Constanze Mozart® Parfuma® – pale pink, strongly fragrant floribunda rose
If You dream of a romantic, easy garden rose that simply gets on with growing, Constanze Mozart® Parfuma® is a compact floribunda that combines reliable flowering, romantic pastel blooms and a surprisingly strong perfume. Its upright, bushy habit keeps borders looking orderly without constant fiddling, while medium self-cleaning and only moderate care needs suit a busy family routine. The very double, rosette flowers hold their soft, pale pink and cream tones beautifully in mixed beds, even in a humid Irish climate where fungal pressure is higher than in continental gardens. As an own-root, premium gold-rated shrub, it settles in steadily, giving You a long-lived bush that can regenerate from its own base and cope calmly with year‑to‑year changes. In a 2‑litre pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL pot it arrives well rooted and easy to handle, so You plant it once, keep it watered and enjoy an increasingly full display as it moves from establishing roots to building shoots and then to its mature, third‑year show.
Use cases
| Target area |
Reason |
| Front garden focal rose near the entrance |
The compact, upright, bushy habit and medium height create a tidy, welcoming structure that does not overwhelm a small front bed, while the pastel pink rosette blooms give a refined yet friendly first impression for visitors |
| Small group planting in family beds (1–5 plants) |
Constanze Mozart® forms dense foliage and repeat clusters of flowers, so a small group quickly reads as a coherent, long-lasting feature, ideal when You want a neat, reliable “it just works” rose area for a busy family |
| Romantic cottage-style border with perennials |
The delicate pastel pink and cream colouring blends softly with cottage favourites like bellflowers or Irish moss, while the long-lived own-root shrub builds a stable, low-maintenance backbone over the years for relaxed gardeners |
| Patio container or small courtyard planting |
Its moderate size and upright habit make it suitable for a 40–50 litre pot, where it will repeat flower and perfume seating areas without demanding complex pruning, suiting balcony and terrace spaces used by urban owners |
| Low edging along paths or driveways |
The 70–90 cm height and 50–70 cm spread allow a soft, structured edging line that frames paths neatly; regular repeat blooming keeps the border attractive with only simple deadheading and basic seasonal care for time-pressed householders |
| Sunny mixed rose bed with classic, perfumed varieties |
As a very strongly scented Parfuma® rose, it brings rich, fruity fragrance that can be enjoyed from a distance, making it a natural choice for fragrance-focused beds where You want dependable, long-term scent for enthusiastic beginners |
| Long-term planting for low-intervention gardens |
The own-root plant gradually adapts to local soil and care, building a durable shrub that can reshoot from its base after harder pruning or weather damage, supporting a balanced, close-to-nature style suited to patient planners |
| Border planting in wetter, wind-exposed Irish sites |
Constanze Mozart® combines moderate disease resistance with a structure that remains stable in exposed spots, helping it cope well where damp air and frequent rain increase fungal pressure for coastal and inland Irish gardeners |
Decorating ideas
- Entrance Elegance – Plant a pair of Constanze Mozart® flanking your front door with low Irish moss at their feet for a soft, welcoming entrance – ideal for homeowners wanting a tidy, fragrant first impression
- Cottage Trio – Combine three bushes with Dalmatian bellflower and creeping baby’s-breath for a pastel, cloud-like cottage border – perfect for lovers of romantic, traditional garden style
- Patio Perfume – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot beside outdoor seating so the strong fruity fragrance drifts across evening gatherings – best for balcony and small courtyard users
- Neat Edging Line – Repeat Constanze Mozart® along a path at regular spacing to create a low, formal edging softened by pale pink rosettes – suited to those who prefer clean, structured garden lines
- Rose‑and‑Herb Mix – Underplant with lavender or rosemary to contrast scent and texture, letting the pastel blooms rise above aromatic foliage – great for busy gardeners who want impact from simple combinations
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Floribunda bed rose; registered as KORmaccap, marketed as Constanze Mozart® Parfuma®. ARS exhibition name Constanze Mozart. Belongs to the Parfuma® fragrant shrub and floribunda collection. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes at W. Kordes’ Söhne in Germany from unnamed seedlings; registered in 2015 with later introduction, continuing the modern, strongly scented Parfuma® breeding line. |
| Awards and recognitions |
Highly decorated floribunda: Silver Medal at Premio Roma 2011, 7th Prize Baden bei Wien 2012, Certificate of Merit at Belfast Rose Trials 2015, and Gold Medal at Kortrijk / Courtrai 2015. |
| Growth and structure |
Upright, bushy shrub rose, around 70–90 cm high and 50–70 cm wide. Dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage; moderately thorny shoots. Well suited to borders, edging and smaller group plantings. |
| Flower morphology |
Very double, rosette-shaped blooms with over 40 petals, carried in clusters on floribunda-style trusses. Medium-sized flowers repeat freely with an abundant second flush, giving a long ornamental season. |
| Colour and phenology |
Soft pastel pink with a cream-tinged centre; buds darker, opening to creamy pink then fading towards cream-white in strong sun. Colour retention moderate but overall effect remains delicately romantic in the bed. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Very strongly scented, rich fruity fragrance clearly noticeable from a distance. Primarily an ornamental rose rather than pollinator-focused, as its densely double flowers largely conceal stamens and nectar. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Hip formation is sparse due to the highly double flowers; where present, only tiny hips up to about 5 mm occur, so fruit effect is minimal and does not influence overall garden appearance. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (H7, USDA 5b, Swedish Zone 4). Disease resistance moderate: powdery mildew and black spot may appear in pressure years, while rust resistance is good under average conditions. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with well-drained soil and regular watering in dry spells. Medium maintenance; deadhead for neatness. Recommended spacing 50–90 cm depending on use; suitable for borders, edging, containers and cutting. |
Constanze Mozart® Parfuma® offers compact, reliable flowering, strong fragrance and stable, long-lived own-root growth in average Irish family gardens, making it a reassuring, easy-care choice if You would like a romantic rose you can simply enjoy.
