Mr. Lincoln' is a desirable hybrid tea rose because of its deep, dark red blooms and lovely fragrance. Another dark red rose is the floribunda type, 'Europeana'. Among white roses, a hybrid tea is 'Honor' and floribunda, 'Iceberg'. There are many varieties and colors to choose from if you want something besides red or white. Garden centers have great selections.
Fragrance is another important feature of a romantic garden.
The scent of plants can invites strolling. Heliotrope bears brilliant, almost violet blue flowers and a romantic, vanilla scent. Dianthus 'Magic Charms' wafts spicy-sweet. Violets signify faithfulness and Viola odorata is the violet of song and story. Irises are a natural component of the romantic garden.