On June 22, 2025, the rose 'A Rose4All' was baptized in Mertzig as part of the ‘Mäerzeg feiert 2025' festivities, celebrating the 175 years of the parish Church, the 150 years of the St. Cecile Choir, the 150 years of the Municipality of Mertzig, the 125 years of the Mertzig Fanfare and the 60 years of the Youth Firefighters. The atmosphere of the ceremonies on the eve of the National Holiday and the many citizens of the municipality present to celebrate their associations gave this baptism special attention. The godmother Carole Van Dam and the godfather Tun Lopez baptized the beautiful bouquet under the eyes of the mayor and aldermen, rose creators of Lens Roses, Rudy and Ann Velle, members of the council of Patrimoine Roses Luxembourg and members of local associations. The floribunda rose 'A Rose4All' is distinguished by its unique and changing color, a real spectacle for the eyes. Its semi-double flowers are born in a soft mix of yellow and orange, then gradually adorn themselves with pink hues as they mature. Grouped in generous clusters, they offer a fascinating nuances, in perpetual evolution, from the bud to full bloom. At the heart of each flower, bright yellow stamens irresistibly attract bees and other pollinators. The foliage, of a brilliant olive green, harmoniously completes the whole picture, while presenting a remarkable resistance to diseases, making this rose a choice both aesthetic and robust for any garden. The rose was obtained by Ann Velle-Boudolff from the company LENS ROSES, Height: 60 – 80 cm Flower diameter: 6 cm
On Thursday, May 22, 2025, a festive ceremony was held at Berg Castle, where Their Royal Highnesses the Grand Duke and the Grand Duchess baptized a new rose, meaningfully named 'Resilience', in the presence of Prime Minister Luc Frieden, representatives of the Second World War Memorial Service and members of the association Patrimoine Roses Luxembourg. This commemorative rose pays tribute to all those who fought for freedom and is introduced as part of the commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. The rose 'Resilience' stands for the ability to overcome trauma and rebuild a future, much like the efforts made by Luxembourg and Europe after 1945. Its name stands for a strong message, in an actual international context where peace and democratic values must be defended with conviction. Because France and Luxembourg shared a similar destiny during the years 1940-1945, Patrimoine Roses Luxembourg wished to entrust the creation of this commemorative rose to a French rose grower. 'Résilience' is an achievement of Jérôme Rateau, from the Roses Anciennes André Eve establishments in the Loire Valley. This rose bush, slightly perfumed, is distinguished by its bundles of 4 to 6 flowers in elegant cuts, with silky petals, slightly wavy, in a delicious composition in cream, edged in mottled pink, evolving towards a delicate light white pink. Its clearly visible stamens attract pollinating insects. With its dark, semi-glossy and disease-resistant foliage, it reaches a height of 100 to 120 cm and blooms generously from May to October. It is suitable for all gardens and parks and should bloom especially in memory sites.
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