EISPRINZESSIN ® – white bedding floribunda rose - Kordes
Step outside for a moment of quiet contentment with Eisprinzessin, a softly coloured floribunda that shrugs off damp Irish days and the kind of rainfall that would flatten fussier roses. Its semi-double blooms in cool pastel tones open in generous clusters, repeating from early summer well into autumn so your small garden stays gently luminous for months. This own-root shrub settles in steadily – first roots, then strong shoots, and by the third year a full, reliable display – giving long-term value without complex regimes. Upright, medium-sized and naturally orderly, it fits beautifully into cottage-style mixed borders or a Dublin terrace front, especially where you want easy-care structure and a clean, modern look. In a large, well-drained bed, it copes well with heavier ground once you improve drainage and add a light mulch.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Front cottage flower bed near the house |
The compact, upright shape and 75–105 cm height make this floribunda ideal for front-of-house beds, where the cool white and pale pink flowers brighten dull days and look refined against stone or render, suiting the taste of the Irish cottage gardener. |
| Dublin terraced-house front garden |
In the tight space of a city front, this rose forms a neat, medium-height bush with glossy dark foliage, giving year-round structure and repeated flushes of soft blooms with minimal pruning, perfect for the busy urban homeowner. |
| Small mixed border with perennials |
Clusters of semi-double flowers in cool tones pair beautifully with airy perennials like Russian sage or blazing star, and its moderate disease resistance supports low-spray gardening ambitions for the nature-conscious hobbyist. |
| Low flowering hedge along a path |
Regular spacing at about 35 cm creates a low, blooming hedge that guides you along paths, with repeat flowering and tidy growth giving an ordered but soft effect appreciated by the family-garden planner. |
| Feature group planting in a lawn bay |
Planted in a group at 45 cm, the shrubs knit together into a generous white-and-pink drift that looks impressive from the kitchen window, even in changeable, showery Irish weather, pleasing the view-focused homeowner. |
| Large patio container or doorstep pot |
Given a 40–50 litre container with good drainage and regular watering, this upright floribunda offers a refined, repeat-flowering accent by the door with simple seasonal care, suiting the pot-loving beginner. |
| Urban parklet or shared courtyard bed |
The medium maintenance level, moderate heat tolerance and sturdy habit make it a good fit for communal beds where simple pruning and occasional pest checks are realistic for the time-pressed community gardener. |
| Low-chemical family garden border |
Its resistant reaction to black spot and generally moderate disease profile mean fewer interventions, while own-root durability helps the plant recover if stressed, reassuring the low-input family gardener. |
Styling ideas
- Cottage-porch welcome – Line a short path to the front door with Eisprinzessin and soft blue catmint, creating a pastel, storybook entrance – ideal for romantic cottage owners.
- City-front calm – Combine one or two shrubs with box balls and slate mulch in a tiny Dublin front, for a clean, low-fuss composition – ideal for minimalist urban dwellers.
- Soft-white ribbon – Plant a loose edging curve along a lawn or driveway, alternating with pink foxgloves for vertical accents – ideal for those who like gentle structure.
- Pastel pollinator strip – Mix with Russian sage and blazing star so the airy perennials provide insect appeal around the softly coloured rose – ideal for wildlife-minded gardeners.
- Elegant container duo – In two 50 litre pots, underplant with silvery Helichrysum and white lobelia to echo the rose’s cool palette – ideal for balcony and patio owners.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Floribunda bedding rose, registered as KORettiflus, traded as Eisprinzessin Flowerbed rose KORettiflus; also known in exhibitions as Ice Princess floribunda bush rose. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes in Germany around 2006, introduced by W. Kordes’ Söhne in 2015; parentage not recorded, developed within their modern floribunda breeding lines. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright floribunda shrub 75–105 cm high and 50–70 cm wide, moderately thorny with dense, glossy dark green foliage giving good visual cover and a tidy, medium-sized bush. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi-double, cup-shaped blooms with 13–25 petals, large 7–10 cm flowers borne in clusters; repeat flowering with a notably plentiful second flush under normal garden conditions. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Off-white base with pale pink petal edges; buds show a pink veil, strongest at opening, gradually fading so mature blooms appear cool, almost uniform white with a silky finish. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Mild, classic rose scent noticeable only at close range; fragrance adds a gentle traditional note without overpowering nearby seating or windows, suitable for small urban gardens. |
| Hip characteristics |
Rose hips form sparsely; where present they are small, spherical, orange-red fruits around 6–10 mm in diameter, adding discreet late-season interest without heavy seeding. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); moderate general disease resistance, notably good against black spot, with powdery mildew and rust manageable. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Suited to beds, edging, groups, hedging and large containers; prefers improved, drained clay-loam soils, regular watering in dry spells, and planting distances of 35–75 cm. |
EISPRINZESSIN ® offers long-season repeat flowering, manageable medium growth and durable own-root reliability for relaxed Irish gardens, making it a considered choice for your next planting.
