Sympathie

Climbing rose

- – Reimer Kordes

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

– Large, velvety deep-red clusters all season.
– Strong, full fragrance with classic rose notes.
– Vigorous climber for walls, arches and pergolas.
– Dense, glossy dark foliage for rich backdrop.
– Proven performance with ADR 1964 distinction.
– Special feature: Forms decorative orange-red hips if spent blooms are left on the plant.

Exclusive, space-defining – specialty

pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted rose cutting

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Sympathie Climbing rose KORdalen – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted cutting

Vertical production with Sympathie offers a reliably exclusive deep-red climber for pergolas, walls and arches where a feature plant is required as a trained, staked finished product in 5–7 L containers. As own-root pharmaROSA® NEONATAL material, it provides a stable base for nursery networks needing predictable, large-flowered climbers that tolerate wind and winter in exposed UK sites through a broad hardiness window. The dense, glossy foliage, strong fragrance and vigorous growth habit support efficient training on 3–5 canes, while the ADR-level background and remontant flowering pattern help underpin professional credibility for thematic rose gardens and collection projects.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
Trained climber for pergolas and arches (5–7 L containers)	Vigorous climbing growth to 260–380 cm with 150–250 cm spread allows efficient training on 3–5 main canes, giving quick structure for pergolas and arches. Using own-root NEONATAL material in 5–7 L as a trained climber finished product aligns well with UK nursery workflows. Medium maintenance fits commercial labour planning while delivering an exclusive, space-defining vertical garden feature for retail and reseller ranges.
Deep-red signature feature for thematic and show gardens	The velvety, rich deep-red colour with good retention and gradual shift towards burgundy creates a strong visual anchor for collection beds and thematic rose gardens. As a trained climber finished product in 5–7 L, it is straightforward to position as a premium, space-defining specialty SKU. Own-root NEONATAL supply supports homogeneous stands and predictable capacity for curating distinctive vertical garden features for public-realm and show-garden partners.
Fragrant vertical element for high-footfall sites	Strong, full, rich fragrance with well-scented blooms adds sensory impact on arches, walls and pergolas along main visitor routes. Remontant, cluster-flowered semi-double blooms keep scented interest going when production is scheduled correctly from rooted cutting through to trained climber in 5–7 L. This combination strengthens the value proposition of vertical garden feature products for destination garden centres and display projects.
Heat-tolerant climber for South and South-East UK projects	Good heat tolerance, with only regular watering needed in prolonged drought, supports reliable performance on sun-exposed fences and walls, especially in warmer southern regions. NEONATAL own-root material gives a robust base for pergola and fence product lines, from propagation bed to trained climber finish. This underpins the promise of dependable vertical garden features in demanding microclimates for landscape and public-realm contractors.
Hardy climber for colder or wind-exposed schemes	Hardiness to approximately -26 – -23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 4, USDA 5b) enables planting in colder, wind-exposed schemes and aligns with nationwide distribution where winters vary. Own-root forms help maintain long-term structure, reducing replacement in pergola and wall plantings. The development arc from strong roots in year one, growing framework in year two and full ornamental effect by year three supports planning of vertical garden feature capacity for integrator and chain-nursery systems.
Moderately pollinator-friendly climber for public planting	Semi-double, 13–25-petalled flowers offer moderate pollinator access, an advantage where vertical features must also contribute to biodiversity without compromising ornamental impact. Positioning Sympathie as a trained climber in 5–7 L simplifies deployment along fences and arches in public and institutional schemes. Own-root NEONATAL supply ensures identity and continuity for thematic rose garden and collection plantings for municipal and institutional buyers.
Climber with ornamental hips for low-intervention areas	If deadheading is reduced, moderate quantities of 12–18 mm, ovoid, orange-red hips provide additional autumn interest on walls and fences. This suits zones where occasional rather than intensive maintenance is planned. Starting from own-root NEONATAL stock and finishing as staked, trained climbers in 5–7 L allows clear scheduling of both flowering and hip display as a vertical garden feature for landscape-specification catalogues.
ADR-background climber for reliability-focused portfolios	The ADR (1964) background, combined with resistance that is good against black spot and moderate for other diseases, supports production where medium plant protection is acceptable but long-term reliability still matters. As NEONATAL own-root material, Sympathie can be integrated into propagation beds and rolled forward into trained climber 5–7 L SKUs, giving a stable, exclusive vertical garden feature line for wholesale-focused nurseries.

Finished-product ideas

5–7 L trained climber for pergolas – Vigorous, hardy growth and rich deep-red colour support a premium trained climber offer on 3–5 canes in 5–7 L pots, ideal as an exclusive vertical garden feature line – retail garden centres and specialist nurseries.
Collection-grade climber for thematic rose gardens – Own-root NEONATAL origin and ADR background enable reliable, long-lived stands for curated rose collections, supplied as uniform, staked 5–7 L climbers – public gardens and estate managers.
Fragrant archway series – Strong fragrance and remontant flowering make Sympathie suitable for a fragrant-arch SKU, trained on canes for quick coverage when planted in pairs – display-focused retailers and show-garden contractors.
Heat-resilient wall and fence climber – Good heat tolerance and dense foliage allow specification for sunny walls and fences, using own-root trained climbers from 5–7 L for consistent establishment – landscape and public-realm framework suppliers.
Ornamental-hip autumn interest climber – Where deadheading is reduced, orange-red hips extend seasonality on arches and pergolas; propagated on own roots and finished as medium-maintenance 5–7 L climbers – municipal and institutional planting schemes.

Technical cultivar profile

Parameter	Data
Name and registration	Large-flowered climbing rose, Hybrid Kordesii group; registered as KORdalen, marketed as Sympathie Climbing rose KORdalen, ARS exhibition name Sympathie, exhibition category exhibition climber rose.
Origin and breeding	Raised by Reimer Kordes at W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany, from ‘Wilhelm Hansmann’ × ‘Don Juan’; bred, registered and introduced in 1964 by W. Kordes’ Söhne for international climber ranges.
Awards and recognition	ADR distinction dated 1964 indicates tested performance under Central European conditions, adding reassurance for professional growers building reliable, long-term climber assortments and vertical rose collections.
Growth and structural characteristics	Vigorous climbing habit reaching about 260–380 cm high and 150–250 cm spread, with dense, glossy dark-green foliage and moderate prickliness; best presented as a trained climber on 3–5 structural canes.
Flower morphology	Semi-double, large blooms (around 2.75–3.95 in) with 13–25 petals, cup-shaped and cluster-flowered; remontant, with an abundant second flush, suitable for impactful, repeated colour on vertical structures and cutting.
Colour data and phenology	Deep, velvety red flowers (RHS 53A outer, 53B inner) with darker tones; buds dark burgundy; colour holds well, fading slightly paler in strong sun and deepening to burgundy with a light smoky hue as blooms mature.
Fragrance and aroma	Strong, full, rich rose fragrance, clearly noticeable in planted structures and cut use; semi-double blooms with moderate pollinator attraction due to partly reduced access to stamens and nectar compared with single forms.
Hip characteristics	Forms moderate numbers of 12–18 mm, ovoid, orange-red hips with ornamental value when spent blooms are not removed; useful for extending seasonal interest on climber structures into late season and autumn.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Hardy to around -26 – -23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 4, USDA 5b); disease resistance overall moderate, with good black spot resistance and moderate powdery mildew and rust response; heat tolerance good with regular watering.
Horticultural recommendations	Best used as a trained climber on pergolas, fences, arches and walls, with medium maintenance and occasional plant protection; also suitable as a cut flower source from vertical structures and for premium exhibition climber displays.

Sympathie Climbing rose KORdalen offers vigorous vertical growth, rich deep-red, fragrant blooms and ADR-backed reliability on a predictable, long-lived own-root base; please contact us to coordinate volumes, timing and integration into your climber programme.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: SYMPATHIE – deep red climbing rose - Kordes

Product Type: pharmaROSA® NEONATAL - rooted rose cutting

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:31.08.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: premium gold

Item Number: [1073] 20-986 (14.02.2026) pharmarosaneonatal.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name is the German word "Sympathie", meaning sympathy and compassion.

Cultivar Synonym: Sympathy; Sympathie®

Registered Cultivar Name: KORdalen

Original Trade Name: Sympathie

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: Sympathie Climbing rose KORdalen

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: Sympathie

Rose Group: Large -Flowered Climber, Hybrid Kordesii

Commercial Type: climber, climbing rose

Commercial Group: Climbing rose

Exhibition Category: exhibition climber rose

Collection: Climbing rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: W. Kordes’ Söhne (Germany)

Introduction Year: 1964

Registration Year: 1964

Breeder: Reimer Kordes

Breeding Company / Institution: W Kordes’ Söhne

Breeding Year: Germany, 1964

Parentage: ‘Wilhelm Hansmann’ × ‘Don Juan’

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: ADR (1964)

Competition and Show Awards: -

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 8.5-12.5ft (260-380 cm)

Spread: 4.9-8.2ft (150-250 cm)

Growth Habit: climbing

Foliage: The variety has dense foliage. The leaves are glossy and dark green.

Prickliness: moderately thorny

Self-Cleaning Description: Most of the faded flowers remain on the plant and require subsequent cleaning.

Self-Cleaning Intensity: Self-cleaning: poor.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25

Flower Fullness: semi-double

Flower Shape: cup

Flower Size: L (2,75-3,95 in)

Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered

Colour Code: ARS code: Mr RHS code: 53A (outer), 53B (inner)

Repeat Flowering: Remontant; the second flowering is also abundant.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: deep-red

Flower Colour Description: Velvety, rich red with slightly darker tones. The colour is even and shines intensely in the light.

Closed Bud: Dark burgundy with a velvety surface and a tip that appears blackish in the light.

Newly Opened Flower: Deep, vivid red, with a slightly darker edging on the outer petal whorl.

Full Bloom: Rich, velvety red, the inner surface of the petals shows a paler sheen.

Before Fading: The red tone gradually shifts to burgundy, with a slight smoky hue.

Colour Fading Description: In strong sunlight it may become slightly paler, while in cooler conditions it remains a deep red.

Colour Retention Level: good

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: strong, well-scented rose

Fragrance Character: full, rich character

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.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Semi-double, 13–25-petalled flowers are moderately pollinator-friendly.

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 12-18 mm

Hip Shape: egg shaped

Hip Colour: orange-red

Hip Comment: Forming in moderate quantities, 12–18 mm in diameter, ovoid, orange-red rose hips; ornamental value if the spent flowers are not removed.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -26–-23 °C

RHS Hardiness Rating: H7

Swedish Hardiness Zone: Zon 4

USDA Hardiness Zone: 5b

Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Tolerates heat well; requires regular watering during prolonged drought.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: good

Disease Resistance: moderate

powdery mildew – moderate
black spot – resistant
rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended product path: Trained climber finished product

Recommended target pot: 5–7 L

Release form: Staked, trained (3–5 main canes)

Recommended use: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires plant protection.

Primary Uses: pergola, fence, arches, wall, cut flower

Comments

Positioning: Exclusive, space-defining – specialty

Target customer/channel: Retail / reseller

Main value proposition: Vertical garden feature, distinctive habit

SYMPATHIE – deep red climbing rose - Kordes

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

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PharmaRosa® NEONATAL is the cost‑effective starting point for rose product production.

As a uniform, own‑rooted propagation material, it provides a stable basis for further growing-on and can be integrated flexibly into different finished product production technologies.
Rooted in trays (rooted), 3–6‑month‑old, own‑rooted rose cutting.
Uniform developmental stage, with a root system that has thoroughly penetrated the plug.
For professional growing‑on.
Tray packaging: 10 pcs/tray.
Quality and varietal identity: production supported by a dedicated identification and traceability logic.
Can be transplanted during frost‑free periods, designed for finished product production.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL provides a controlled, uniform starting stock for planned growing‑on that can be integrated into your own technology – especially where scheduling and varietal identity are paramount.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug, with a root system penetrating the plug (semi-finished product / semi-finished rose). PharmaRosa® NEONATAL rose propagation material size: 3–6‑month‑old, own-rooted cutting with a uniform developmental stage. PharmaRosa® NEONATAL tray stock: own-rooted rose propagation material in trays, uniform developmental stage (10 pcs/tray).

Captions (from left to right): Semi-finished product (NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug with a fully developed root system) • Size demonstration (3–6‑month‑old, uniform cutting) • Root system detail (plug penetrated by the root system) • Tray stock (10 pcs/tray, uniform developmental stage)