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 habit for small spaces.
– Abundant repeat flowering in cheerful yellow.
– Glossy dark foliage enhances flower display.
– Suitable for pots, edging and mini standards.
– Good winter hardiness down to USDA 6b.
– Special feature: Awarded Golden Prize of the City of Glasgow (1994).
Water-wise – Future-proof garden concept
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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MANDARIN® – yellow dwarf-mini rose - Kordes
Cottage charm in miniature form: MANDARIN® brings neat, bushy structure and clusters of vivid yellow blooms that soften to buttery cream, ideal for low borders and edging in the classic British front-garden style. This compact, upright rose thrives in modest spaces and, planted in well-prepared ground with attention to good drainage on heavier soils and wetter sites, settles reliably into typical UK family plots. Its moderate maintenance needs and sound, proven hardiness mean you can focus on enjoying its colour rather than constant care. As an own-root plant it develops a durable, well-balanced framework, naturally regenerating over time for a long garden life. In a 40–50 litre or larger container it forms a tidy, repeat-flowering feature by doors, patios and pathways. From Year 1 establishing roots, through Year 2 building shoots, to Year 3 delivering full ornamental impact, it is designed to grow into your garden gently. Versatile spacing options make it easy to achieve a continuous low hedge or small groups in mixed planting. Its fine-textured foliage and small flowers sit comfortably among perennials and groundcovers, helping you keep the garden looking deliberately designed without complex horticultural work.
Closed bud of Mandarin®, a yellow dwarf-mini rose.
Freshly opened Mandarin® bloom with sunny yellow tones and a creamy outer whorl.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden edging
The compact 45–55 cm height and 35–45 cm spread create a low, formal edging that stays neat without complicated pruning, echoing traditional British front gardens while remaining manageable for time-pressed householders, especially beginners.
Small bed or focal patch
Planted as a small group at 30–45 cm spacing, the bushy habit and clustered miniature blooms quickly fill a modest bed, giving a clear focal patch of warm yellow without overshadowing windows or paving, ideal for a simple, cheerful feature for busy-owners.
Patio container (40–50 L+)
Its dwarf stature and upright shape are well suited to large pots of at least 40–50 litres, where own-root growth forms a stable, long-lived shrub that copes well with everyday balcony and patio conditions and straightforward seasonal care for city-gardeners.
Cottage-style mixed border
The dense, dark green foliage and small, cupped flowers blend naturally with cottage perennials, allowing relaxed combinations that still look tidy, while remontant flowering provides repeated colour with only occasional deadheading for style-lovers.
Low mini hedge along paths
At 25–30 cm planting distance, its uniform structure forms a continuous low hedge that clearly defines paths and driveways; the moderate disease resistance and winter hardiness H7 help maintain a reliable outline year after year for home-owners.
Around-the-house ornamental strip
Suited to narrow soil strips near walls and steps, this rose offers repeated flushes of yellow–cream flowers on a compact frame, giving a cared-for appearance to often-neglected areas with just routine watering and feeding for practical-gardeners.
Mini standard or feature plant
When budded as a mini standard, the small, double blooms and bushy crown form a clean, rounded head that fits beside doors or seating areas; the delicate fragrance is subtle enough for close proximity, appealing to detail-conscious.
Water-wise, future-proof planting
Its moderate maintenance needs and compact foliage help reduce overall water use and spray requirements in family gardens; in well-prepared soil with good drainage, it supports resilient, low-input designs sought by environmentally aware gardeners.
Styling ideas
Sunny Ribbon – run a single line along the front of a mixed border, pairing with blue Nepeta x faassenii to emphasise the yellow blooms – ideal for colour-focused family gardeners
Doorstep Welcome – plant one rose in a 50–60 L terracotta pot flanking the front door, underplanted with trailing Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus' – suited to small-plot urban homeowners
Cottage Patch – group three to five plants with Campanula persicifolia in a 1–1.5 m bed for a soft cottage look that still stays compact – good for beginners wanting classic style
Pathway Line – create a low hedge on both sides of a garden path at 25–30 cm spacing for a tidy, structured walkway – perfect for those seeking order without heavy pruning
Courtyard Accent – combine in a large container with low silver foliage plants for contrast, using the rose as the upright focal point – for design-conscious patio and balcony owners
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; premium silver quality rating.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes & Sons in Germany (breeding year 1979); introduced and registered in 1987 by W. Kordes’ Söhne; parentage undocumented, selected for miniature habit.
Awards and recognition
Winner of the Golden Prize of the City of Glasgow at the Glasgow International Rose Trials in 1994, confirming its ornamental reliability and garden performance under UK conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy, upright dwarf shrub 45–55 cm high and 35–45 cm wide with dense, glossy, dark green foliage and moderate prickliness; forms a compact, stable structure well suited to edging and pots.
Flower morphology
Small, double, cupped blooms (0.5–1.5 in, 26–39 petals) carried in clusters; remontant with an abundant second flush, giving repeated display over the season with modest deadheading needs.
Colour data and phenology
Vivid yellow flowers with occasional faint pink-edged petals; buds lemon–butter yellow, opening golden-yellow with creamy outer petals, then fading toward cream and ivory with moderate colour retention.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance is very weak and delicately sweet, generally only noticeable at close range; chosen primarily for compact habit and colouring rather than scent, making it unobtrusive near entrances.
Hip characteristics
Poor hip set owing to the double flowers; may occasionally form small spherical orange-red hips 5–7 mm in diameter, adding a discreet seasonal detail in late season when present.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately -21 to -18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish Zone 3); resistant to powdery mildew, with moderate resistance to black spot and rust, benefiting from basic preventive care.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions with well-drained soil; medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control; recommended spacing 25–45 cm depending on use, planting density up to 15 plants/m².
MANDARIN® Mini - dwarf rose KORcelin offers compact structure, repeat yellow flowering and water-wise ease on a durable own-root framework, making it a thoughtful choice for long-term, low-fuss garden colour.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
MANDARIN® – yellow dwarf-mini rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
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.
Newly 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.
Before Fading:
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 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
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