Uniform, pure white shade that remains throughout the entire flowering cycle. - polyantha bedding rose - mild, understated scented rose - softly sweet scent
– Compact, bushy growth for neat borders.
– Masses of small pompon clusters all season.
– Pure, long-lasting snow‑white flowers.
– Mild, softly sweet fragrance for close spaces.
– Reliable performance in H7 winter conditions.
– Special feature: Historic 1901 Polyantha, still winning show awards today.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,00 £
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KATHARINA ZEIMET® – white bedding polyantha rose – Lambert
Effortless to live with and classically compact, KATHARINA ZEIMET® is a neat, low polyantha that covers itself in clusters of small, snow‑white, ball‑shaped blooms over a long season. Its remontant flowering habit gives you reliable flushes from early summer onwards, while the good self-cleaning means most spent blooms drop away without fuss, keeping beds tidy even in busy family gardens. Dense, dark green foliage forms a bushy, border-friendly mound that copes well with typical British conditions, including periods of wind and rain near the coast that call for steadier growth. Own‑root plants settle in gradually and are well suited to the natural rhythm of Year 1 roots, Year 2 shoots, Year 3 full ornamental value, giving you a long‑lived, reliable feature. Ideal for front gardens, small beds, and larger containers, it brings cottage‑style charm without demanding expert-level care.
Katharina Zeimet® bedding polyantha in full bloom.
Freshly opened bright white bloom of Katharina Zeimet®
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden bedding strip along a path or drive
The low, bushy habit and profuse clustered flowering create a continuous white edging that reads clearly from the pavement, echoing traditional British front gardens. Good self-cleaning keeps it looking neat between occasional trims, reducing deadheading work for beginners.
Small mixed border in a family garden
Its compact size fits easily into modest borders, weaving pure white pompon blooms among perennials without overshadowing them. Medium maintenance and moderate disease resistance suit typical UK care levels, while own-root resilience supports a long-lived planting for homeowners.
Low informal hedge or repeated rhythm planting
Regular spacing at 50–55 cm forms a soft, low hedge that defines play areas, lawns or paths without feeling rigid. Even repeat flowering along the row gives structure and brightness, with only light annual pruning needed for busy-gardeners.
Large patio container or courtyard tub (40–50 litres+)
The naturally compact root system and tidy canopy perform well in a substantial pot, where a 40–50 litre or larger container offers enough soil to buffer summer drying. Semi-double, snow-white blooms bring light to shaded yards, ideal on terraces for urban-gardeners.
Partially shaded side return or north-east aspect
Suitability for partial shade means it will still flower reliably where many roses struggle, such as side passages or east-facing frontages. The bushy form fills awkward gaps and the white colour lifts lower-light corners for low-fuss-planting.
Classic cottage-style composition with perennials
Pure white clusters sit beautifully with soft blues and dusky pinks, working especially well with airy companions like lesser calamint or cypress spurge for a relaxed, layered effect. The modest height makes it easy to blend in cottage schemes for style-conscious gardeners.
Coastal or wind-exposed suburban gardens
A low, dense framework and slightly thorny shoots help it anchor and hold its shape, even in breezier, more open plots where taller roses can rock or snap, making it a steady choice for areas that regularly see strong winds for coastal-gardeners.
Simple, easy-care white-themed bed or memorial planting
The uniform white shade, mild sweet fragrance and dependable remontant habit create a calm, consistent display needing only basic rose care. Own-root plants recover well from heavier pruning and live for many seasons, offering enduring value for sentimental-planters.
Styling ideas
Cottage-border ribbon – repeat KATHARINA ZEIMET® along the front edge, backed by catmint and soft pink echinacea for a relaxed, layered cottage look – ideal for lovers of traditional mixed borders.
White-door welcome – plant three in a shallow curve by the front path near the door, underplanted with low euphorbia for year-round texture – suits homeowners wanting a crisp, tidy entrance.
Patio focal tub – place a single rose in a 50–60 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the rim to soften edges – perfect for balcony and courtyard gardeners.
Family-play frame – use a loose line of bushes to edge a small lawn or play area, giving gentle structure without hard barriers – good for families needing soft, low-maintenance definition.
Quiet corner bed – group 5 plants in a drift under a small tree where light is dappled, pairing with blue-flowered perennials for a calm, reflective space – suited to those creating a contemplative seating spot.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
KATHARINA ZEIMET® is a polyantha bedding rose traded under this name; it is an unregistered historical cultivar without a separate registered code, also exhibited simply as ‘Katharina Zeimet’.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Peter Lambert in Germany from ‘Étoile de Mai’ × ‘Marie Pavié’ and introduced in 1901; it represents the classic early polyantha group developed for mass bedding and reliable garden performance.
Awards and recognition
Recognised in American rose shows as a successful polyantha spray, with repeated awards at Syracuse, Gateway, and Greenville & Greer Rose Society events between 1999 and 2001, confirming exhibition-quality clusters.
Growth and structural characteristics
Forms a low, bushy shrub about 50–75 cm high and 65–95 cm wide, with slightly thorny shoots and dense, glossy, dark green foliage that provides a solid framework for bedding, edging and container use.
Flower morphology
Bears small, 0.5–1.5 inch semi-double pompon flowers in tight clusters, with roughly 13–25 petals; remontant, with an abundant second flush that renews the display after the first main flowering period.
Colour data and phenology
Flowers open bright, pearlescent white and remain a pure snow-white tone; colour holds well, though in strong sun petals may show a light creamy tint or slightly browned edges as they age on the plant.
Fragrance and aroma
Lightly and sweetly scented, with a mild, understated fragrance best appreciated at close range; the semi-double structure offers only partial pollinator appeal and is not primarily selected for wildlife value.
Hip characteristics
Occasionally produces very small hips around 0–4 mm in diameter; hips are generally insignificant in the overall ornamental effect and the plant is grown mainly for its repeat-flowering clusters.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b), with moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; benefits from standard rose hygiene and, in wet seasons, occasional plant protection.
Horticultural recommendations
Best at 50–90 cm spacing depending on use, in fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates partial shade and performs in beds, borders, parks and large containers, needing regular watering in prolonged hot, dry spells.
KATHARINA ZEIMET® offers compact habit, repeat snow-white flowering and good self-cleaning in a durable own-root form that settles in for years of easy enjoyment, making it a thoughtful choice if you favour calm, low-effort planting.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
KATHARINA ZEIMET® – white bedding polyantha rose - Lambert
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
Polyantha Spray – Syracuse Rose Society Show (1999, 2000, 2001); Polyantha Spray – Gateway Rose Society Show (2000); Polyantha Spray – Greenville & Greer Rose Society Show (1999)
Pollinator Attraction:
Its very double (telt), clustered flowers make it less attractive to pollinators, as the double form restricts access to the stamens.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Semi-double-flowered variety, pollinator friendliness at most partial, attracts pollinators poorly.
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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Company details
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