Red Parfum, close-up of the flower
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Climber (rambler)André Eve, 1972Red

Red Parfum

Fragrant climbing rambler; raspberry-garnet flowers; 300–400 cm; very remontant.

Everepar · not to be confused with 'Red Parfum de Provence' (a different variety)

Variety profile

Flowering

Very remontant, with a pronounced second flush of bloom.

Winter hardiness

−20 °C

USDA zone 6b–9b. ≈ −20 °C; Ukraine: needs protection. ≈ −20 °C · Ukraine: winter protection.

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Plant size

300–400 cm
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Habit
A climbing rambler; sprawling and tall when given support.
Dimensions
Height 300–400 cm.
Support
Needs support — pergolas, fences, arches.
Shoots
300–400 cm (according to the breeder's official website — up to 350 cm).
Branching
Stiff, sturdy canes.

Flower

≈ 9 cm

Semi-double to double; sources give the number of petals differently — from 9–16 to 26–39. petals.

Bud shape
Elongated, classic for climbing roses; opens gradually.
Open flower
Cup-shaped, semi-open, borne in small sprays along the canes.
Fullness
Semi-double to double; sources give the number of petals differently — from 9–16 to 26–39.
Flower carriage
In small sprays; individual flowers are about 9 cm across.

Fragrance

Strong; damask and old rose, raspberry

Strong, with notes of damask rose, old rose and raspberry.

Sun

Sun / partial shade

In partial shade the colour is deeper and richer.

Thorns

Moderate
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No data on the number of thorns — the rating is set at the midpoint by convention.

Foliage

No data.

All characteristics in a table
Group
Climber (rambler)
Breeder
André Eve, France, 1972
Bud shape
Elongated, classic for climbing roses; opens gradually.
Open flower
Cup-shaped, semi-open, borne in small sprays along the canes.
Colour
Raspberry-red, velvety garnet ('rouge grenat velouté'); in bright sun it fades slightly and lightens, in partial shade it stays rich.
Fullness
Semi-double to double; sources give the number of petals differently — from 9–16 to 26–39.
Flower carriage
In small sprays; individual flowers are about 9 cm across.
Flowering
Very remontant, with a pronounced second flush of bloom.
Fragrance
Strong, with notes of damask rose, old rose and raspberry.
Hips
No data.
Habit
A climbing rambler; sprawling and tall when given support.
Branching
Stiff, sturdy canes.
Shoots
300–400 cm (according to the breeder's official website — up to 350 cm).
Thorns
No data on the number of thorns — the rating is set at the midpoint by convention.
Dimensions
Height 300–400 cm.
Support
Needs support — pergolas, fences, arches.
Foliage
No data.
Resistance
Good/moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust.
Variations of the variety
Code Everepar (in HelpMeFind — EVErepra); parents Étendard × Souvenir de Claudius Denoyel (per HMF; the breeder's official website does not give the parents); do not confuse with the separate variety 'Red Parfum de Provence'.

Colour scheme

Raspberry-red, velvety garnet ('rouge grenat velouté'); in bright sun it fades slightly and lightens, in partial shade it stays rich.

Rose neighbours

Perennials to plant nearby

Neighbouring roses

Together with Red Parfum, they form one colour family — from dark red to cherry and deep red, with no sharp contrasts.

Perennial companions

Blue, lilac and silver neighbours bring out the red:

lavendercatmint (Nepeta)lamb's ear (Stachys)gypsophila

Variety features

Key traits that set Red Parfum apart among climbing roses:

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More about the variety

Hips
No data.
Variations of the variety
Code Everepar (in HelpMeFind — EVErepra); parents Étendard × Souvenir de Claudius Denoyel (per HMF; the breeder's official website does not give the parents); do not confuse with the separate variety 'Red Parfum de Provence'.

How to grow

Where to plant. By a pergola, arch, fence or wall — Red Parfum needs support to show its rambling habit at full height.

Climate. USDA zone 6b–9b (to −20…−21 °C); in Ukraine it is worth protecting for winter, especially in the northern and eastern regions.

Care. Moderate disease resistance — preventive treatment against powdery mildew, black spot and rust is advisable; full sun or partial shade; the flowers are richer in colour in partial shade.

About the name

Name. 'Red Parfum' means 'Red Perfume' — the name immediately highlights the variety's main trait, its strong, distinctive scent.

Breeding. Bred by the French breeder André Eve in 1972; registration code Everepar (in the HelpMeFind database — EVErepra).

Significance. A fragrant climbing rambler created for vertical gardening — arches, pergolas, fences. Do not confuse it with 'Red Parfum de Provence' — that is a different, separate variety.

Frequently asked questions about Red Parfum

Does Red Parfum need winter protection?

The cultivar’s reference temperature is −20 °C (USDA zone 6b–9b). Overwintering depends on the conditions. ≈ −20 °C; Ukraine: needs protection.

How many times a season does Red Parfum flower?

Very remontant, with a pronounced second flush of bloom.

How big does Red Parfum grow?

300–400 cm tall.

How much sun does Red Parfum need?

Sun / partial shade; in partial shade the colour is deeper and richer.

What does Red Parfum smell like?

Strong, with notes of damask rose, old rose and raspberry.

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My climate

Choose a reference temperature to compare with the cultivar’s data. This is not an overwintering forecast or advice on winter protection; consider wind, moisture and the duration of frost.

Regional data are generalised. USDA describes average annual extreme minima, not a forecast; the values in the list are rounded. Check the conditions at your site. More information: Roses in Ukraine's climate.