Velvety, rich red with slightly darker tones. The colour is even and shines intensely in the light. - climber, climbing rose - strong, well-scented rose - full, rich character
– Sympathie le bláthanna móra cupánacha
– Dath dearg veilbhiteach a mhaireann go maith
– Boladh láidir rós clasaiceach, an-bhreá
– Riocht dreapadóra cumhachtach, líonta dlúth
– Seasann go han-mhaith le teas agus triomach
– Gné speisialta: Fásann go hard ar áirsí, ballaí agus pergolaithe, foirfe mar phríomhphointe sa ghairdín.
antoniaROSE® ORIGINAL rós i bpota 2 lítear ar a fhréamhacha féin
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SYMPATHIE – deep red climbing rose - Kordes
If You dream of a rose that brings character and cottage-garden romance to a small Irish front garden, ‘Sympathie’ rewards You with months of velvety deep-red bloom and a strong, classic fragrance that hangs in the air after rain. This reliable climber copes well with moist, heavy soils once given decent drainage, staying healthy even when humidity and showers are frequent. Trained on a fence, arch or Dublin terrace façade, its glossy dark foliage and generous clusters of semi-double flowers create instant vertical impact, while own-root growth supports a long-lived, regenerating framework that matures steadily without complicated care. Over time – roots in the first year, stronger shoots in the second, full show by the third – You can expect enduring colour, head-turning height and a gently buzzing, moderately pollinator-friendly sanctuary.
Sympathie showing rich red flowers in full bloom.
Glossy, dark green foliage of Sympathie climbing rose
Close-up of the moderately thorny stems of Sympathie.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front-garden arch or cottage-style entrance
‘Sympathie’ quickly transforms a simple metal or wooden arch into a welcoming deep-red tunnel, its climbing habit giving impressive height without taking precious ground space, ideal where You want maximum vertical character in a small family garden – perfect for the romantic-minded beginner.
Dublin terraced-house railings and fences
The tall, flexible canes and glossy foliage create a green screen that suits narrow, busy streets, while the rose’s ability to cope with frequent showers and cool breezes keeps it looking composed in typical Irish weather, softening railings with cottage charm – well suited to time-pressed urban homeowners.
Perfumed seating nook or patio corner
The strong, full fragrance carries beautifully around a bench or small patio, so You can enjoy an evening cup of tea under rich, velvety blooms, with repeat flushes keeping scent in the air for much of the season, even when You have little time for detailed pruning – ideal for fragrance-loving gardeners.
Family pergola or play-area backdrop
Used on a pergola, this climbing rose forms a leafy framework that comes back year after year from its own roots, providing shade, colour and a sense of enclosure, while the sturdy structure develops gradually with simple tying-in and occasional deadheading – reassuring for practical family planners.
Cottage-style mixed border with perennials
Its long flowering season and repeat flushes weave consistent colour through summer, pairing beautifully with bee balm, penstemon or St John’s wort, and the semi-double blooms offer moderate interest for pollinators to keep the border lively – appealing to nature-oriented border designers.
Low-maintenance vertical accent on walls
Once established against a sunny or lightly shaded wall, ‘Sympathie’ forms a permanent climbing framework that only needs light seasonal pruning and tying, rewarding You with dependable coverage and bloom for many years, without constant replanting or fuss – a sound choice for busy owners.
Large container on balcony or paved courtyard
Grown in a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, this climber offers dramatic height and colour where borders are impossible, and its remontant flowering ensures repeated display over short Irish summers, provided regular watering is given – practical for compact-space residents.
Seasonal cut flowers for the house
The sizeable, cup-shaped, velvety red blooms with long, straight stems make handsome, fragrant cut flowers, so one established plant on a fence can supply multiple bunches through the season without losing its garden presence – rewarding for home-flower-loving cutters.
Styling ideas
Cottage-Arch – Train ‘Sympathie’ over a simple wooden arch, underplant with foxgloves and hardy geraniums for a soft, storybook entrance – ideal for romantic cottage-garden fans.
Terrace-Screen – Weave canes along black railings, adding evergreen climbers and pots of lavender beneath for year-round structure with scented highlights – perfect for Dublin terrace front-garden owners.
Red-and-Gold – Pair its deep-red clusters with Hypericum ‘Hidcote’ and bronze grasses to create a warm, glowing backdrop – suited to those seeking bold yet easy colour harmonies.
Perfumed-Nook – Let stems clothe a small pergola above a bench, with shade-tolerant ferns and hostas at ground level for a cool, scented retreat – appealing to evening sitters and book lovers.
Wildlife-Drift – Combine this moderately pollinator-friendly rose with bee balm and penstemon to draw bees along a sunny fence line – great for families keen to support garden wildlife.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Large-flowered climbing Hybrid Kordesii rose; registered as KORdalen, marketed as Sympathie Climbing rose KORdalen, ARS exhibition name ‘Sympathie’, part of the Climbing rose collection.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Reimer Kordes at W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany, from ‘Wilhelm Hansmann’ × ‘Don Juan’; introduced and registered in 1964 as a robust garden and exhibition climbing rose.
Awards and recognition
Holds the prestigious ADR recognition from 1964, reflecting proven garden performance, reliable flowering and solid health under European trial conditions over multiple seasons.
Growth and structural characteristics
Vigorous climber 260–380 cm high with 150–250 cm spread, dense, glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickles; canes suit training on arches, fences, walls and pergolas for vertical structure.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, cup-shaped clusters of large 7–10 cm blooms with 13–25 petals; remontant habit delivers a strong main flush followed by a generous second flowering later in the season.
Colour data and phenology
Velvety rich deep-red flowers, RHS 53A outer and 53B inner; buds dark burgundy, ageing slightly paler in strong sun, deeper in cool weather, with subtle smoky burgundy tones as blooms mature.
Fragrance and aroma
Strongly scented rose with a full, rich character; classic perfumed notes are noticeable around the plant, especially in still, mild conditions, adding sensory appeal for seating areas and entrances.
Hip characteristics
Forms moderate numbers of ovoid, orange-red hips 12–18 mm across; decorative in autumn and winter if spent flowers are not removed, adding seasonal interest for birds and informal displays.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to around −26 to −23 °C (H7, USDA 5b); good heat tolerance with watering in drought; black spot resistant, with moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust under high pressure.
Horticultural recommendations
Best on sunny or lightly shaded supports; space 180–320 cm depending on use, allow 0.3 plants/m² in mass plantings, secure canes regularly, and deadhead or leave some flowers for hips as desired.
SYMPATHIE – deep red climbing rose - Kordes offers dramatic height, long-season colour and rich fragrance on a durable own-root framework, making it a thoughtful choice for those planning a lasting, atmospheric garden feature.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
SYMPATHIE – deep red climbing rose - Kordes
Product Type:
antoniaROSE® ORIGINAL - rós i bpota 2 lítear ar a fhréamhacha féin
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double, 13–25-petalled flowers moderately attract pollinators, since the semi-double form and reduced stamen accessibility limit pollen and nectar access compared with single (simple) blooms.
Rose Hip Notes:
Forming in moderate quantities, 12–18 mm in diameter, ovoid, orange-red rose hips; ornamental value if the spent flowers are not removed.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual 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.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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