ANIKA™ – golden-yellow hybrid tea rose – Haschke
Golden blooms of ANIKA™ bring a classic hybrid tea elegance to modest British front gardens, with tidy, upright structure that suits small beds and narrow borders. Its medium maintenance needs remain manageable for beginners, especially when planted in well-prepared soil that copes reliably with frequent rain and blustery coastal-style weather. Semi-double flowers leave stamens partly revealed, offering a quietly wildlife-supporting note in an otherwise formal garden rose. Container-grown in a 2‑litre pot and supplied on its own roots, ANIKA™ settles steadily, forming its lasting bush shape where you plant it, giving you resilient regrowth and decorative longevity season after season.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Feature rose by the front door |
The upright, compact habit fits neatly beside steps or a path, while the high-centred, golden-yellow blooms give a refined, “florist-style” welcome. Reliable repeat flowering through the season keeps the entrance looking cared for with only moderate maintenance – ideal for the style-conscious homeowner. |
| Small mixed border in a family garden |
At around 70–95 cm high with a 30–45 cm spread, ANIKA™ slots comfortably among perennials without overpowering them, offering vertical accent and clear colour. Its own-root form builds a stable, balanced bush over time, supporting long-term planting plans for the relaxed yet ordered gardener. |
| Cutting row for home-grown bouquets |
The classic hybrid tea flower shape, medium bloom size and strong stems suit informal cutting for vases, bringing warm yellow tones indoors. Regular cutting encourages fresh flowering, turning a short border run into a simple, productive cutting strip appreciated by the practical beginner. |
| Compact rose bed or formal island feature |
Consistent height and upright growth make it easy to space at 35–60 cm, forming an orderly, repeat-flowering group. When mass-planted, the matching golden blooms give strong visual impact without complex design work, ideal for a low-fuss but polished family. |
| Own-root rose for long-term garden structure |
Planted as a young, container-grown shrub, ANIKA™ gradually knits into the soil, building roots first, then stronger shoots, and reaching full ornamental effect by about the third year. This steady development rewards patient, long-view planning from the thoughtful planner. |
| Raised beds on heavy or challenging soils |
In gardens with dense clay or variable drainage, ANIKA™ is easily slipped into improved, raised beds where its moderate size and upright habit stay manageable. The contained footprint simplifies care and watering, suiting the busy but quality-conscious owner. |
| Large patio container or front-garden tub |
Its narrow spread makes ANIKA™ well suited to a quality container of at least 40–50 litres, where the warm golden flowers stand out against brickwork or paving. The own-root base responds well to occasional pruning and re-shaping, supporting the adaptable, space-limited urbanite. |
| Pollinator-friendly accent in a cottage-style border |
Semi-double flowers with partially exposed stamens offer modest forage, especially when combined with chives, sedum or coneflowers, giving a gentle nod to wildlife support. This sits comfortably with the desire for a pretty but nature-aware householder. |
Styling ideas
- Doorstep Welcome – plant a pair of ANIKA™ flanking a path or porch, underplanted with low lavender or thyme, for a neat, fragrant entrance – ideal for appearance-focused homeowners.
- Cottage Ribbon – weave ANIKA™ along a narrow border with foxgloves and hardy geraniums, letting its golden blooms punctuate softer cottage colours – suited to romantic cottage-garden enthusiasts.
- Golden Island – create a small circular bed of 3–5 ANIKA™ in lawn, edged with low box or thrift, for a structured yet easy-care focal point – for those wanting order without complexity.
- Patio Statement – place a single ANIKA™ in a 50‑litre terracotta pot with trailing ivy or bacopa to soften the rim, making a compact, movable feature – perfect for balcony and patio gardeners.
- Wildlife Thread – mix ANIKA™ with sedum, chives and echinacea to build a softly structured strip that offers colour and modest nectar through summer – ideal for nature-aware family gardens.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose; registered as PLAhasdor, marketed as Anika™ hybrid tea rose PLAhasdor; ARS exhibition name Anika; part of the hybrid tea commercial group. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Haschke in Germany, 1987; parentage unknown. Introduced and initially distributed by Pflanzen‑Kontor (Germany); developed for classic hybrid tea flower form. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright bush reaching about 70–95 cm high and 30–45 cm wide, with moderately dense, mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate prickliness on the stems. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi-double blooms with around 13–25 petals, high-centred and pointed, classic cut-rose style; medium-sized solitary flowers on stems; remontant with a generous second flush. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Rich golden-yellow buds open bright yellow, then gradually fade to buttery pastel yellow with creamy centres; colour retention medium, outer petals lightening slightly at full bloom. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Very faint scent with a light rosy character; fragrance is subtle and unobtrusive, contributing gentle background perfume rather than strong, dominant aroma in the garden. |
| Hip characteristics |
Forms moderately abundant, spherical orange-red hips about 8–12 mm across, extending seasonal interest into autumn and offering additional visual texture after flowering. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b); disease resistance medium to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, with occasional plant protection recommended. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny positions for borders, specimens and cutting; plant roughly 35 cm apart in mass plantings, 30 cm for hedging, 60 cm for specimens, at densities near 8–9.4 plants/m². |
ANIKA™ golden-yellow hybrid tea rose offers refined blooms, reliable repeat flowering and a compact, long-lived own-root shrub, making it a thoughtful choice for those planning a lasting, manageable garden feature.
