Petals with a white base and a vivid red edging. The two tones provide a sharp contrast. - climber, climbing rose - scentless rose - no noticeable fragrance
– Striking red-white bicolour blooms for impact
– Vigorous climber for arches, walls and pergolas
– Abundant, very full flowers in large clusters
– Reliable repeat flowering for a long season
– Hardy to severe winter cold down to –32 °C Gné speisialta: Duilleoga dorcha lonracha a chuireann leis an gcodarsnacht ildaite.
If You are looking for a showpiece climber that You simply plant and enjoy, Antike 89™ is a wonderfully reliable choice for Irish family gardens. Its large, cup-shaped blooms combine creamy-white petals with a vivid red edging, creating a richly decorative display that stands out against glossy dark-green foliage. As a strongly repeat-flowering climber, it brings colour back several times through the season, especially when given a sunny wall, fence or arch. The medium maintenance level mainly means occasional deadheading and simple seasonal pruning, while its hardy constitution copes well with cool, damp conditions and the kind of humidity that often encourages fungal problems elsewhere. Own-root plants like this settle in gradually, building a deep root system in year one, strong new shoots in year two and full, impressive coverage by year three. With time, Antike 89™ forms a dense, upright structure that can screen views and frame entrances, yet it still fits comfortably into smaller gardens. In addition, its long-lasting, bi-coloured flowers hold their shape and colouring well, so even changeable Atlantic summers will reward You with weeks of romantic, old-fashioned clusters of bloom.
Closed buds of Antike 89™ with dark-red tips and pale white bases.
Cup-shaped, very full blooms of Antike 89™ climbing rose.
Dense, glossy foliage of Antike 89™ climbing rose
Antike 89™ climbing rose with dense, glossy dark green foliage.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden arch or pergola
Strong, upright climbing growth to 2,25–3,75 m creates a welcoming archway or pergola veil, while the large bi-coloured flowers give an instant focal point for cottage-style entrances, ideal for beginners
Wall or house façade greening
Dense foliage and generous repeat flowering provide long-season colour against sunny walls, and its own-root habit supports a long-lived, stable wall planting that matures gracefully for homeowners
Fence line and boundary screening
Height and width allow effective soft screening of boundaries, with glossy leaves and red-white blooms offering privacy without feeling heavy, suiting busy families who want beauty with minimal effort for families
Small group planting on a large trellis
Planted in groups of 2–3 at the recommended spacing, plants knit together into a coherent curtain of colour and foliage, giving a designed look without complex planning for urbanites
Cut-flower corner in a family garden
Large, very full blooms on long climbing stems make striking cut flowers, so one plant can supply the house with classic red-and-white roses through summer, appealing to those who like simple home arranging for stylists
Country cottage garden pergola
The old-fashioned look of the very full, cup-shaped blooms suits rural cottage settings, and its strong remontant habit keeps the structure in flower for months for cottage
Coastal or exposed suburban site
Robust canes and good overall hardiness cope well where wind and damp air meet, helping it adapt to the kind of wet, breezy conditions typical of Atlantic-influenced gardens for coastal
Large container by a sunny doorway (40–50 litres minimum)
When given a roomy 40–50 litre pot and support, this own-root climber adapts well, gradually building a permanent vertical accent with repeat flowers and manageable care needs for balconies
Decorating ideas
Cottage Archway – Train Antike 89™ over a metal or timber arch, underplant with blue fescue and garden phlox for a soft, country feel – ideal for cottage-garden lovers
Elegant Entrance – Clothe a south-facing porch pillar with Antike 89™, adding pots of white hydrangea below for a smart red-and-white scheme – perfect for neat front gardens
Romantic Fence Run – Let the climber cover a long fence, interplanting with lavender and rosemary to add scent and structure – great for low-maintenance family borders
Feature Trellis – Use a tall trellis panel as a backdrop to a seating area, pairing the rose with blue fescue and dwarf barberry for contrast – suited to compact urban patios
Classic Cut-Flower Corner – Grow Antike 89™ on an obelisk in a mixed bed, combining it with soft pink phlox and airy grasses – for gardeners who enjoy gathering bouquets
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Climbing rose cultivar Antike 89™, registered as KORdalen, large-flowered climber group; commercial type climber; ARS exhibition name Antike 89, verified premium bronze selection.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes & Sons, Germany, from (‘Grand Hotel’ × ‘Sympathie’) × (unnamed seedling × ‘Arthur Bell’); bred 1987, registered 1988, first introduced commercially in 1989.
Growth and structure
Vigorous climber reaching about 2,25–3,75 m high and 70–130 cm wide, with dense, glossy dark-green foliage and well-branched, thorny canes suitable for arches, pergolas and tall supports.
Flower morphology
Very full, cup-shaped, cluster-flowered blooms, typically 40+ petals; large flower size around 7–10 cm, carried in clusters on climbing stems, providing a richly traditional, exhibition-quality appearance.
Colour and phenology
Bi-coloured flowers with a creamy-white base and vivid red edging; colour holds well, with only moderate fading in strong sun, and plants are strongly remontant with a generous second flush of bloom.
Fragrance and aroma
Classed as a scentless rose with no noticeable fragrance; grown primarily for its visual effect, striking colour contrast and flower form rather than for perfume or aromatic garden uses.
Rose hip characteristics
Hip set is generally sparse due to very double flowers; occasional ellipsoidal orange-red hips about 12–18 mm in diameter may form, adding a light decorative interest in late season.
Resistance and hardiness
Rated hardy to about -32 to -29 °C (USDA 4b, RHS H7), with moderate disease resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; appreciates regular care in wetter seasons to maintain health.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with good drainage; medium maintenance with occasional plant protection, deadheading and training; spacing from 90–180 cm depending on use; suitable for arches, walls, fences and pillars.
Antike 89™ Climbing rose KORdalen offers showy repeat flowering, strong vertical structure and dependable, long-lived performance from an own-root plant, making it a reassuring choice if You would like a standout climber without fuss.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ANTIKE 89™ – red-white climbing rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Rose Hip Notes:
Formation of rose hips is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally forming 12–18 mm in diameter, orange‑red, ellipsoid hips.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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