BAJAZZO® – maroon-white striped-petal hybrid tea rose
Imagine stepping onto a sheltered coastal veranda after a blustery walk, the air still carrying a hint of sea salt while the richly patterned blooms of BAJAZZO® glow beside your chair. This own‑root hybrid tea rose has been selected for impact, with tall, climbing growth that quickly clothes trellis or railing yet remains manageable for the average family garden. Its classically shaped, high‑centred flowers bring cut‑rose elegance outdoors, opening in repeating waves for a long season of colour. The velvety burgundy and white‑veined petals create striking contrast that reads beautifully against shingle, gravel or pale rendered walls, while dense, dark foliage provides a calm backdrop. In breezy, maritime gardens it anchors structures confidently and copes well where you must manage good drainage after heavy rain. Planted once as a pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL own‑root shrub, it offers reassuring longevity and the capacity to regenerate from its own wood after pruning or weather damage, maturing from root strength in the first year to taller shoots in the second and full ornamental value by the third.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
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| Coastal veranda windbreak |
Use BAJAZZO® as a vertical accent along balcony railings or verandas, where its climbing habit and dense foliage help soften wind without overwhelming a small space. The tall, flexible canes allow you to shape a filtered screen that still admits light, while the patterned flowers provide a lively focal point against shingle and decking. This works especially well in breezy gardens where you need reliable anchoring and mindful water and drainage management, supporting beginners. |
| Feature rose in a small family garden |
Positioned as a single specimen near a seating area, BAJAZZO® offers a tall, upright presence with repeat flowering, giving months of visual interest from limited ground space. Its dark, glossy leaves and striking bicolour blooms draw the eye, so you can keep the rest of the planting simple and still achieve a designed look. The own‑root form underpins long-term structure with less worry about loss or replanting, reassuring homeowners. |
| Compact rose-and-shingle coastal bed |
In a Cornwall- or Devon-inspired shingle bed, BAJAZZO® can be trained up a discreet support, leaving the surrounding gravel and low perennials open and uncluttered. The height-to-footprint ratio means you gain drama without overfilling a small plot, while repeat flushes of burgundy stripes contrast beautifully with pale stones and sea kale or Festuca. This layout suits busy-gardeners. |
| Large container on sheltered patio |
Grown in a substantial container of at least 40–50 litres, BAJAZZO® becomes a movable column of colour for patios or roof terraces. The strong main shoots can be tied to an obelisk or trellis, letting you lift flowering above eye level while keeping the base clear for underplanting with lavender or low grasses. The own‑root constitution supports stable performance over years in the same pot, appealing to urban-owners. |
| Cut-flower corner by the back door |
Planted near a frequently used entrance, BAJAZZO® places its high‑centred, hybrid-tea blooms and strong fragrance exactly where you can snip them for the house. The upright, climbing habit means you obtain long, straight stems suited to vases, while remontant flowering ensures more buds follow after each cutting. Own‑root resilience helps it recover steadily from regular harvesting, encouraging flower-lovers. |
| Clothed fence in a narrow side return |
In a tight side passage, BAJAZZO® can be trained flat against a fence or wires, using very little soil width while delivering height and privacy. The dense foliage forms a living wall that hides bins or services, and the striking flowers enliven an otherwise forgotten strip of garden. Long-term, own‑root strength allows repeated renovation pruning when space becomes congested, benefiting space-conscious gardeners. |
| Romantic backdrop for a seating nook |
Behind a small seating area, BAJAZZO® provides a richly coloured background that makes pale cushions, bistro sets or timber benches feel more inviting. The tall, climbing growth frames views without needing a full pergola, and the repeating, scented blooms contribute to a relaxed, “tea after the beach” atmosphere. Its enduring framework over several seasons suits lifestyle-focused owners. |
| Structured rose border with complementary perennials |
Used in a mixed border, BAJAZZO® introduces strong vertical lines and a dependable flowering rhythm around which you can group sea kale, Festuca or low baby’s breath. The concentrated burgundy-and-white colour reads clearly from a distance, helping organise the whole scheme visually. Own‑root reliability ensures the border’s main structure remains intact even after hard pruning or weather setbacks, ideal for planner-gardeners. |
Styling ideas
- Seaside-Veranda Screen – Train BAJAZZO® along a simple rail with sea kale and blue Festuca in shingle for a breezy, coastal look – for veranda owners wanting shelter without heaviness.
- Tea-Corner Feature – Place a single plant behind a small bistro set, underplant with lavender in a gravel mulch to enjoy colour and scent over a long season – for homeowners who relax outdoors after work.
- Striped-Rose Border – Use BAJAZZO® as the tall anchor in a slim border, with pale perennials and grasses to echo its maroon-and-cream flowers – for gardeners seeking structure in a narrow plot.
- Patio-Obelisk Display – Grow BAJAZZO® in a 50-litre pot on an obelisk, with trailing baby’s breath at the base to soften the container – for balcony and courtyard users with limited soil.
- Romantic-Fence Run – Repeat plants along a fence at measured intervals, threading canes horizontally for a continuous, scented backdrop – for those wanting a long-lived, atmospheric garden edge.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
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| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose ‘Bajazzo’ (registered as Bajazzo, trade name BAJAZZO®), a classic exhibition-type hybrid tea with high-centred flowers, suitable for both garden display and cutting. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Reimer Kordes, W. Kordes’ Söhne, Germany, introduced and registered in 1961; parentage is undocumented, representing an early climber-style hybrid tea from this breeder. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Strong, climbing hybrid tea to around 150–190 cm high and 75–105 cm spread, with dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage and well-armed, thorny stems providing secure support coverage. |
| Flower morphology |
Medium, double flowers (26–39 petals), high-centred, pointed buds typical of cut-rose types; borne mainly solitary on stems, with remontant habit giving a generous second flush in season. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Deep, velvety burgundy-red with pure white petal reverses and veining; colour lightens to raspberry with creamy tones as blooms age, maintaining an elegant striped contrast through opening and fading. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Elegantly floral, strong fragrance noticeable both in the garden and when cut; retains scent well in indoor arrangements, enhancing its value as a dual-purpose display and cut-flower rose. |
| Hip characteristics |
Hip set is generally sparse due to very full, double blooms; when present, produces small, ovoid red hips about 10–14 mm in diameter, contributing modest late-season ornamental interest. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish Zone 3); foliage is very susceptible to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, so regular protective care is advisable. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil; space 55–100 cm depending on use. Responds well to training and tied support. Requires consistent disease management for optimal foliage and flowering. |
BAJAZZO® offers tall, climbing presence, striking burgundy-and-white blooms and a long cutting season, while its own-root form supports dependable, renewable growth; consider it where you want lasting character from a single rose.
