Wilhelm Kordes,Tim-Hermann Kordes,Margarita Kordes

Wilhelm Kordes, Tim-Hermann Kordes, and Margarita Kordes represent the lineage and leadership of W. Kordes’ Söhne, a world-renowned German rose breeding company with a legacy spanning over a century. Founded in 1887 by Wilhelm Kordes I, the family-owned enterprise has evolved from a local nursery in Elmshorn into an internationally recognized authority in rose hybridization. Today, under the guidance of the Kordes family, the company continues to uphold its reputation for excellence, combining traditional horticultural expertise with modern research to sustain its global influence in the floriculture industry.

The company is widely celebrated for its commitment to developing resilient, high-quality roses that prioritize natural health, robust growth, and long-lasting beauty. By focusing on stringent selection processes that often exclude the use of chemical pesticides, Kordes has set a global benchmark for sustainable breeding and variety development. Their work is characterized by a deep devotion to genetic diversity and long-term environmental adaptability. Operating from their historic base in Northern Germany, the Kordes family manages an extensive distribution network that reaches professional rose growers, garden centers, and enthusiasts across the globe, maintaining their status as one of the most prestigious names in commercial rose cultivation.