Toulouse Lautrec® – an expressive garden rose inspired by an iconic artist

Toulouse Lautrec® is a strong, characterful garden rose that owes its name to Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, the famous French painter and illustrator from late 19th-century Paris. He was known for his intense use of colour, his love for city life, and his ability to capture emotion and movement. These very qualities are reflected in this special rose.

The flowers of Toulouse Lautrec® show various shades of yellow, richly filled and full of expression. They open in layers, giving each flower depth and dynamism — just like a painting full of brushstrokes. The light, fresh rose scent adds extra elegance to the flower without softening its strong appearance.

This rose blooms abundantly and repeatedly throughout the season and grows into a strong, healthy shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Toulouse Lautrec® stands out beautifully as a solitary plant but is also a strong player in borders where contrast and colour are desired.

Who was Toulouse-Lautrec?

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864–1901) was a French post-impressionist artist, famous for his posters, paintings, and drawings of Parisian nightlife. His work was known for intense use of colour, boldness, and character — qualities that perfectly suit this rose. Like the artist, Toulouse Lautrec® is outspoken, headstrong, and unforgettable.

Characteristics

• Colour: Yellow

• Flower shape: richly filled, classic but expressive

• Scent: light and fresh

• Blooming: repeat flowering

• Growth: sturdy, upright shrub

• Use: solitary, border, mixed planting

Toulouse Lautrec® is not a rose for those who want to remain unnoticed. It is a rose with boldness, personality, and a story — a true eye-catcher for garden lovers who cherish colour, art, and character.