TANmarsa · Bora Bora · Rosen Tantau 1998 · copper-brown-orange Hybrid Tea rose.
Light — fruity, with a note of spice.
Glossy dark green — a contrast to the copper flowers.
Copper with orange; in cool weather more terracotta and coral, in heat honey-apricot; a mottled effect on the petals
Westerlandorange-gold
Crown Princess Margaretadeep apricot
Lady of Shalottwarm apricot
Icebergpure white · contrastNot a ready-made scheme, but directions
Ashram has an unusual copper-orange colour and draws attention on its own. A neighbouring rose is best chosen for the effect you want, rather than gathering all the suggested varieties into one composition.
A white or cream-apricot rose lightens the copper colour. Choose one of the two options depending on whether you need a clear contrast or a warmer transition.
A lower, rounded bush with light-pink sprays softens the composition and differs from the upright form of Ashram.
One lavender-lilac variety makes the copper-orange colour more striking and adds depth to the composition.
Warm textures support the copper tone, and lavender gives a cool accent; all need good drainage.
Do not place several bright orange, red or fuchsia large-flowered roses nearby: they will compete with Ashram and make the composition busy.
Where to plant. In a warm-coloured mixed border, on a feature spot, or in a cut-flower bed. Conditions: sun, air circulation and well-drained soil. In a group planting, leave 40–50 cm between neighbouring bushes. The flowers are officially described as rain-tolerant. Winter in Ukraine: Rosen Tantau explicitly recommends winter protection. In the south and in sheltered spots, protect the base carefully; in central, northern and eastern regions, cover the bush with breathable material after a sustained cold spell.
Ashram is a Hybrid Tea rose by Rosen Tantau, introduced in 1998; breeding name TANmarsa. The official synonym for France is Bora Bora. The current record describes an unusual copper-brown-orange colour and strong upright growth. Tantau does not explain the origin of the trade name, so we do not turn the word's etymology into a story about how the variety was created.
Repeat-flowering in flushes; stands out for its long stems for cutting.
80–120 cm tall.
Sun; full sun brings out the copper tone.
Light — fruity, with a note of spice.
