The inner sides of the petals are deep crimson, their outer sides have a golden-yellow hue. - bedding floribunda rose - very weak, barely perceptible scented rose - no noticeable fragrance
– Abundant, very full cup-shaped blooms.
– Distinctive crimson-red and golden-yellow bicolour.
– Compact upright habit for beds and containers.
– Excellent resistance to major rose diseases.
– Reliable reflowering with a rich second flush.
– Special feature: ADR and Australian National Rose Trials bronze medal winner, uniting beauty with proven garden performance.
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Die Sehenswerte ® MärchenRosen® – crimson-red-yellow floribunda bed rose
This MärchenRosen® floribunda is bred for reliability in everyday family gardens, combining compact habit with dense, glossy foliage for a tidy look even between flushes. Its very double, cup-shaped clusters bring rich colour to small beds and front gardens, while the ADR award confirms strong, long-term health under British conditions. Well-suited to typical UK soils, it copes steadily in showery, breezy weather and benefits from simple drainage improvements on heavier ground. As an own-root plant it builds up naturally, with roots in the first year, bushy growth in the second, and full ornamental impact from the third, giving lasting structure and ease for those who prefer planting once and enjoying for years.
Freshly opened flower of Die Sehenswerte ®, showing vivid crimson petals with a golden-yellow reverse.
Die Sehenswerte ® shows very full, cup-shaped blooms.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden bed along a path or drive
The compact 60–80 cm height and 40–60 cm spread create a neat, upright line that frames paths without overwhelming them. Clustered double blooms in crimson-red and yellow give a ‘dressed’ look from the street with minimal shaping, ideal for low-effort kerb appeal for the busy homeowner.
Small mixed border in a family garden
Dense, dark green, glossy foliage forms a solid backdrop that slots easily into cottage-style borders alongside perennials and grasses. The well-branched framework and own-root form help the shrub fill gaps steadily over time, reducing the need for frequent replanting for the practical gardener.
Feature group of 3–5 plants in a lawn pocket
Planted in a small group, the repeat-flowering clusters give a strong colour focus all summer, with the second flush notably abundant. Once established, only light seasonal pruning and occasional deadheading are needed for a long, reliable display that suits the aesthetics-focused beginner.
Low hedge or edging strip
The upright habit and recommended 35–45 cm spacing allow a low, coherent edging that reads as a continuous band of foliage and blooms. Good disease resistance keeps the line looking even without complex spraying routines, supporting the maintenance-averse owner.
Container on patio or terrace (40–50 L+)
Its moderate size and bushy, upright structure adapt well to a large 40–50 litre pot, where regular watering is easy to manage. Heat tolerance and moderate drought resilience are helpful on paved patios, provided watering is maintained in longer dry spells for the small-space gardener.
Urban front garden with exposure to wind and rain
ADR-level health and resilient foliage make it a good choice where air movement and showery weather are common, as in many British streets. With decent soil preparation and attention to drainage on heavy clay, it maintains a dependable, tidy presence for the city-based homeowner.
Simple rose bed with minimal pruning
The relatively modest final size makes annual light trimming sufficient; there is no need for exacting shaping to keep plants in proportion. Own-root growth means the bush renews itself from the base, supporting a long-lived stand with straightforward winter pruning for the time-pressed gardener.
Public-style planting feel in a private garden
Originally recommended for parks and urban green spaces, this cultivar suits small home beds that aim for the same robust, massed effect. Regular clusters of medium-sized, very double blooms keep the planting looking intentional and well-finished with only basic seasonal care for the design-conscious novice.
Styling ideas
Cottage-Edge – Combine with Calamintha grandiflora and Salvia nemorosa for a soft, humming border where the compact, upright roses provide structure – ideal for lovers of relaxed cottage style.
Crimson-Focus – Plant 3–5 together in a small island bed, underplanted with low silver foliage such as Artemisia for contrast – suited to those wanting a strong focal point with easy upkeep.
Glossy-Hedge – Use in a low boundary strip along a front path, echoing classic British hedging but with glossy leaves and repeat colour – perfect for homeowners seeking neatness without formality.
Patio-Jewel – Grow one plant in a 50 litre terracotta pot, paired with trailing thyme or lobelia to soften the rim – a good option for balcony and terrace gardeners short on soil.
Park-Inspired – Recreate municipal-style reliability in a home setting by massing several plants in a rectangular bed with simple gravel edging – for families wanting robust order with minimal gardening time.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose, registered as KORsehendie; marketed as Die Sehenswerte ® MärchenRosen®. Exhibition category bush rose / exhibition floribunda; commercial bedding floribunda.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes & Sons in Germany (2006), introduced and registered in 2016 by W. Kordes’ Söhne; parentage undisclosed within the MärchenRosen® collection.
Awards and recognition
Holds ADR certification from 2017, confirming strong garden performance and health; Bronze Medal at the Australian National Rose Trials in 2020, supporting its international reliability.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright, compact bush 60–80 cm high and 40–60 cm wide, moderately thorny with dense, dark green, glossy foliage forming a full, tidy shrub suited to small beds and edging.
Flower morphology
Medium-sized, very full double flowers (40+ petals) in clusters, cup-shaped with repeat flowering; notable for an abundant second flush and moderate self-cleaning, with some benefit from deadheading.
Colour data and phenology
Crimson-red inner petals with golden-yellow outer surfaces (RHS 60B/14B); colour holds very well, softening slightly to salmon at the reverses as blooms age, maintaining a vivid two-tone effect.
Fragrance and aroma
Primarily ornamental with very weak, barely perceptible scent; strongly double blooms conceal stamens and offer limited value for pollinators, focusing on visual display rather than fragrance.
Hip characteristics
Heavy doubleness limits hip set; occasional small spherical orange-red hips 7–10 mm may form, decorative but sparse and not a major feature of the cultivar.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Good heat and moderate drought tolerance when watered in prolonged dry spells; high resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy to about -18 to -21 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Sweden Zon 3).
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions with improved drainage on heavier soils; spacing 35–75 cm depending on use, 4.9–5.7 plants/m² for mass beds; suitable for beds, edging, hedging and large 40–50 L containers.
Die Sehenswerte ® MärchenRosen® offers compact structure, reliable repeat flowering and strong health in an own-root form that settles for years, making it a thoughtful choice for understated, long-term garden colour.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
DIE SEHENSWERTE ® – crimson-red-yellow bedding floribunda rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Its strongly double, lightly scented flowers attract few pollinators, as the double flower form and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit insect access.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its very double blooms conceal the stamens; primarily an ornamental variety.
Hip Comment:
Due to its double flowers, rose-hip formation is expected to be minimal; occasionally forming spherical orange-red hips 7–10 mm in diameter.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique 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.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part 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.
