Bright red and pure white stripes alternate. - climbing rose, climbing rose - strong, clearly scented rose - fresh, apple-cinnamon scented
– Striking red and white striped blooms.
– Vigorous climber for arches, walls, fences.
– Strong, fresh apple‑cinnamon fragrance.
– Good heat and moderate drought tolerance.
– Awarded AARS and RHS AGM distinctions.
– Special feature: Semi-double flowers attract bees while forming decorative orange-red hips.
Streamlined forms – Soil-friendly approach
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
24,70 £
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FOURTH OF JULY™ – red-and-white climbing rose – Carruth
Striped petals and a vigorous climbing habit make FOURTH OF JULY™ an eye-catching choice for arches, walls and pergolas in family gardens where dependable structure matters even in strong winds and wet weather. Its repeat flowering covers the long season with clusters of semi-double blooms, while the strong, fresh apple-cinnamon fragrance adds sensory interest near seating areas and paths. This own-root plant offers reassuring longevity, building a sturdy framework that matures steadily—roots in the first year, shoots in the second, and full ornamental value from the third year onwards. With dense, glossy foliage and good cold hardiness, it integrates easily into classic British front gardens, cottage-style mixes and urban plots where you want showy colour without complex horticulture. Medium maintenance and moderate disease resistance suit gardeners seeking reliable impact from a premium, authenticated climbing rose.
Fourth of July™ climbing rose in full bloom, showing vivid red-and-white striped flowers.
Close view of the visible stamens in Fourth of July™ climbing rose.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front-garden arch over a path
Its vigorous climbing growth quickly clothes a standard garden arch, while the striking red-and-white striped flowers and strong apple-cinnamon scent create a welcoming entrance. Semi-double clusters repeat through summer, so the arch stays lively without constant deadheading, suiting those who want seasonal drama with straightforward care for the busy urban gardener.
House wall or sunny fence
The tall, flexible canes are ideal for training along horizontal wires on a warm wall or sturdy fence, forming a dense, glossy screen. Moderate self-cleaning reduces the need to remove every spent cluster, and its heat tolerance copes well with south- or west-facing aspects where reflected warmth can be intense for the time-poor homeowner.
Pergola or seating-area frame
Repeat-flowering clusters and strong, fresh fragrance provide changing colour and scent above or beside a seating area all season. With good winter hardiness and an own-root base that rebuilds after hard pruning, it delivers a stable, long-lived framework, rewarding simple annual tying-in and shaping for the relaxed hobby gardener.
Specimen climber in a cottage-style border
The irregular marbling of red and white fits perfectly among traditional perennials, giving a painterly focal point without dominating. Semi-double flowers with visible stamens offer partial pollinator support, while the plant’s structured height adds vertical rhythm above foxgloves, catmints and salvias, bringing classic charm for the cottage-garden enthusiast.
Small group planting on a long boundary
Spacing 1.8–3 m apart creates repeating vertical accents that link different parts of a family garden. Once established, the own-root system anchors well even in exposed spots, offering resilient coverage that can be pruned hard or lightly to suit space. This flexibility helps keep boundaries smart without intricate pruning plans for the practical family gardener.
Urban green space or shared courtyard
Moderate maintenance and reliable repeat flowering make it suitable for communal settings where care must be simple but impact high. Its dense, dark green foliage and medium self-cleaning habit maintain a tidy look between visits, while the bold bicolour blooms draw attention from a distance for the community-focused caretaker.
Large container on terrace or balcony
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with a trellis, it offers vertical colour where soil is limited. Regular watering and feeding are straightforward tasks, while the own-root habit helps the plant adapt to pot culture and recover if growth is cut back after winter, providing seasonal structure for the space-conscious balcony owner.
Weather-exposed coastal or windy garden corner
Once established, the deep root system and climbing habit give a robust, anchored presence that copes with breezes and driving rain, provided it is trained to strong supports. Its hardy constitution and ability to regenerate from the base ensure stable coverage over many seasons for the weather-aware gardener.
Styling ideas
Patio-Arch Welcome – Train over a simple metal arch flanked with lavender and sage to highlight fragrance and striped blooms – ideal for those wanting a classic, low-fuss entrance.
Cottage-Corner Frame – Grow against a sunny fence behind foxgloves, hardy geraniums and catmint so the marbled flowers rise above a soft, romantic base – perfect for cottage-style border lovers.
Urban-Screen Stripe – Use along balcony trellis in a large container, pairing with ornamental grasses for movement and contrast – suited to city gardeners needing vertical privacy and colour.
Pergola-Retreat – Cover a small pergola beside seating, interplanting with clematis of complementary colour for layered blooms and scent – attractive for those creating an intimate garden room.
Family-Fence Rhythm – Repeat at intervals along back-garden fencing with blanket flowers and St John’s-wort below for a cheerful, dependable run of colour – great for families wanting structure without fuss.
Technical cultivar profile
Feature
Data
Name and registration
Climbing rose, large-flowered climber; registered as WEKroalt, marketed as Fourth of July™ Climbing rose WEKroalt; ARS exhibition name Fourth of July.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Tom Carruth (Weeks Wholesale Rose Grower Inc, USA) from ‘Altissimo’ × ‘Roller Coaster’; introduced and registered in 1999 as an exhibition climbing rose.
Awards and recognition
All-America Rose Selections (AARS) winner in 1999 and Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit, confirming strong ornamental and garden performance.
Growth and structural characteristics
Vigorous climbing habit, 250–400 cm high and 160–260 cm spread, with dense, glossy dark green foliage and well-armed, thorny canes suitable for arches, walls and pergolas.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, cup-shaped flowers of medium size (approx. 1.5–2.75 in), borne in clusters; 13–25 petals; repeat-flowering with an especially abundant second flush in summer.
Colour data and phenology
Bright red and pure white stripes; ARS code rb, RHS 53A outer, NN155D inner; stripes soften to raspberry-rose and creamy white as blooms open and age, especially in strong sunlight.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, clearly perceptible scent with a fresh apple-and-cinnamon character; semi-double, open blooms expose stamens, providing partial attractiveness to visiting bees and other pollinators.
Hip characteristics
Moderately abundant spherical hips, 12–18 mm diameter, colouring orange-red in autumn; decorative in season and attractive to wildlife without overwhelming the overall display.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to around –26 to –23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b, Swedish Zone 4); moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; tolerates heat and short dry spells with supplementary watering.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions; ideal for walls, arches, pergolas, fences and specimens; allow 180–300 cm spacing; medium maintenance with occasional plant-protection treatments as needed.
FOURTH OF JULY™ Climbing rose WEKroalt offers striking striped flowers, strong fragrance and dependable repeat flowering on a long-lived own-root framework, making it a thoughtful choice for those planning a characterful, enduring garden feature.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
FOURTH OF JULY™ – red-and-white climbing rose - Carruth
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Narrow white striping appears on a deep red ground.
Newly Opened Flower:
Strong, vivid red petal edges are marked by snow-white stripes.
Full Bloom:
Irregular red-and-white marbling remains on the surface of the petals, and the white zones may take on a slight pink tint.
Before Fading:
The red hue fades to raspberry-rose, the white areas soften to a creamy colour.
Colour Fading Description:
As it opens, the red tones fade to raspberry pink and the white stripes become creamy; strong sunlight can accelerate the fading.
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
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
