ROSE DER EINHEIT® – scarlet bedding floribunda rose – KORblohawa
ROSE DER EINHEIT® is a compact, bushy floribunda that gives You neat, colourful structure without fuss, ideal when You want to “plant it and it works”. Its clusters of scarlet blooms with a silvery reverse repeat generously from summer into autumn, creating a long, lasting display in small borders, front gardens and near paths. Bred by Kordes and ADR‑tested, it offers very strong disease resistance, so in our damp Irish summers You can enjoy clean, glossy foliage with minimal spraying. The low, tidy habit is naturally compact, perfect beside drives, under windows or in cottage‑style beds where space is limited. As an own‑root plant it settles in steadily, forming a balanced bush that can regenerate over time and give You a dependable, long‑lived planting. In exposed or coastal gardens it copes well once established, even where wind and rain meet heavy garden clay soils that need sensible drainage. The flowers carry a light, elegant rose fragrance, just enough to notice as You pass, and the 2‑litre pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL format is easy to handle, so You can simply plant, water and enjoy a naturally tidy rose that fits effortlessly into everyday family gardens.
Use cases
| Target area | Reason |
|---|
| Front garden edging along paths or driveways |
The bushy, compact habit forms a low, regular line that frames entrances without overwhelming smaller Irish front gardens, giving a structured look that stays easy to keep in shape with light annual pruning for the busy beginner |
| Small mixed borders around the home |
Clusters of medium-sized scarlet blooms repeat well, adding long-season colour between perennials and small shrubs so Your beds look lively from summer into autumn with very little deadheading needed for the occasional weekend gardener at home |
| Neat rose groups of 3–5 plants |
Planted in a small group, the even height and dense foliage create a rounded, cushion-like mass of colour that looks designed without complicated planning, bringing impact by year two and maturing fully by year three for the style-conscious owner |
| Cottage-style planting with shrubs and hydrangeas |
The vibrant scarlet flowers with silvery reverse contrast beautifully with panicle hydrangeas and other cottage shrubs, giving a romantic yet orderly effect that feels traditional but easy to manage for lovers of informal country gardens |
| Urban beds and low-maintenance family gardens |
Strong resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust means the foliage stays attractive even in humid, built-up areas, reducing the need for spraying and fuss, ideal if You want reliable roses in a practical routine |
| Coastal or exposed suburban sites |
Once rooted in, this sturdy, low shrub copes well with wind and wet weather typical of Irish coasts, provided drainage is improved where heavy, moisture-retentive clay would otherwise waterlog the planting hole, reassuring the coastal garden owner |
| Large containers on patios or balconies |
Its tidy, upright-bushy shape sits well in a 40–50 litre pot, where regular watering and feeding reward You with repeated flushes of colour, making an inviting seating area for those who mainly garden in containers |
| Easy-care family planting schemes |
Delivered as a 6–12 month own-root plant, it establishes reliably, building roots in year one, fuller shoots in year two and strong ornamental value by year three, giving confidence to anyone planning simple, long-term beds for the whole family |
Decorating ideas
- Scarlet Welcome Border – Line the path to your front door with a short run of ROSE DER EINHEIT® underplanted with low lavender for contrast – perfect if you want a tidy, colourful greeting with little pruning.
- Cottage Corner Mix – Combine small groups of this rose with panicle hydrangeas and Japanese spirea for layered height and colour – ideal for cottage-garden fans who still appreciate a controlled, compact structure.
- Urban Patio Accent – Plant a single rose in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the base – suited to balcony or courtyard gardeners who want a long-flowering focal point without complex care.
- Family-Friendly Colour Strip – Create a bright ribbon along a lawn edge, spacing plants evenly to form a low hedge – great for families wanting definition and season-long flowers that cope with busy, low-maintenance routines.
- Cool Scarlet and White Bed – Pair ROSE DER EINHEIT® with white perennials and dwarf ornamental grasses to highlight the silvery-backed petals – for gardeners who enjoy a modern, coordinated look that still feels easy-going.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
ROSE DER EINHEIT® is a bedding floribunda rose from the Kordes breeding programme, registered as KORblohawa and also known in exhibitions as Kissing Ayoba, classified within the floribunda group. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes at W. Kordes, Germany, from a cross involving a seedling of ‘Planten un Blomen’ and ‘Happy Wanderer’, first introduced in 2014 with broader national release from 2015 onwards. |
| Awards and recognitions |
Holds the ADR 2015 award, indicating independently tested performance for garden worthiness, including health, floriferousness and growth habit, under low-spray conditions in multiple trial locations over several years. |
| Growth and structure |
Forms a bushy, compact shrub 60–85 cm high and 40–55 cm wide, with dense, glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickliness, lending itself to edging, bedding schemes, low hedges and container use in small gardens. |
| Flower morphology |
Bears medium-sized, semi-double, cup-shaped flowers, typically 13–25 petals, carried in clusters on floribunda-style sprays; repeat-flowering habit provides an abundant second flush after the main early summer display. |
| Colour and phenology |
Displays vibrant scarlet-red petals with a contrasting silvery to pale cream reverse; colour remains strong as the flower opens, then softens toward rosy-pink tones before fading, delivering a lively but harmonious bedding effect. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Lightly and discreetly scented with an elegant traditional rose character, noticeable at close range without dominating nearby seating areas, making it suitable beside paths, doorways and windows where subtle fragrance is preferred. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Hip set is usually limited due to semi-double blooms, but occasional small, spherical, bright red hips about 6–9 mm in diameter may appear, adding minor seasonal interest without significantly affecting flowering performance. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Rated highly resistant to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, and hardy to approximately -26 to -23 °C (H7, USDA 5b), giving robust garden performance in cooler, wetter regions with minimal chemical protection. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny positions with reasonable drainage; plant at 40–70 cm spacing depending on use, water regularly in dry spells, prune back lightly each spring, and consider a 40–50 litre container for long-term pot culture. |
ROSE DER EINHEIT® offers compact, bushy growth, long-lasting scarlet flowering and strong disease resistance, and as an own-root rose it promises reliable, regenerating performance over many years, making it a reassuring choice if you are unsure where to start.
