Vivid yellow flowers with a faint pink tint on the edges of some petals. - dwarf, mini rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - delicately sweet character
– Compact, bushy growth for small spaces
– Abundant remontant flowering all season
– Refined double blooms in warm yellow tones
– Glossy dark foliage enhances flower colour
– Proven hardiness to H7 / USDA 6b Gné speisialta: Buaiteoir Golden Prize of the City of Glasgow 1994.
Water-wise – Future-proof garden concept
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
4(6392)
MANDARIN® – yellow dwarf-mini rose – KORcelin
With its compact, bushy stature and cheerful mandarin‑shaded blooms, Mandarin® is a reliable mini rose that fits perfectly into Irish family gardens where You want colour without fuss. The dense, glossy foliage and neat habit stay orderly even in small beds and front gardens, while the remontant flowering keeps new blooms appearing through the season. Bred by Kordes, it is valued for being durable and long‑lived on its own roots, gradually forming a balanced little shrub that copes well with our breezy, moisture‑laden climate and humidity pressure. In the first year it concentrates on roots, in the second on shoots, and by the third it shows its full ornamental potential, giving You confidence that each 2‑litre plant will settle and mature steadily. Its modest height makes it especially suitable for edging paths, low hedging or container displays near the door, where the soft, golden‑yellow to cream flowers bring a warm, welcoming touch. Easy to handle, easy to plant and pleasantly compact, it is a practical choice when You simply want a neat rose that “works” without complicated gardening routines.
Closed bud of Mandarin® miniature rose, bright lemon-butter yellow with a faint pink flush.
Freshly opened Mandarin® flower with sunny yellow tones and a creamy outer whorl.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden edging along paths or driveways
The compact, bushy habit (around 45–55 cm high) keeps Mandarin® low and tidy, creating a clear line that never overwhelms a narrow front garden and stays easy to trim and manage even for beginners
Small bed in a family garden near the patio
Reliable remontant flowering gives repeated flushes of warm yellow to cream flowers, so a small bed remains lively from early summer onwards without needing complex pruning or deadheading routines for busy owners
Container on a balcony or beside the front door
The dwarf size makes it ideal for a 40–50 litre patio container, where its dense foliage and clusters of small blooms create a long‑lasting accent that is easy to water and keep in shape for urban gardeners
Mixed cottage‑style border with perennials
Its miniature, cluster‑flowered heads blend beautifully with catmint, bellflowers or low grasses, adding structure and soft yellow tones without crowding neighbouring plants, suiting informal borders for cottage‑style fans
Low informal hedge or edging strip
Planted at 25–30 cm intervals, the upright yet bushy growth forms a coherent mini hedge, giving gentle structure along lawns or paths while remaining easy to reach for any light maintenance needed by home gardeners
Long‑term planting in small family gardens
As an own‑root rose, Mandarin® develops its final bush shape in place, able to regenerate from its base and maintain ornamental value for many years, supporting stable long‑term plantings for planning‑minded buyers
Coastal or exposed suburban situations
The robust foliage and steady growth help it cope with breezy, moisture‑laden Irish weather and frequent rain, giving dependable performance where more delicate roses might sulk, reassuring coastal residents
Small rose groups of 3–5 plants in a focal spot
Groups planted at 30–45 cm spacing quickly join visually while staying airy, producing abundant clusters of golden‑yellow blooms that build strong impact within two to three seasons for impact‑seeking gardeners
Decorating ideas
Sunny doorstep welcome – Plant Mandarin® in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot by the front door, underplant with trailing ivy for year‑round green, ideal for homeowners wanting a bright yet compact entrance feature – urban and suburban doorways
Cottage border ribbon – Use a low ribbon of Mandarin® in front of taller perennials like Campanula persicifolia and Nepeta x faassenii to tie colours together with soft yellow clusters – fans of traditional cottage gardens
Neat lawn edging – Line the edge of a small back lawn with a single row; its bushy, upright habit forms a miniature hedge that frames play space without stealing room – families with children and pets
Patio colour corner – Combine one or two plants with dwarf lavender in large containers for a fragrant, low‑maintenance colour block that thrives in sun – time‑pressed beginners seeking easy summer impact
Micro‑rose bed – Create a 1–2 m² mini rose bed of 5–9 Mandarin® plants, spacing them closely for a dense cushion of foliage and blooms – small‑garden owners wanting a simple, showy focal spot
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Miniature (Polyantha) dwarf rose, registered as KORcelin, marketed as Mandarin® Mini – dwarf rose KORcelin; ARS exhibition name Mandarin, part of the Mini – dwarf rose collection.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes & Sons in Germany (breeding year 1979), introduced and registered in 1987 by W. Kordes’ Söhne; parentage not recorded but selected for compact habit and strong garden value.
Awards and recognitions
Honoured at the Glasgow International Rose Trials with the Golden Prize of the City of Glasgow in 1994, reflecting proven performance and ornamental quality under independent trial garden conditions.
Growth and structure
Compact, bushy, upright miniature shrub reaching about 45–55 cm high and 35–45 cm wide; moderately thorny, with dense, dark green, glossy foliage giving a full, tidy appearance in beds, borders and containers.
Flower morphology
Small double flowers (0.5–1.5 in) carried in clusters; 26–39 petals form a cupped bloom. Remontant character with abundant second flowering, providing repeated display across the main growing season.
Colour and phenology
Vivid yellow blooms with occasional faint pink‑tinted edges; buds lemon to golden yellow, maturing to golden centres and cream–butter yellow outer petals, gradually fading towards straw‑yellow and ivory at full expansion.
Fragrance and aroma
Very weak fragrance, with only a delicately sweet character noticeable at close range; chosen mainly for colour and garden effect rather than scent, making it suitable where strong perfume is not desired.
Rose hip characteristics
Rose hip set is generally poor due to the double flower form, but can occasionally produce small, spherical orange‑red hips around 5–7 mm across, which add a discreet decorative touch late in the season.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Sweden zone 3, USDA 6b). Shows resistance to powdery mildew, with moderate susceptibility to black spot and rust, calling for occasional monitoring in damp seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers a sunny position with good drainage; own‑root 2‑litre plants suit containers, mini standards, edging and small beds. Recommended spacings: 25–30 cm for edging, 45 cm as specimen, 13–15 plants per m² in mass plantings.
MANDARIN® offers compact growth, repeat yellow flowering and long‑lived own‑root reliability for neat beds, edging and containers; choose it if You want a small rose that establishes steadily and then largely looks after itself.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
MANDARIN® – yellow dwarf-mini rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
Vivid yellow flowers with a faint pink tint on the edges of some petals.
Closed Bud:
Bright lemon–butter yellow, characterised by an ambering shade towards the tips, and the outer sepal is occasionally marked with a faint pink flush.
Freshly Opened Flower:
Characterised by sunny lemon to golden-yellow centres and a creamy yellow outer whorl of petals, some blooms show a fine pink veil or a speckled blush at the margin.
Full Bloom:
Petals are characterised by a warm golden-yellow centre fading outwards to cream–butter yellow, and may occasionally show a pink marbled edging or tip colouring.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The yellow tone fades towards straw-yellow and cream, the rare pinkish hues diminish and the edges lighten to ivory.
Colour Fading Description:
As the flower opens, the yellow tone gradually fades toward a buttery‑yellow cream, the edges lighten to ivory; any occasional pink flush fades.
Pollinator Attraction:
The double flower form (26–39 petals) restricts access to the stamens, so it attracts pollinators poorly.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its double flowers partially conceal the stamens, so its pollinator-friendliness is limited; it is primarily an ornamental cultivar.
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
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