SATIN HAZE® – pink groundcover rose – Evers
Let SATIN HAZE® bring a veil of pastel charm to your garden: a low, spreading rose that softens hard edges with clouds of flowers from early summer into autumn, creating gentle colour even when the sky is grey and the light is soft. Its single blooms open a clear, silky pink, then fade to almost porcelain with golden-yellow centres that draw in bees and other pollinators. Bred by Rosen Tantau for reliability and ADR-certified health, it shrugs off rain and typical Irish humidity with excellent resistance, while its own-root form quietly builds a long-lived, stable planting that copes well where summers are short yet repeat flowering really matters. Over the first three years it gradually settles in – first strengthening its roots, then filling out with new shoots, before maturing into a full, enduring carpet of bloom.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Front garden groundcover under windows |
SATIN HAZE® forms a low, spreading mound, ideal for softening the base of a house or low walls without blocking light into front windows. The restrained height keeps it neat, while the pastel colour suits cottage and terraced streetscapes for the style-conscious beginner homeowner |
| Irish cottage-style mixed flower bed |
The rose’s pastel pink, open blooms repeat from early summer, weaving between perennials without overwhelming them and giving a relaxed, country look. Own-root plants steadily build a long-lived base, so beds mature gracefully with minimal replanting for traditional-garden lovers beginners |
| Low edging along paths and drives |
The spreading, ground-hugging habit is perfect for edging paths, where arching stems create a soft, flowing line of colour. Sparse prickles make brushing past less of a worry, and basic trimming once a year keeps it tidy for busy gardeners families |
| Slopes and tricky banks |
Dense foliage and spreading growth help to knit soil together and cover bare ground, giving a green, flower-dotted carpet where mowing is awkward. Own-root resilience means the planting recovers better from knocks or weather damage for practical planners householders |
| Bee- and pollinator-friendly planting strip |
Single blooms with clearly exposed golden stamens make nectar and pollen easy to reach, encouraging bees and hoverflies all summer. Repeat flushes of flower extend the feeding season along paths, drives, or fence lines for nature-focused gardeners pollinator-lovers |
| Low-maintenance urban front garden |
ADR-certified health and robust disease resistance mean fewer fungicide sprays and less worry in damp, shaded streets. Even in changeable Irish weather with frequent rain and coastal winds, foliage stays attractive with light, routine care for time-poor city dwellers urbanites |
| Small rose bed for beginners |
In a simple bed, recommended spacings create a full, flowering carpet within a few seasons without complex pruning. Own-root plants steadily improve year by year, so you get more flower and structure from the same planting for those testing the gardening waters novices |
| Large container on patio or balcony (40–50 L+) |
In a roomy, well-drained pot of at least 40–50 litres, its compact height and arching spread create a soft, low dome of pink that brightens seating areas. Good disease resistance and modest feeding needs keep container care manageable for space-limited gardeners apartment-owners |
Styling ideas
- Cottage-Soft Border – Combine SATIN HAZE® with feverfew and airy grasses for a relaxed, daisy-dotted edging that echoes old Irish cottage paths – ideal for romantic traditionalists
- Pink-Pastel Drift – Mass-plant along a low wall or driveway for a drifting carpet of pastel pink that stays attractive with minimal pruning – perfect for low-maintenance planners
- Pollinator-Pathway – Thread plants between Salvia nemorosa and herbs beside a walkway so bees move from blue spires to open rose blooms all summer – suited to wildlife enthusiasts
- Urban-Front Welcome – Pair SATIN HAZE® with evergreen box balls or small grasses in a narrow front bed to create a tidy, long-lived frame for a terraced doorway – good for busy commuters
- Soft-Container Dome – In a 50-litre terracotta pot, underplant with trailing ice plant and thyme so pink roses spill gently over a carpet of succulents and scent – great for balcony gardeners
Technical cultivar profile
| Property | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Groundcover bush rose, trade name SATIN HAZE® – pink groundcover rose – Evers; exhibition name Satin Haze; group: ground cover, shrub; collection: Groundcover; commercial group: Clúdach talún. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Christian Evers for Rosen Tantau in Uetersen, Germany; parentage unknown; bred before 2004, registered 2004 and introduced 2005 by Rosen Tantau as a durable landscape groundcover rose. |
| Awards and recognition |
Highly decorated: ADR certification 2007, Bronze medal Baden-Baden 2010, Gold medal and special prize Geneva 2010, ÖRP prizes Baden-Baden and Vienna 2011, Certificate de Mérite Orléans 2011. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Low, spreading shrub with dense, glossy dark green foliage; height typically 40–70 cm and spread 50–100 cm; sparsely thorned shoots; habit designed for groundcover, edging, banks and mass planting. |
| Flower morphology |
Single, flat blooms in corymbose clusters; 5–12 petals per flower, medium size at 4–7 cm; remontant with an abundant second flowering; overall effect is a soft, veil-like carpet of simple blooms. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Delicate pastel pink with silky sheen; ARS LPk, RHS 65C outer and 62B inner; buds mid pink, fading to almost porcelain with cream tint; golden-yellow stamens remain visible throughout full bloom. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Fragrance very weak and barely noticeable, making it suited to spots where scent is not essential; visual impact and flower continuity are the primary attractions rather than perfume-led planting schemes. |
| Hip characteristics |
Occasional small spherical hips form, around 8–13 mm across; orange-red colouring gives a light autumn accent without dominating the plant, and hip set is generally sparse in typical garden conditions. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Very hardy groundcover rose, rated H7, suitable down to about –34 to –32 °C; resistant to powdery mildew and rust, moderate against black spot; foliage typically stays serviceable with minimal spraying. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Prefers sunny positions and well-drained soil; plant 35–65 cm apart depending on use; 5.7–6.6 plants/m² for mass cover; low feeding and pruning needs suit low-maintenance gardens, banks and public plantings. |
SATIN HAZE® offers soft pastel groundcover, pollinator-friendly single blooms and long-lived own-root reliability, making it a thoughtful choice for those planning a gentle, easy-care family garden.
