MADAME ANISETTE® – cream-white hybrid tea rose - Kordes
Imagine stepping outside after a shower of soft Irish rain, taking a few relaxed steps along the path and being wrapped in a spicy-sweet cloud of fragrance and gentle luxury. Madame Anisette® brings tall, elegant stems topped with large, very full, cream-white blooms that glow even under overcast skies and cope well with the kind of breezy, moist conditions and changeable weather our gardens know so well. Bred by Kordes in Germany, this Parfuma® hybrid tea is selected for outstanding disease resistance and heat tolerance, so you can enjoy aniseed–myrrh scented flowers for months with minimal pruning or fuss. As an own-root rose, it settles in steadily and rewards you more each season – roots first, then stronger shoots, and by the third year a full, fragrant display that becomes a long-lived feature in any family garden.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Fragrant front garden focal point |
Use Madame Anisette® as a tall, upright accent near your front door or gate, where its very strong aniseed–myrrh perfume can be appreciated on everyday comings and goings; own-root growth ensures a long-lived, reliable presence for fragrance-seeking homeowners and beginners. |
| Irish cottage-style mixed border |
Plant in a mixed border with perennials such as Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ or Liatris ‘Kobold’ so the cream-white blooms contrast beautifully with warm, cottage-style colours while the bushy habit and strong disease resistance keep upkeep low for nature-oriented families. |
| Low-maintenance repeat-flowering feature |
Choose Madame Anisette® where you want steady flowers from early summer well into autumn; its remontant habit means flush after flush of large blooms with just occasional deadheading, which particularly suits busy urban gardeners and newcomers. |
| Elegant cut-flower corner |
Grow a small group at 50–75 cm spacing to create your own cutting patch; the long, straight stems and large, very full flowers last well in a vase, giving indoor enjoyment of the garden’s perfume for fragrance-loving householders and urban residents. |
| Durable structure in small to medium gardens |
In a family garden, Madame Anisette®’s upright, bushy shape and dense dark foliage give year-round structure, while the own-root form builds a stable, regenerating plant that copes with normal wear and tear, suiting long-term planners and practical owners. |
| Weather-tolerant showpiece bed |
Use it in exposed or changeable sites where good disease resistance and tolerance of moist, mild conditions make care simpler, even when summers are short and rainy, which is reassuring for coastal-region gardeners and time-pressed couples. |
| Clay-soil family garden with improved drainage |
Once planted into well-prepared, free-draining clay with compost and mulch, this rose’s robust root system and ADR-level health let it establish strongly over the seasons, ideal for homeowners improving typical Irish plots and casual gardeners. |
| Large container on patio or terrace |
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with good drainage, Madame Anisette® becomes a vertical, perfumed accent that you can place beside seating areas; its repeat flowering and low pruning needs make it convenient for balcony and patio-focused users. |
Styling ideas
- Cottage-Chic – Combine Madame Anisette® with Gypsophila repens ‘Knuddel’ to soften the base, creating a frothy, romantic cottage look – ideal for front gardens seeking gentle scent and effortless charm for relaxed homeowners.
- Evening-Perfume – Position near a terrace with soft lighting so pale blooms and strong fragrance stand out at dusk – suited to busy professionals who unwind outdoors after work with minimal maintenance.
- Elegant-Hedging – Plant in a loose line at about 40 cm spacing to form a perfumed, waist-high boundary – perfect for families wanting a tidy, low-care divider instead of a standard evergreen hedge.
- Cutting-Corner – Dedicate a sunny square to several plants for reliable, long-stemmed cut flowers – great for hobby florists and anyone who likes to bring home-grown, scented roses indoors regularly.
- Patio-Statement – Grow a single specimen in a large 50 litre container, underplanted with low herbs, to act as a moveable focal point – fitting for renters or balcony gardeners who need flexibility and simple care.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as KORberonem, marketed as Madame Anisette® Parfuma®, exhibition name Madame Anisette®, premium silver cultivar rating for garden use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes at W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany, from two unnamed seedlings; introduced after 2016, with 2016 US registration (PP 26 747) for wider distribution. |
| Awards and recognition |
ADR 2014 and Label Rouge 2016, plus multiple international medals from Tokyo, Rome, Paris, Lyon, Rieti, Belfast and Kortrijk, confirming ornamental quality and garden reliability. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright, bushy shrub reaching about 120–160 cm high and 60–80 cm wide, with dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickles giving a sturdy yet refined presence. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, 7–10 cm diameter, very full double blooms with 40+ petals, produced mainly in clusters with a spherical, pompon-like form that suits both garden display and cutting. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Cream-white flowers with a faint peach or ivory tint, ARS white group, RHS 155D–158C; colour holds well, only lightly lightening in strong sun, maintaining a refined, uniform appearance. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Very strong, far-carrying perfume with a distinctive spicy-sweet character combining aniseed and myrrh notes, selected as part of the Parfuma® line for exceptional scent intensity. |
| Hip characteristics |
Due to very double blooms, hip set is generally low; where present, expect occasional ovoid orange-red hips about 10–14 mm across, adding modest late-season interest. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Excellent resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy to around −26 to −23 °C (USDA 5b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 4), with good tolerance of heat and moderate drought. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates partial shade. Space 40–75 cm depending on use, water deeply in dry spells, and prune lightly to maintain shape and flowering. |
Madame Anisette® offers powerful aniseed fragrance, repeat creamy-white blooms and long-lived own-root reliability for family gardens and patios, making it a thoughtful choice if you value scented ease over complicated care.
