BAJAZZO® – pink climbing rose – Kordes
Let Bajazzo bring a note of playful colour to your walls, pergolas or a compact Dublin front garden, where its single, open-centred blooms dance in the light and invite bees to visit all summer. Clusters of large, vibrant pink flowers age gently to soft pastel, giving an ever-changing display that suits both “girly” cottage borders and neat city railings. As an own-root plant it is grown for longevity, quietly building roots in year one, structure in year two and full ornamental value by year three, so you can enjoy steady, low-fuss growth and reliable coverage. In typical Irish conditions of rain and poor drainage, good air movement and a sunny, open aspect help this climber settle in and perform, supporting its generous rebloom and pollinators alike.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Sunny cottage-garden pergola |
Ideal where you want generous vertical colour and a relaxed, romantic cottage feel. Large, open single blooms held in clusters give a light, airy effect and provide excellent access for bees and hoverflies. Best suited to a sunny, well-ventilated spot for beginners. |
| South-facing house wall or garage |
Trained on wires, Bajazzo covers walls with a soft veil of pink, yet its single flowers never feel heavy or over-formal. Own-root vigour supports a long-lived framework that can be renewed from the base if needed, reducing long-term replacement costs for homeowners. |
| Dublin terraced front garden railings |
Perfect where space is tight but you still want impact from the street. Its tall, relatively narrow habit lets you clothe railings or a slim trellis without stealing too much pavement or bin space, offering colour and seasonal privacy for busy urban gardeners. |
| Family play garden boundary or divider |
Used on an archway or pillar, it creates a cheerful, storybook entrance between lawn and veg patch. The simple flowers are easy for children to recognise and watch as they change colour, while own-root resilience helps the plant bounce back from the odd knock in lively families. |
| Wildlife-friendly mixed shrub border |
Its open-centred blooms provide pollen through much of the season, and the small red hips add autumn interest for birds. Combining it with wildlife-friendly shrubs and perennials turns an ordinary fence line into a long-season nectar source valued by nature-oriented buyers. |
| Clay-soil Irish cottage boundary |
On heavier Irish soils, planting Bajazzo into a raised, well-drained strip against a fence or hedge lets its climbing growth shine above lower shrubs. This works well where frequent rain and slower drying can challenge roses, especially for rural cottage-garden owners. |
| Large container on balcony or patio (40–60 L) |
In a substantial container with good drainage, you can enjoy Bajazzo on a rented patio or small courtyard, training it up a slim obelisk. Container growing also eases disease monitoring and care in wetter spells, suiting time-pressed city-dwelling tenants. |
| Feature pillar or freestanding obelisk |
Used as a stand-alone feature, Bajazzo creates a vertical accent of pink and green in the lawn or border. Its repeat-flowering habit keeps interest going after the first flush, even in summers that feel short and changeable for Irish rose enthusiasts. |
Styling ideas
- Cottage-arch romance – Train Bajazzo over a wooden arch with soft blue nepeta and white foxgloves beneath for a light, “girly” country look – ideal for family homes seeking informal charm.
- Front-rail glow – Pair it with lavender and low box along terraced-house railings so the pink blooms float above a neat base – perfect for busy urban owners wanting easy kerb appeal.
- Wildlife ribbon – Weave Bajazzo along a fence with Deutzia gracilis and bluebeard shrub to create a nectar-rich, bee-attracting border – suited to nature-focused gardeners.
- Pillar focal point – Spiral it up a metal obelisk in the lawn, underplanting with airy grasses for movement and long-season interest – good for those wanting a simple but striking garden feature.
- Pastel patio screen – In a 50 L pot, grow it against trellis with soft pink and white pelargoniums below for a gentle, private corner – a fit for small patios and balconies.
Technical cultivar profile
| Property | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Large-flowered climbing rose from the Klettermaxe collection, registered as KORteheba and marketed as Bajazzo® / Klettermaxe®. Classified as an exhibition climbing rose within the Rós dreapadó commercial group. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes (Germany), parentage unknown. Raised in 2001, registered 2010 and introduced 2011 by W. Kordes’ Söhne, who also acted as initial distributor for European markets. |
| Awards and recognition |
Holds the ADR award (Germany, 2010). Honoured with a Silver Medal at Baden–Baden, RNRS Trial Ground Certificate in the UK, plus major prizes at The Hague and Vienna rose trials the same year. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Vigorous climber reaching about 200–320 cm high with 70–120 cm spread. Forms dense, glossy dark-green foliage on strongly thorned canes, suited to training on walls, pergolas, pillars or arches. |
| Flower morphology |
Single, cup-shaped flowers with 5–12 petals, typically 7–10 cm across. Borne in clusters, giving a generous first flush followed by a strong repeat, especially when regularly deadheaded and well fed. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Bud deep pink with crimson veining, opening rich cyclamen-pink inside and silvery-rosy outside. Colour fades to soft pastel pink, exposing yellow stamens; in strong sun it lightens faster yet remains decorative. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
No noticeable scent; chosen primarily for colour effect and flower form. The open centre with visible stamens offers good nectar access, supporting bees and other pollinating insects despite the lack of perfume. |
| Hip characteristics |
Produces moderately abundant, ovoid red hips about 10–14 mm across. Hips extend interest into late season and can provide some food value for birds, if deadheading is reduced towards autumn. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (USDA 6b, RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3). Susceptible to powdery mildew and black spot, with moderate rust resistance, so regular preventative spraying and good hygiene are advised. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny, open sites with fertile, well-drained soil. Space 140–240 cm depending on use; 0.4–0.5 plants/m² for massing. Needs regular plant protection and irrigation during prolonged drought for best display. |
BAJAZZO® offers vibrant long-season colour, excellent pollinator appeal and flexible vertical coverage, while its own-root form supports a durable framework, making it a thoughtful choice for Irish family gardens and small urban spaces.
