Petals of a uniform, intense orange-red hue with rich, radiant tones. - park rose - very faint, barely noticeable scented rose - soft, rosy character
– Upright, bushy shrub for versatile planting
– Intense orange-red blooms with rich tones
– Generous repeat flowering with strong second flush
– Excellent disease resistance, low-maintenance growth
– Good heat tolerance and very hardy in winter Gné speisialta: Rose hips dearga geala ornáideacha tar éis bláthanna.
Natural plant form – Refined flower colours
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,90 €
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Brillant Korsar ® – orange-red park rose – KORtempora
If You would like a reliable, easy-going shrub rose that simply settles in and performs, Brillant Korsar ® gives You upright, bushy growth and a curtain of glowing orange-red blooms from early summer into autumn. Its semi-double flowers with visible stamens are gently scented, softly cup-shaped and hold their vivid colour even in strong sun, while the dense, glossy foliage keeps the plant looking healthy and full. Bred by Kordes for modern disease resistance, it copes very well with humid Irish weather and typical garden conditions where good drainage helps in heavier soils. Once planted, an own-root shrub like this concentrates on roots in year one, then builds strong shoots in year two and by year three reaches its full ornamental impact with minimal fuss. You can enjoy it as a stand-out specimen, informal hedge or cottage-style feature, confident that this durable, colourful, healthy, hedging, upright, pollinator, adaptable and long-lived rose will settle in and keep going for many seasons.
Brillant Korsar® with a very faint, soft rosy fragrance.
Brillant Korsar® showing its orange-red semi-double blooms at peak flowering.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub
Upright, bushy habit (120–180 cm) with dark, glossy foliage and intense orange-red blooms gives instant structure and colour near the entrance without complex pruning – ideal for a tidy look for the busy homeowner
Small group in a mixed border
Plant 1–3 shrubs at 100 cm spacing to create a warm, glowing block of colour that blends easily with perennials, while own-root growth ensures the clump remains balanced and attractive over many years for the casual gardener
Cottage-style flower bed
Semi-double, cup-shaped flowers repeat well and pair beautifully with lupins, bellflowers or blue globe thistle, giving a relaxed, romantic feel that suits informal Irish cottage gardens for the country enthusiast
Low-maintenance flowering hedge
Good disease resistance and moderate thorniness make it suitable for informal hedging at about 90 cm spacing, giving a colourful, living boundary that needs only light annual trimming for the practical planner
Rose arch or pergola underplanting
The slightly arching shoots and repeat-flowering clusters work well along the base of an arch or pergola, softening structures and adding long-season colour without demanding training for the weekend gardener
Pollinator-friendly family garden bed
Semi-double flowers with exposed stamens offer accessible nectar and pollen, so bees can easily visit, supporting wildlife while keeping the border decorative and child-friendly for the nature lover
Coastal or exposed suburban site
Robust shrub structure and strong foliage cope well with breezier, humid conditions in Irish gardens where heavier soils benefit from decent drainage, giving reliable colour even in less sheltered spots for the seaside resident
Large patio planter near the house
In a 40–50 litre container with good compost and regular watering, it becomes a long-lived, own-root feature rose whose structure and flowering improve year on year, rewarding simple seasonal care for the balcony owner
Decorating ideas
Warm Welcome Border – Position one shrub by the front gate with lavender and rosemary to echo its orange-red tones, creating an inviting, aromatic entrance – ideal for homeowners who like a smart but easy-care look
Cottage Glow Trio – Plant a group of three with pink lupins and blue globe thistle for a soft cottage palette that flowers for months – perfect for those who enjoy relaxed, traditional borders
Family-Friendly Hedge – Run a loose hedge along a driveway, underplanting with hardy geraniums to hide lower stems and reduce weeding – suited to families seeking structure without high maintenance
Patio Feature Pot – Grow a single shrub in a 40–50 litre terracotta container with trailing thyme to spill over the rim – great for city dwellers who want a statement rose on a small terrace
Pergola Softening Scheme – Underplant a pergola or arch with Brillant Korsar ® and white Campanula carpatica to brighten shady spots – attractive for gardeners who prefer gentle colour contrasts and simple care
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Brillant Korsar ® park rose, registered as KORtempora, shrub/park group; ARS exhibition name Brilliant Corsair; name refers to a “Brilliant pirate” in German.
Origin and breeding
Sport of ‘Roter Korsar’ (KORromalu) bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes, W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany; bred 2005, introduced and registered in 2010 by W. Kordes’ Söhne.
Growth and structure
Upright, bushy shrub with slightly arching shoots; height 120–180 cm, spread 80–130 cm; moderately thorny, with dense, glossy, dark green foliage creating a full, substantial plant.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, cup-shaped flowers with 13–25 petals in clustered inflorescences; large blooms around 7–10 cm across; repeats well with a generous second flush through the season.
Colour and phenology
Intense orange-red blooms; deep red buds with orange rim open to vivid orange-red petals, outer RHS 34A, inner 40A; colour holds well, only slightly fading to a warm coral red in strong sun.
Fragrance and aroma
Very faint, barely noticeable scent with a soft, rosy character; primarily grown for colour impact and garden structure rather than for strong perfume or cut-flower fragrance indoors.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderately abundant, spherical bright red hips, 8–13 mm in diameter; hips add discrete autumn interest and are decorative among the dark foliage without overwhelming the plant.
Resistance and hardiness
High resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (USDA 5b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 4); copes well with heat but needs watering in prolonged drought.
Horticultural recommendations
Suitable for beds, specimen planting, hedges, pergolas and rose arches; spacing 100 cm for masses, 90 cm for hedges, 170 cm solitary; partial shade tolerant, low maintenance with occasional deadheading.
Brillant Korsar ® offers vibrant repeat-flowering colour, robust health and a long-lived own-root shrub that settles in reliably, making it a sound choice if You would like an easy, lasting feature rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
BRILLANT KORSAR ® – orange-red park rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double flowers with exposed stamens attract bees, because the semi-double form retains accessible reproductive parts that make nectar and pollen easier to reach than in fully double blooms, thereby increasing pollinator visitation.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Because of its semi-double flowers it is considered partially pollinator-friendly
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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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
