Historical Rose

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Erinnerung an Brod

Heritage rose

- – Rudolf Geschwind

Deep, velvety crimson-red base colour that can take on a pale mauve hue in damp, cool weather. - historic, old garden rose - strong, long-range scented rose - full bodied, perfumed

– Strong, long‑range, full‑bodied fragrance
– Deep, velvety crimson rosette flowers
– Vigorous climbing growth for arches and walls
– Hardy to H7 / USDA Zone 5b
– Suitable for partial shade garden spots
Special feature: Historic 1884 Geschwind Hybrid Setigera with once-a-year, spectacular bloom display.
Future-proof garden selection – Everyday elegance
Erinnerung an Brod
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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ERINNERUNG AN BROD – crimson historical old garden rose - Geschwind

The heritage climbing rose ERINNERUNG AN BROD is a richly scented, once-flowering rose that rewards You with an unforgettable wave of deep crimson blooms at the start of summer, bringing a touch of romantic history to an Irish family garden. Its strong, full-bodied perfume and velvety rosette flowers create a dramatic focal point on pergolas, arches or walls, where You can enjoy a single, spectacular flowering without complicated pruning routines. As an own-root plant in the pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre pot, it is bred for longevity, forming a stable climbing framework that regenerates well over time and fits neatly with the idea of “plant it and it works”. Ideal for gardens facing breezy, damp Atlantic weather, it copes reliably where drainage and heavier soils need a bit of thought. Its dense, dark green foliage gives a romantic backdrop even when not in bloom, and the long, flexible canes make wall training and arch-covering surprisingly simple once they are tied in place. Over the first three years it settles in steadily – first building roots, then shoots, then full flowering effect – so You can look forward to a maturing, enduring feature that suits both cottage-style and more formal front gardens without demanding expert-level care.


Shiny foliage in the light on Erinnerung an Brod
Close-up of the moderately thorny stems of Erinnerung an Brod.

Use cases

Target area Reason
Front-garden arch or arbour over a path A once-a-year cascade of large, very full crimson flowers creates a stunning entrance feature without needing constant deadheading or complex pruning, giving beginners a reliable “big moment” in early summer that still feels manageable for the homeowner
South- or west-facing pergola in a family garden The vigorous climbing habit and dense foliage quickly clothe a pergola, while the own-root, long-lived framework forms a stable structure that can be renewed from the base if needed, ideal for families wanting shade and atmosphere with limited gardening time for beginners
Cottage-style boundary fence or rustic trellis Dark green leaves and richly scented, old-fashioned blooms give a romantic, traditional look that fits rural cottage gardens, with medium maintenance needs that stay realistic for owners who prefer simple tying-in and an annual tidy rather than frequent technical pruning for gardeners
Wall training on a sunny gable or garage Flexible canes make it straightforward to fan-train against a wall, and the plant adapts gradually to its position, forming its own shape over the years; this makes it a good choice where You want an established, architectural feature without replanting every few seasons for planners
Partially shaded side passage or north-east wall The flowers hold their deeper colour better in partial shade, and the rose tolerates less than full sun, so You still get strong fragrance and historical character in those awkward side areas that many modern roses fail to brighten for busy urban residents
Small group planting in a larger lawn or park corner Planted in a loose group of 1–3 specimens with space to climb, it offers a future-proof garden selection that will outlast many shorter-lived shrubs, giving a dependable, once-flowering highlight that suits owners who value durability over constant change for thoughtful garden investors
Coastal or exposed suburban garden with heavy soil This own-root climber establishes steadily even where breezy, humid weather and heavier Irish soils mean You must think about how rain drains away from the roots, giving a resilient, old-rose presence once settled for coastal and west-facing garden owners
Large container on a terrace, balcony or paved yard Grown in a generous 40–50 litre container with support, it offers the charm of a historical climbing rose in small, paved spaces, allowing You to enjoy strong fragrance and seasonal drama while keeping the root system contained and easier to manage for space-conscious tenants

Decorating ideas

  • Cottage Arch Drama – Train ERINNERUNG AN BROD over a simple wooden arch and underplant with English lavender for a scented, bee-friendly carpet at foot level – ideal for lovers of romantic cottage entrances.
  • Velvet Wall Tapestry – Fan-train the crimson blooms along a sunny house wall, softening brick or render, with Gypsophila repens spilling at the base to lighten the look – perfect for homeowners wanting impact with limited upkeep.
  • Parkland Pergola Walk – Let several plants climb a pergola to create a shaded walkway, with Echinacea ‘Big Kahuna’ in sunny gaps for later-season colour after the rose has finished – suited to larger gardens and shared green spaces.
  • Historic Fence Backdrop – Use it along a rustic fence behind mixed perennials so the once-a-year crimson flush forms a dramatic backdrop while foliage provides structure for the rest of the season – best for gardeners who enjoy a classic, layered border.
  • Balcony Heritage Feature – In a 40–50 litre tub with a slim obelisk, this climber turns a paved balcony into a seasonal showpiece without needing in‑ground soil – attractive for urban residents seeking one striking, easy-care rose.

Technical cultivar profile
Parameter Data
Name and registration Trade name ERINNERUNG AN BROD – crimson historical old garden rose – Geschwind; old rose, Hybrid Setigera group; ARS exhibition name Souvenir de Brod; historical rose collection, heritage climbing type.
Origin and breeding Bred by Rudolf Geschwind in Austria around 1884, introduced by Ketten Frères of Luxembourg; parentage Rosa setigera Michx × ‘Génie de Châteaubriand’, combining wild vigour with refined, very double historical blooms.
Growth and structure Strong, climbing growth habit reaching about 240–380 cm high and 160–260 cm wide; moderately thorny canes with dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage, ideal for arches, pergolas, walls and taller fences.
Flower morphology Large, very full rosette blooms with 40+ petals, typically borne singly; flower size in the L range (approximately 2.75–3.95 inches), non-remontant and once-flowering, giving one abundant, concentrated display each season.
Colour and phenology Deep, velvety crimson-red flowers with darker centres and violet sheen; buds show blackish-purple tones, ageing towards greyer mauve in strong sun; colour remains deeper in partial shade, with a single main flowering period in early summer.
Fragrance and aroma Strong, full-bodied old-rose perfume with long-range scent, easily noticeable on still days; primarily ornamental due to very double flowers and enclosed stamens, offering fragrance rather than nectar value for pollinators.
Rose hip characteristics Hip production is limited because of the very double bloom form; occasionally forms small, egg-shaped, orange-red hips about 10–15 mm in diameter, adding a modest autumn accent where they develop.
Resistance and hardiness Hardy to approximately -26 to -23 °C (RHS H7, USDA zone 5b, Swedish zone 4); moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; tolerates heat reasonably but benefits from watering during prolonged dry periods.
Horticultural recommendations Suited to arbours, pergolas, fences, walls and park plantings; allow 190–300 cm spacing depending on use; performs in full sun to partial shade; for containers, choose at least 40–50 litres and provide sturdy support for climbing canes.

ERINNERUNG AN BROD offers a once-a-year crimson spectacle, strong fragrance and a long-lived, own-root climbing framework for arches or walls, making it a dependable choice if You want lasting character with manageable care.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: ERINNERUNG AN BROD – crimson historical old garden rose - Geschwind
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:01.05.2025
Cultivar Merit Rating: premium silver
Item Number: [52] 52-639 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.ie

Name and Registration

Cultivar Name Meaning: The name honours the town of Brod, where Geschwind worked as a forester (Brod is now Kráľov Brod, Slovakia).
Synonym Name: Souvenir de Brod
Original Commercial Cultivar Name: Erinnerung an Brod
Trade Name: Erinnerung an Brod Heritage rose Geschwind
Rose Group: Old rose, Hybrid Setigera
Commercial Type: historic, old garden rose
Commercial Group: Historical rose
Exhibition Category: historic climbing rose; once-flowering
Collection: Heritage rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Ketten Frères (Luxembourg)
Year of Introduction: 1884 (based on the earliest catalogue mentions)
Registration Year: Data not available
Breeder: Rudolf Geschwind
Breeding Company / Institution: unknown / no data
Breeding Year: Austria, 1884
Parentage: Rosa setigera Michx × ‘Génie de Châteaubriand’

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 7.9-12.5ft (240-380 cm)
Spread: 5.2-8.5ft (160-260 cm)
Growth Habit: climbing
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage. Its leaves have a slightly glossy surface and a dark green hue.
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: No data on self‑cleaning.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: No information on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Flower Fullness: very full-flowered
Flower Form: rosette
Flower Size: L (2,75-3,95 in)
Inflorescence Type: solitary
Colour Code: ARS code: DR RHS code: 60A (outer), 60B (inner)
Repeat Flowering: Non-remontant, blooms once.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: crimson-red
Flower Colour: Deep, velvety crimson-red base colour that can take on a pale mauve hue in damp, cool weather.
Closed Bud: Closed bud with a dark, blackish-purple tip, velvety surface and a subtle reddish-violet sheen.
Freshly Opened Flower: Saturated deep carmine and crimson-red petals with a subtle violet sheen on their inner surfaces.
Full Bloom: Deep crimson, rosette-like petals, darker in the centre with an almost black tone.
Pre-Fading Flower: Greyish mauve, crimson that fades to a matte tone, with purplish‑pink lightening along the petal edges.
Colour Fading Description: In strong sunlight it fades to a lighter shade; in partial shade it retains a deeper hue.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: strong, long-range scented rose
Fragrance Character: full bodied, perfumed
Pollinator Attraction: Its strongly double flower form and reduced stamen accessibility mean it attracts few pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Its very double flowers enclose the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental variety.

Rose Hip Characteristics

Rose Hip Shape: egg shaped
Rose Hip Colour: orange-red
Rose Hip Notes: Hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally an ovoid, orange-red hip 10–15 mm in diameter may develop.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -26–-23 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Tolerates heat well; requires watering during prolonged dry periods.
Disease Resistance: moderate
  • powdery mildew – moderate
  • black spot – moderate
  • rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Spacing: for mass planting 200 cm, for hedging 190 cm, as a specimen 300 cm
Planting Density: in square planting 0,3 plants/m², in hexagonal arrangement 0,3 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: suitable for partial shade
Maintenance Requirements: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest control.
Key Uses: arbour, pergola, fence, wall training, park, solitary specimen

Notes

Strengths: Future-proof garden selection – Everyday elegance
Companion Plants: Echinacea 'Big Kahuna' - coneflower Lavandula angustifolia - English lavender Gypsophila repens 'Knuddel' - creeping baby's-breath
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ERINNERUNG AN BROD – crimson historical old garden rose - Geschwind
Deep, velvety crimson-red base colour that can take on a pale mauve hue in damp, cool weather. - historic, old garden rose - strong, long-range scented rose - full bodied, perfumed
Rose Shopping Online - crimson-red - historic, old garden rose - Erinnerung an Brod - (7.9-12.5ft (240-380 cm))
Inflorescence: solitary Height: 7.9-12.5ft (240-380 cm) Flower shape: rosette Winter hardiness: - crimson-red - Ketten Frères (Luxembourg) historic, old garden rose - Flower size: L (2,75-3,95 in) Flower size: L (2,75-3,95 in) - Height: 7.9-12.5ft (240-380 cm) Height: 7.9-12.5ft (240-380 cm) - Flower fullness: very full-flowered Erinnerung an Brod - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium silver Rudolf Geschwind

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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.

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