Deep, velvety crimson-red base colour that can take on a pale mauve hue in damp, cool weather. - historic, old garden rose - strong, long-range scented rose - full bodied, perfumed
– Strong, long‑lasting fragrance for romance
– Deep crimson, velvety rosettes with heritage charm
– Vigorous climber for arbours, pergolas and walls
– Hardy to H7, reliable in colder climates
– Dense, healthy dark foliage with moderate resilience
– Special feature: Once‑flowering historic 1884 Geschwind climber with unforgettable scent and colour depth.
Future-proof garden selection – Everyday elegance
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,10 £
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ERINNERUNG AN BROD – crimson historical old garden rose – Geschwind
Step into a romantic storybook garden with ‘Erinnerung an Brod’, a richly scented historic climber that turns a simple arch or pergola into an inviting corner of afternoon tea and quiet cosiness. Its deep, velvety crimson blooms appear once in summer in a breathtaking flush, clothing long, graceful canes and creating a traditional cottage-garden arbour effect ideal for family gardens. Bred in 1884, this dependable old rose combines period character with the practical reassurance of a hardy, long-lived own-root plant that settles in reliably even where soils stay heavier after rain and wind off the coast. Over time the own-root system supports regeneration, steady flowering and durable structure, giving you a rose that anchors designs for decades with minimal effort.
Dark green leaves with a slightly glossy surface.
Close-up of the moderately thorny stems of Erinnerung an Brod.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Arbour or pergola near a seating area
Ideal for training over an arbour or pergola by a terrace, where its once-a-year flush becomes a seasonal highlight and the strong, full-bodied fragrance drifts around afternoon seating areas – especially appreciated by romantic cottage-garden lovers
House wall or sunny garage wall
Long canes and dense foliage make it excellent for softening a plain wall, giving a traditional, old-world look with minimal structural pruning needs once trained, while own-root vigour supports a long service life – reassuring for busy family homeowners
Traditional cottage-style front garden
Works beautifully as a focal point in a small to medium front garden, weaving historic character and deep crimson colour into a cottage-style planting of perennials and herbs, without demanding complex rose care – attractive for beginner rose gardeners
Informal boundary or tall screen
Its 2.4–3.8 m height and dense foliage lend themselves to a loose screen along a fence, offering summer privacy and a romantic floral curtain, with medium maintenance and straightforward seasonal tying-in – practical for families wanting gentle screening
Part-shaded corner with afternoon sun
Performs well in partial shade, and in cooler, slightly shaded positions its blooms hold a deeper hue, helping you turn less-used side areas into atmospheric, scented spaces without constant attention – ideal for owners of awkward side plots
Robust, long-term feature in a heritage-style scheme
A historic cultivar from 1884, it is suited to long-term planting plans where continuity matters; the own-root form supports long lifespan and recovery after harsh winters, securing lasting structure – valued by heritage and period-garden enthusiasts
Large container by a porch or courtyard
Can be grown in a very large container of at least 40–50 litres, given regular watering during prolonged dry periods and a sturdy support, allowing renters or urban gardeners to enjoy a classic climber – appealing for balcony and patio gardeners
Rose-and-perennial mixed border
In a mixed border it partners well with cottage perennials, while its once-flowering habit creates a concentrated early-summer highlight; its roots establish in year one, top growth fills in year two and full effect comes by year three – reassuring for patient garden planners
Styling ideas
Kitchen-door arbour – Train over a simple wooden arch by the back door, underplant with English lavender and creeping baby’s-breath for a soft-edged, scented walk-through – for cottage-style family cooks stepping into the garden.
Storybook fence run – Let canes wander along a traditional picket or post-and-rail fence, weaving between Gypsophila and hardy herbs to give a lived-in, countryside look – for homeowners wanting informal, romantic boundaries.
Courtyard statement – In a 50-litre half-barrel, tie stems to a metal obelisk and flank with pots of lavender and coneflowers to bring historic drama to a paved space – for urban gardeners craving classic charm in small courtyards.
Evening-scent corner – Place a small bench under a pergola clothed with this rose, backed by dark green hedging so the crimson blooms glow at dusk – for those who treasure quiet evening reading spots outdoors.
Heritage rose walk – Repeat-plant along a garden path on sturdy arches, interspersed with heirloom perennials for a museum-like rose walk with a single, spectacular flowering – for collectors building a period-inspired garden.
Technical cultivar profile
Feature
Data
Name and registration
Erinnerung an Brod is a historic Hybrid Setigera climbing rose, also known as Souvenir de Brod; a crimson old garden rose in the Heritage rose collection with verified cultivar authenticity.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Rudolf Geschwind in Austria around 1884 from Rosa setigera Michx × ‘Génie de Châteaubriand’; introduced by Ketten Frères, reflecting classic Central European heritage breeding work.
Growth and structural characteristics
Strong, climbing habit reaching about 2.4–3.8 m high and 1.6–2.6 m wide, with dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickliness, ideal for arbours, pergolas and wall training.
Flower morphology
Large, very full rosette blooms with over 40 petals, borne mainly solitary; non-remontant but producing a single, impressive once-annual flowering display that defines the early summer garden scene.
Colour data and phenology
Deep velvety crimson-red blooms with darker, almost black centres; buds show blackish-purple tips, and in cool, damp or part-shaded sites flowers may shift towards greyish-mauve and softer purplish-pink tones.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, full-bodied fragrance with a long-range scented effect, best appreciated near paths or seating areas; very double flowers mainly serve ornamental use, with reduced pollinator access to the enclosed stamens.
Hip characteristics
Hip production is usually limited due to the very double bloom form; occasionally small, egg-shaped orange-red hips about 10–15 mm across may develop, adding a subtle seasonal accent in late season.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b); moderate heat and drought tolerance, needing watering during prolonged dry spells, and balanced, moderate disease resistance in typical garden conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Best on supports such as arbours, pergolas, fences or walls; plant 1.9–3 m apart depending on use, in well-drained soil, with occasional pest management and routine tying-in to maintain a neat, structural framework.
Erinnerung an Brod offers a single, sumptuous flush of strongly scented crimson blooms on a hardy, long-lived own-root climber that matures into a lasting garden framework, making it a thoughtful choice for your next romantic planting.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ERINNERUNG AN BROD – crimson historical old garden rose - Geschwind
Product Type:
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally an ovoid, orange-red hip 10–15 mm in diameter may develop.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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