and the unique atmosphere it brings to the garden.
Choose it if you are drawn to dark roses with character, sophistication and a touch of mystery that sets them apart from everything growing nearby.
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Full description:
Some roses seem content to be part of the garden. Black Madonna prefers to be the main character. From the moment its first flowers appear, it creates an atmosphere all its own, bringing depth, elegance and a subtle sense of intrigue to every planting scheme.
The blooms unfold in rich, velvety shades of very dark red, their colour deepening and changing with the light throughout the day. Each flower carries the quiet confidence of a rose that does not need bright colours to attract attention. Its beauty lies in its richness, restraint and unmistakable presence.
There is something theatrical about Black Madonna. The flowers seem to appear on cue, performing one elegant act after another as the season progresses. Gardeners who appreciate dark roses, classic films, dramatic gardens or the atmosphere of old novels often find themselves particularly drawn to this remarkable variety.
Flowering repeatedly throughout the season, Black Madonna develops into a balanced shrub whose dark blooms stand out beautifully against surrounding foliage and lighter-coloured companion plants. Its flowers, composed of approximately 26 to 40 petals, are equally attractive in the garden and in floral arrangements.
At Famous Roses, we consider Black Madonna one of those rare varieties that offers more than colour alone. It brings personality. Wherever it is planted, it leaves the impression that something truly distinctive has taken root there.
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Characteristics:
Type: hybrid tea rose
Creator: W. Kordes & Sons
Year introduced: 1992
Colour: velvety dark red
Flower: elegant double blooms
Petal count: approximately 26–40 petals
Fragrance: light fragrance
Flowering: repeat flowering throughout the season
Height at maturity: approximately 80–100 cm
Width at maturity: approximately 60–80 cm
Growth: upright, balanced habit
Use: borders, feature planting, rose gardens, cut flowers and floral arrangements
Cut flower performance: approximately 5 days in a vase
Delivery format: potted rose or bare-root rose, depending on season and availability
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Frequently asked questions:
Is Black Madonna one of the darkest red roses?
Yes. Its flowers are known for their exceptionally deep, velvety dark red colour, which gives the rose its dramatic appearance.
Does Black Madonna repeat flower?
Yes. Black Madonna flowers repeatedly throughout the season, producing several flushes of blooms.
Is Black Madonna suitable for cut flowers?
Yes. Its elegant blooms can be enjoyed in vases and floral arrangements, where they typically last around 5 days.
What does the rose look like on delivery?
The appearance of the rose depends on the season and the natural stage of growth. For clear explanations, see What roses look like on delivery →
What should I do after planting?
Water deeply after planting and keep the soil lightly moist during the first weeks. For step-by-step guidance, see the planting guide →
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