Ingrid Bergman

Where to plant. For cutting on long stems (one of the best red cutting roses); as a star accent in a bed; in the 'WFRS HoF collection'; in northern and cold regions of Ukraine thanks to USDA 4b; by a bench for its moderate scent.

Climate. All of Ukraine without problems (USDA 4b, down to −30 °C); tolerates summer heat well (resistant to heat and rain).

Care. Full sun; moderate disease prevention; feed 2–3 times a season; prune about one third in spring; deadheading speeds up the second flush.

Name. 'Ingrid Bergman', after Ingrid Bergman (1915–1982), the Swedish-American actress who won three Oscars: for Gaslight (1944), Anastasia (1956) and Murder on the Orient Express (1974). Famous for her role in Casablanca (1942). The name was approved with the agreement of the actress's family 2-3 years after her death.

Breeding. Bred by L. Pernille Olesen and Mogens N. Olesen at Poulsen Roser (Denmark). Code POUlman. Bred 1984, introduced 1985. Parentage is not publicly disclosed (Poulsen traditionally does not reveal it). Poulsen Roser is the best-known Danish breeding house, founded in 1878, specialising in hardy varieties for cold Scandinavian climates.

Significance. WFRS HALL OF FAME 2000, chosen at the 12th World Rose Convention in Houston. A Swedish-Danish 'triangle': a Swedish actress, a rose bred by Danes, internationally honoured. USDA 4b, record winter hardiness for a red HT: all of Ukraine without protection. Most red HTs only overwinter in zones 6b and above; Ingrid Bergman is a rare exception. It does NOT fade in the sun, a rare quality for red HTs. Tolerant of heat and rain, suitable for any climate. Long, sturdy stems make it one of the best cutting red HTs. Cultural dedication: ideal for 'Hollywood' or cinema corners of the garden, together with William Shakespeare 2000 (Shakespeare) and Sherlock Holmes (Doyle).