This immensely popular and elegant cream coloured rose won Rose of The Year in 2006. Apart from its attractiveness, Champagne Moment benefits from impressive versatility, disease resistance and long flowering period. This is a bona fide classic rose variety. You can purchase Champagne Moment here.
Watch our video to see how this wonderful variety looks in the garden.
Description
| Colour: | Initially soft pale apricot fading to creamy champagne as the flower ages. |
| Maximum Height/Width: | 150/100 cm in 2 to 5 years |
| Foliage: | Bushy with glossy, dark green leaves |
| Habit: | Floribunda bush rose – vigorous growth. |
| Petal and Form: | 26 to 40 petals, medium-sized cup-shaped blooms. |
| Blooming Period: | Repeat blooming from late spring to frost. |
| Fragrance Profile: | Light fragrance |
Photos
Taken here at English Roses, we have a selection of photographs showing this wonderful rose variety.
Fragrance Profile
A very light and delicate sweet floral fragrance.
Strength – Light
Primary Scent – Sweet
Nuance – Floral
Nomenclature and Classification
| Botanical Name: | Rosa ‘Champagne Moment’ |
| Also Known As: | Rosa KORvanaber, Rosa Lion’s Fairytale (USA) |
| Breeder Code: | KORvanaber |
| Group / Class: | Floribunda |
| Breeder: | Kordes |
| Parentage: | Unknown |
| Introduced by: | Palatine Roses in the UK in 2006 |
| Origin: | Germany |
| Distribution: | Widely available. English Roses supply rose gifts including Champagne Moment. |
| Awards: | Rose of The Year 2006, Gold Standard Award in 2006, RHS Award of Garden Merit 2012 |
History and Development
W. Kordes’ Sons have been cultivating roses in the state of Schleswig-Holstein for over a century. Breeding of what would come to be known as Champagne Moment Rose in the UK began in 1999 led by Thomas Proll. In 2002 it was awarded ADR status – a rigorous German trial conducted over several years focussing on disease resistance, hardiness, habit and attractiveness. Champagne Moment remains a bestseller popular with gardeners for its versatility, looks and disease resistance.
More Facts
If you are in London and can visit the delightful Queen Mary’s Rose Garden in Regent’s Park you will find Champagne Moment Rose in bed no. 65!
Requirements and Maintenance
Soil
In keeping with its versatile nature it flourishes in most soils and is tolerant of acid, neutral or alkaline soils. Apply mulch and fertiliser in late winter or early spring. Apply fertiliser again in early summer.
Toxicity
None reported
Hardiness
RHS rating of H6 indicating a minimum temperature range of -15C to -20C.
Diseases and Pests
Good disease resistance. Be vigilant for the most common diseases such as powdery mildew and black spot. Signs of insects such as aphids and mites should also be monitored.
Treat mildew by pruning affected leaves.
Treat aphids by growing plants that attract insects that prey on aphids. See companion plants below.
Treat blackspot by pruning affected leaves, destroying fallen leaves.
We do not recommend using chemical fungicides as they risk reducing soil health and negatively affecting biodiversity.
See our help guides for more details.
Position
Sheltered in full sun. South west or east-facing. Ensure containers are at least 12 inches deep and 15 inches in diameter with drainage holes.
Cut Flowers
Excellent suitability for vases with large flowers and strong stems. Maintains colour and scent.
Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Water at the base of the plant to prevent fungal diseases.
Feeding
Slow-release feed early in the season followed by a liquid feed during the growing period. You can also use our exclusive Protect & Grow Rose Foliar Feed Kit for disease protection and faster growth.
Pruning
Hard prune in February or March. Regular deadheading during the season promotes new growth.
Propagation
By hardwood cuttings in Autumn or chip budding in summer.
Companion Planting
The first step is to choose plants that share similar requirements in terms of soil, fertilizer, water and sun exposure. Be mindful of prolific plants that may compete with your roses.
You may wish to avoid plants that attract aphids such as cosmos, nasturtiums and sunflowers although they can also act as a lure to draw pests away from your roses.
Consider plants that attract insects that feed on aphids. Lacewings, ladybirds and hoverflies are predatory insects that eat pests. The Seedball Beetle mix is perfect for attracting ladybirds to your roses.
Planting the likes of catmint and marigolds you encourage a natural ecosystem beneficial to your roses. Catmint is also a good pollinator and provides attractive ground cover. A lower growing marigold such as French or Signet performs a similar task and delivers a colourful carpet around your roses.
Plants such as alliums, lavender and geraniums possess strong scents that repel pests. Lavender in particular will compliment Champagne Moment aesthetically and will enjoy a full sun position.
Use a colour wheel to determine complimentary colours. Champagne Moment roses will look exceptional when contrasted with cool blues, violet and blue violet. There are, however, no rules and choosing a dramatic clash of colours can also work.
Consider plants that will offer colour into the autumn such as salvias and viburnum.
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Reviews
Horticultural Reviews
Featured in The Telegraph (29th Oct 2022) as one of the 20 best roses to plant for glorious summer blooms for cutting!
‘This is a very attractive rose, my favourite thing about ‘Champagne Moment’ is this rose’s open flowers that provide accessible pollen for bees and other pollinating insects. I’ve enjoyed watching the bees as they tend to my plant’s flowers.’ pumpkinbeth.com
Customer Reviews
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Champagne Moment Rose
A multi-award winning rose, Champagne Moment Rose would be a stunning addition to any garden. The beautiful blush apricot blooms have a light and pleasant fragrance. An ideal gift that would bring joy for years to come, this versatile rose is also a favourite in cut displays. Toast to any special occasion with Champagne Moment Rose!
Resources
The Rose Society MEET THE BREEDERS – THOMAS PROLL ZOOM EVENT – 6th March – The Rose Society UK
The Royal Horticultural Society www.rhs.org.uk
Wikipedia ADR rose – Wikipedia
