Pure, radiant, medium-intensity golden-yellow tone. - hybrid tea rose - strong, long-lasting scented rose - classic rose character
– Radiant golden-yellow blooms with classic charm.
– XL, cupped double flowers in generous clusters.
– Strong, long-lasting fragrance with rose character.
– Upright, medium-tall habit for beds and parks.
– Proven hardiness to H7 / USDA zone 5b.
– Special feature: Multi-award-winning variety with Gold Medal Monza and Gold Standard rating.
Sustainable garden design – Long-lasting plant
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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STERNTALER ® – golden-yellow tea-hybrid rose - Kordes
Golden clusters of fully double, XL blooms make Sterntaler a striking choice for classic British front gardens, bringing a warm, cottage feel to even small spaces. Its upright, medium-sized bush fits neatly into modest beds, while repeat flowering provides reliable colour from early summer well into autumn. Strong, long-lasting fragrance adds another layer of enjoyment whenever you pass by the front path or patio seating. As an own-root shrub, it matures steadily into a long-lived feature, regenerating well after pruning and coping with weather that can be windy and wet in exposed plots. Give it a sunny spot, reasonable soil preparation and regular watering in dry spells, and you can expect Year 1 to focus on roots, Year 2 on framework shoots, and by Year 3 a fulfilling, stable ornamental display.
Sterntaler ® shows large, cupped, double blooms in golden yellow.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden focal point by the path
The upright habit and medium height allow Sterntaler to sit gracefully beside a path or doorway without overwhelming a modest front garden. Its pure golden-yellow blooms read clearly from the pavement, with strong, classic scent greeting visitors and passers-by. This works well where you want a traditional, welcoming rose but need something proportionate to a small urban or suburban plot, suiting the tastes of the style-conscious beginner.
Small bed or island feature in a family garden
Planted in groups of 3–5 at the recommended spacing, Sterntaler forms a tidy, rounded presence ideal for compact beds in lawns or turning a bare corner into a simple focal point. Repeat flowering and medium maintenance needs mean you mainly water in dry spells, deadhead and give an annual prune, with no complex shaping required, a comfortable level for the typical time-pressed homeowner.
Cottage-style mixed border with perennials
The warm, golden-yellow colour blends beautifully with cottage staples such as purple salvias, blue catmints and soft pink perennials, bringing a soft yet luminous note to the middle of a mixed border. Moderately dense, mid‑green foliage gives enough structure without looking stiff, while clusters of cupped blooms echo traditional tea roses. This suits gardeners seeking romantic planting in a manageable format, including the enthusiastic hobbyist.
Sunny, formal rose bed or geometric layout
Sterntaler’s repeat flowering and fairly even, upright growth make it a good candidate for low, formal rose beds or simple rectangular plots, where you want consistent height and reliable flushes of flower. Planting at the suggested density helps create a coherent block of colour that reads well from windows or terraces. Tasks remain straightforward: winter pruning and light summer tidy-ups, appropriate for the practical planner.
Rose hedge or low seasonal screen
At closer spacings of around 40 cm, Sterntaler can form a low decorative hedge, ideal for edging a front garden, lining a drive, or separating play areas from ornamental borders. The plant’s own-root nature supports gradual thickening from the base over the years, giving a stable, long-lived line of shrubs that recovers well from periodic harder pruning, making this a reassuring choice for the forward-thinking family.
Containers and large pots on terraces or patios
In a well-drained container of at least 40–50 litres, Sterntaler offers generous flowers and fragrance close to seating areas, provided you water regularly and feed through the season. The medium spread and upright habit make it easier to keep in shape than sprawling shrub roses. Own-root growth means it adapts steadily to pot culture and can be renewed by pruning, an appealing option for the balcony or terrace-focused urbanite.
Exposed, breezy spots near the house
The bushy, medium-height framework gives reasonable stability in open, breezy gardens, especially once the own-root plant has settled and anchored into the soil. While it appreciates shelter from the harshest winds, it will handle typical British gusts around corners and along driveways if soil is improved and drainage ensured, helping it manage typical coastal-style rain and wind conditions for the cautious newcomer.
Low-maintenance, long-term planting schemes
With H7 hardiness and reliable repeat flowering, Sterntaler lends itself to schemes where you want to plant once and enjoy a long-lived, consistent display over many seasons. As an own-root rose it tends to reshoot from the base after pruning or weather damage, supporting gradual renewal rather than drastic replanting. Basic annual care keeps it presentable, suiting the maintenance-averse yet quality-conscious gardener.
Styling ideas
Pathway – Plant a pair of Sterntaler roses flanking a front gate or path, underplanted with low white alyssum for a soft golden-and-cream welcome – ideal for homeowners wanting a classic entrance.
Cottage – Combine Sterntaler with blue English bluebeard and soft pink perennials in a loose border to echo traditional cottage charm – perfect for romantic, nostalgia-seeking gardeners.
Formal – Arrange Sterntaler in a square or rectangular bed with precise spacing for a neat block of yellow colour – suited to those who prefer clear structure and simple upkeep.
Hedge – Create a low flowering hedge along a drive by planting a line of Sterntaler with a gravel strip for easy access and pruning – good for families wanting definition without hard fencing.
Terrace – Grow Sterntaler in a large terracotta pot with trailing white or silver foliage plants to highlight the golden blooms near seating – ideal for balcony and patio-focused city dwellers.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Hybrid tea rose, registered as KORquelda, marketed as Sterntaler ® MärchenRosen®. Also known as Golden Fairy Tale in exhibition; ARS colour code yb, premium silver quality rating.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes, W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany, from an unknown seedling × ‘KORruge’; bred in 1995, registered 2006, introduced after 2006 for garden and exhibition use.
Awards and recognition
Highly decorated exhibition hybrid tea: Monza Gold (2003), Baden-Baden Silver (2003), Tokyo Bronze (2003), The Hague Certificate (2003), Kortrijk Silver (2004), BUGA Munich Silver (2005), Hradec Králové Honourable Award (2007).
Growth and structural characteristics
Medium to tall, upright bush reaching around 100–140 cm high and 55–85 cm wide, with moderately dense, slightly glossy mid-green foliage and moderate prickles, forming a well-defined garden shrub.
Flower morphology
Large, cupped, fully double flowers with 26–39 petals, produced mainly in clusters. Classified as XL bloom size, with repeat flowering and a generous second flush if routinely deadheaded during the season.
Colour data and phenology
Radiant golden-yellow at opening, with orange edging on outer petals; colour lightens to cream-yellow as blooms age, especially in heat and strong sun, while still reading as warm, sunny yellow in the garden.
Fragrance and aroma
Strongly scented hybrid tea with a classic rose fragrance character that is noticeable and long lasting around the plant, especially in still, warm conditions and when several blooms are open together.
Hip characteristics
Limited hip set due to very double flowers; occasional hips of roughly 10–16 mm diameter may develop, but overall fruiting is sparse and of minor ornamental importance in most garden settings.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Rated H7 hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (USDA 5b, Swedish Zone 4). Disease resistance is moderate, with possible powdery mildew, black spot and rust in humid seasons, so occasional preventative care is useful.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with regular watering during prolonged drought. Plant 40–75 cm apart depending on use; allow 4.2–4.8 plants/m² in beds. Self-cleaning is moderate, so periodic deadheading helps maintain appearance.
STERNTALER ® offers golden-yellow, strongly fragrant blooms on a long-lived, own-root hybrid tea that repeats reliably and adapts steadily to typical family gardens, making it a thoughtful choice if you value enduring beauty with manageable care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
STERNTALER ® – golden-yellow tea-hybrid rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Meaning of Cultivar Name:
The word "Sterntaler" means "star talers", referring to the Grimm fairy tale in which the kind-hearted girl is rewarded with a shower of coins.
Cultivar Synonym:
Abbeyfield Gold; Elsie de Radt; Golden Fairy Tale™; Storyteller
Competition and Show Awards:
Monza – Gold Medal (2003); Baden‑Baden – Silver Medal (2003); Tokyo – Bronze Medal (2003); The Hague – Certificate (2003); Kortrijk – Silver Medal (2004); BUGA Munich – Silver Medal (2005); Hradec Králové – Honourable Award (2007); Gold Standard rating (2
Closed Bud:
Deep golden yellow, slightly darker towards the tip.
Newly Opened Flower:
Vivid golden yellow, with a delicate orange edging on the outer petals.
Full Bloom:
Uniform golden yellow, the inner petals slightly deeper, the outer ones paler.
Before Fading:
Light cream-yellow with soft peach shading in places.
Colour Fading Description:
As the flower opens, the golden-yellow tone fades to a pale cream-yellow; this may be intensified by strong sunlight and heat.
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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