LUSATIA ® – copper‑orange bedding floribunda rose – Kordes
Under a pergola or along a cottage path, Lusatia brings the romantic warmth of copper‑orange clusters to compact borders, settling reliably even where gardens face brisk coastal breezes and damp, shifting weather. Its bushy, upright habit forms a neat, low structure, ideal for edging beds and framing a kitchen garden with “girly” charm. As an own‑root plant it builds strength steadily, rewarding patient gardeners with a stable, long‑lived presence that regenerates well after pruning or accidental damage. Container‑grown in the pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2‑litre pot, it can be planted almost any time the soil is workable, then simply watered and lightly fed to maintain its copper‑orange colour and softly perfumed clusters through the summer season.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Front‑of‑border bedding in a family garden |
The compact, bushy, upright growth stays around 60–85 cm, giving a tidy, low hedge of colour that does not overwhelm small to medium beds. Clustered blooms repeat well, so the border looks cared‑for even with minimal deadheading, suiting busy homeowners. |
| Romantic cottage‑style edging along paths |
Dense foliage and uniform copper‑orange clusters create a soft, storybook line beside gravel or brick paths, perfect for that afternoon‑tea arbour feel. The moderate prickliness discourages trampling without being aggressive, appealing to cottage‑garden lovers. |
| Mixed beds with perennials and herbs |
The warm copper‑orange flowers blend beautifully with lavender, bearded iris and kitchen‑garden herbs, tying ornamental and productive spaces together. Medium maintenance means just occasional plant protection and feeding, acceptable for hobby gardeners. |
| Small specimen rose in a 40–50 litre container |
Its upright, compact habit adapts well to large pots, where roots can develop safely from the own‑root system. A 40–50 litre container on a sunny terrace or near the back door offers abundant clusters with modest care, attractive for urban balcony owners. |
| Low seasonal hedge dividing garden “rooms” |
Planted at 35–45 cm intervals, Lusatia forms a consistent, medium‑height ribbon of copper‑orange, useful for marking the edge of a lawn or separating play areas from the vegetable plot. Own‑root resilience supports a long‑lived, replace‑free line for family gardeners. |
| Colour‑themed copper and apricot borders |
The reliable warm copper‑orange tone, softly fading to salmon‑orange with a yellow base, harmonises with terracotta pots, brick and warm‑toned perennials. Good colour retention keeps beds visually coherent over the season, reassuring for design‑conscious owners. |
| Roses in exposed, breezy gardens |
Lusatia’s compact, well‑branched framework and mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage stand up better to blustery, rain‑laden days common in many UK settings, providing dependable structure where coastal winds and frequent showers can quickly spoil floppier roses, suiting practical gardeners. |
| Easy‑care rose areas with light, flexible pruning |
The floribunda habit responds well to a range of pruning styles, from light shaping to harder spring cuts, without compromising flowering. As an own‑root plant it rebuilds growth reliably, fitting those who want Year 1 rooting, Year 2 framework, and near‑full display by Year 3, ideal for beginners. |
Styling ideas
- Kitchen‑garden border – Line Lusatia along raised vegetable beds with bearded iris and herbs for a gentle transition between productive and ornamental spaces – for cottage‑style vegetable‑growers
- Pathway edging – Plant in a single row beside gravel or brick paths, underplanted with low thyme, to highlight the route to a seating arbour – for romantic walkway planners
- Terrace focal pot – Grow one or three plants together in a 40–50 litre container with trailing ivy for colour close to the house – for balcony and patio users
- Warm‑tone tapestry – Combine with English lavender, bronze grasses and soft apricot perennials to create a cohesive copper‑orange planting – for colour‑coordinated border creators
- Soft family hedge – Use as a low rose hedge to frame lawns or play areas, keeping height manageable but colourful through the holidays – for families wanting gentle structure
Technical cultivar profile
| Trait |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Floribunda bedding rose marketed as LUSATIA ® – copper‑orange bedding floribunda rose, registered as KORforst750; ARS exhibition name Lusatia; bed rose collection type for borders and mass planting. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Tim‑Hermann Kordes in Germany (2003) from ‘INTERflocu’ × Kordes seedling; introduced after 2018 by W. Kordes’ Söhne, with US Plant Patent PP 29,264 granted in 2018 for this cultivar. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, bushy, upright shrub reaching about 60–85 cm high and 40–60 cm wide, with dense, mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate prickles, forming neat bedding units and edging lines in smaller gardens. |
| Flower morphology |
Medium‑sized, double, cupped flowers in cluster‑flowered trusses, with approximately 26–39 petals; remontant, giving an abundant second flush and good seasonal coverage across beds and low hedging schemes. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Warm copper‑orange blooms, vivid orange‑red in bud with golden tones, maturing to muted copper‑orange, then fading to light salmon‑orange with a pale yellow base; generally good colour retention before petals drop. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Soft, silky, mild fragrance that is noticeable nearby without overwhelming seating areas; primarily ornamental rather than a strong perfumed rose, but adds a gentle scented layer in mixed borders and family gardens. |
| Hip characteristics |
Fruiting rarely observed; when present, small spherical hips around 6–10 mm, bright red (RHS 40A), developing occasionally after flowering, of limited ornamental or wildlife value in most garden settings. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3, USDA 6b); disease resistance rated medium for black spot, powdery mildew and rust, performing best with basic preventative care in typical UK conditions. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil; water during prolonged drought and provide occasional feeding and plant protection; recommended spacings: 35–45 cm for hedging or bedding, 75 cm for individual specimens. |
LUSATIA ® offers compact structure, generous rebloom and harmonious copper‑orange colour on a resilient own‑root plant that settles for the long term, making it a thoughtful choice if you want lasting romance with manageable care.
