Uniform, rich deep pink shade with a subtle raspberry-red tone. - floribunda bedding rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - delicately rosy character
– Charming pompon-style deep pink blooms
– Very double clusters for romantic mass effect
– Resistant to black spot, mildew and rust
– Low-maintenance, ideal for busy gardeners
– Compact, upright shrub for beds and hedges Special feature: Prestigious ADR and Gold Standard award-winner with multiple international medals.
Minimal maintenance – Harmonious environment
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
23,30 €
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Pomponella® Märchenrosen® – deep pink floribunda bedding rose
If You dream of a reliable rose that simply gets on with flowering, Pomponella® fits beautifully into Irish family gardens. This compact floribunda forms an upright, bushy hedge-like shrub covered in small, globular, pompon-style blooms held in generous clusters. The deep pink flowers repeat freely from early summer well into autumn, creating long-lasting colour with only light deadheading. Its dense, glossy dark green foliage shows strong resistance to common rose diseases, even in our damp climate where heavy rain and poor drainage challenge many varieties. Awarded ADR and multiple international medals, this is a true classic for front gardens, low borders and decorative containers. As an own-root plant it establishes steadily, building a long-lived, balanced structure that matures from strong roots in year one, fuller shoots in year two and its finest ornamental value by year three – an easy-going choice when You want to plant once and enjoy for years.
Pomponella® blooms with a very weak, delicately rosy fragrance.
Pomponella® in different opening phases, from bud to full bloom.
Pomponella® in freshly opened bloom, with vivid raspberry-pink petals.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal bed by the entrance
Compact, upright growth and abundant pompon blooms give a smart yet welcoming look beside a path or doorway, staying neat without complicated pruning – perfect if You like things tidy but have little time
Low flowering hedge along a drive or boundary
Height around 70–95 cm and dense branching make it ideal for a low hedge that screens gently while offering months of deep pink colour, needing only light shaping once a year – a calming option for busy households
Small rose group in a family lawn
Plant 3–5 together at recommended spacing to form a rounded, storybook-style rose island; repeat flowering ensures there is always something to admire, keeping the garden interesting for children and adults alike
Mixed border with perennials and herbs
The rich raspberry-pink clusters blend beautifully with soft purples and silvers, and its resistant foliage copes well beside other plants even in periods of high humidity and frequent rain, reassuring cautious beginners
Decorative container on patio or balcony
Performs well in a large pot when given regular watering and feeding; choose a minimum 40–50 litre container so roots have room to develop, giving a long-lived feature for small urban spaces and compact courtyards
Ornamental edging along paths and seating areas
Medium height and bushy habit create a defined, colourful edge without blocking views; clusters of ball-shaped flowers soften hard paving and gravel, suiting those who prefer a gentle, romantic feel in everyday spaces
Cottage-style planting with traditional shrubs
Old-fashioned pompon form and deep pink colour echo classic country gardens, combining easily with geraniums and clematis for a relaxed, layered look that appeals to fans of rural cottage character
Easy-care rose bed for long-term planting
ADR-level disease resistance, low maintenance needs and own-root longevity make it ideal where You want to plant once and enjoy for many seasons, even in locations with regular rain, heavy soil and occasional waterlogging
Decorating ideas
Storybook Entrance – Plant a pair of Pomponella® either side of your front gate, underplant with fragrant geraniums for groundcover and a soft scent – suited to homeowners who want a welcoming, fairy-tale entry.
Romantic Low Hedge – Run a narrow row along a garden path, weaving in pockets of lavender or rosemary between plants to add fragrance and texture – ideal for family gardens where paths double as play routes.
Cottage Rose Corner – Combine a small group of Pomponella® with Clematis viticella on a light obelisk and a few traditional perennials for a layered corner bed – perfect for lovers of relaxed, rural cottage style.
Urban Patio Feature – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the rim to soften the edge – a good fit for compact city patios and balconies needing reliable colour with little fuss.
Play-Friendly Border – Use Pomponella® as a low, bushy backdrop behind a lawn, mixing with hardy geraniums for long-season colour – designed for families wanting a robust, beautiful border around children’s space.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose from the Märchenrosen® collection; registered as KORpompan, marketed as Pomponella® Märchenrosen® KORpompan; ARS exhibition name Pomponella™; exhibition floribunda category.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes’ Söhne in Germany, introduced and registered in 2005; parentage not published. Selected for garden performance and decorative, pompon-like flower shape in the floribunda group.
Awards and recognitions
Holds ADR status in Germany (2006) and Gold Standard certification in the UK (2012), plus multiple international medals including Geneva Gold Medal and Lyon’s Grande Rose du Siècle, confirming strong ornamental and garden merit.
Growth and structure
Compact, upright, bushy floribunda with dense branching; typical height 70–95 cm and spread 55–85 cm. Foliage is dark green, glossy and plentiful, forming a full, harmonious shrub; moderately thorny stems.
Flower morphology
Medium-sized, very double, ball-shaped to pompon blooms with over 40 petals. Flowers are produced in large, showy clusters, repeating strongly through the season with a good second flush; self-cleaning is moderate.
Colour and phenology
Rich deep pink with a raspberry tone; buds glossy crimson-pink, opening vivid then lightening towards powder-pink in strong sun. Colour retention is excellent, with a long flowering season from early summer to autumn.
Fragrance and aroma
Delicately rosy scent of very weak intensity, often barely noticeable in the garden. Primarily chosen for its strong visual effect and flowering habit rather than fragrance, suiting sites where perfume is not essential.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces small spherical orange-red hips, about 6–10 mm across, in moderate quantities after flowering if not deadheaded. Adds a discreet ornamental touch later in the season without overwhelming the shrub.
Resistance and hardiness
Excellent overall disease resistance; noted as resistant to powdery mildew, black spot and rust. Winter hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4), suitable for most Irish garden conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in a sunny position with good drainage; plant 40–75 cm apart depending on use. Works well in borders, edging, low hedges, parks, containers and urban beds; maintenance is low, requiring only basic feeding and pruning.
Pomponella® offers rich deep pink clusters, compact easy-care growth and long-lived own-root reliability, making it a confident choice if You want a beautiful, low-maintenance rose that simply fits into your garden plans.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
POMPONELLA® – deep pink bedding floribunda rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
Geneva – Gold Medal (2005); Lyon – Grande Rose du Siècle (2006); Lyon – Certificat de Mérite (2006); Kortrijk (Courtrai) – Silver Medal (2007); Bagatelle (Paris) – Certificat de Mérite (2008); Orléans – Certificat de Mérite (2008); The Hague – Bronze Cert
Pollinator Attraction:
Its flowers attract pollinators only to a limited extent, as double or full forms often conceal the stamens and reduce insect access.
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.
