A deep, rich pink base tone is accented by a purple hue. - climber, climbing rose - strong, long-lasting scented rose - scent description not available
– Strong, long-lasting lilac-pink fragrance
– Reliable remontant flowering with abundance
– Vigorous climber for walls and pergolas
– Good drought tolerance, hardy to H7
– Glossy medium-green foliage for structure
– Special feature: Colour transforms from rich magenta-pink to soft, silvery lilac-pink.
Gentle landscaping – Garden-appropriate choice
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,00 £
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TOROCKÓ – lilac-pink climbing rose - Márk
Climbing TOROCKÓ brings classic lilac-pink romance to pergolas, arches and walls, combining abundant flowering with a surprisingly manageable habit for the average family garden. Its very double, generously petalled blooms open from deep magenta-pink buds into soft, silvery lilac-pink, creating an ever-changing colour display through the season. As an own-root plant it is naturally long-lived, building a stable, well-anchored framework that copes reliably with blustery British weather and heavy garden soils when drainage is considered. Medium care needs and good drought tolerance keep ongoing tasks simple, suiting busy gardeners who still want a lush, vertical focus. Over the first few seasons the plant invests in roots, then structure, then full ornamental impact, so you can enjoy a steadily maturing presence that blends beautifully into cottage-style borders.
Torockó climbing rose in freshly opened bloom
Closed bud of Torockó, showing the variety’s deep magenta-pink colour.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Pergolas and garden arches
The tall, flexible climbing growth reaches up to around 3–4.5 m, ideal for clothing pergolas and arches in layered lilac-pink blossom. Remontant flowering gives a strong main flush and a generous second display, so structures look welcoming for much of the summer with only moderate pruning and tying-in – reassuring for the time-pressed beginner.
Front-garden walls and facades
Its height and 1.2–2 m spread make it well suited to training along house walls and fences, where the colour fade from deep pink to silvery lilac softens brick, render or timber. Own-root vigour allows it to form a long-lasting framework that responds well to periodic renewal pruning, helping you keep a tidy, cottage-style frontage with limited effort – ideal for the busy homeowner.
Garden fences and boundary lines
Planted at 1.4–1.5 m intervals, it creates a flowering screen that marks boundaries without feeling too formal. Moderate foliage density lets light through while still providing seasonal privacy, and the drought tolerance helps it cope beside sun-baked fences. Over time, the own-root base thickens for a durable, low-fuss line of colour – suiting informal families.
Small park-style corners in family gardens
Used as a specimen at about 2.5 m spacing, TOROCKÓ becomes a graceful focal point over a bench or small arbour. Its strong scent adds an atmospheric note, while the manageable maintenance (mostly tying-in and a yearly tidy) avoids complex rose routines. The gradual build-up from root development to full flowering framework supports long-term planning – perfect for reflective gardeners.
Cottage borders with mixed perennials
The lilac-pink flowers blend easily with catmint, box and low ornamental grasses, echoing traditional cottage combinations. Moderate vigour means it can be trained up discreet supports at the back of a border without overwhelming nearby plants, giving vertical interest and fragrance above softer underplanting – attractive to design-conscious starters.
Vertical accent in small to medium gardens
Where ground space is limited, the upright climbing habit turns fences, posts or discreet frames into flowering features without sacrificing lawn or play area. Moderate thorniness and tidy foliage suit family settings, while remontant flowering ensures colour beyond the first flush, rewarding minimal care with visible impact – appreciated by practical parents.
Rose-and-box or grass-edged pathways
Trained on arches or narrow obelisks beside paths, its very double blooms and strong fragrance create a sense of arrival without dominating the route. Good drought tolerance helps along gravel or paved paths that dry quickly, provided basic watering is observed, so you gain a reliable scented walkway without intensive regimes – appealing for relaxed walkers.
Climbers in challenging, wind-exposed spots
The combination of good winter hardiness (to around -23 to -26 °C), sturdy canes and own-root anchoring makes TOROCKÓ a sensible choice where winds are frequent and soils can be heavy, as long as drainage is improved to prevent waterlogging. This balance of resilience and beauty supports confident planting decisions in varied UK conditions – helpful for cautious newcomers.
Styling ideas
Cottage-arch romance – Train TOROCKÓ over a metal or timber arch, underplant with Nepeta x faassenii and low grasses for a soft lilac-pink haze – ideal for lovers of classic cottage entrances.
Softened-brick wall – Fan-train along a sunny brick wall, interplanting with box balls at the base to contrast glossy foliage and lilac-pink blooms – suitable for neat, design-minded homeowners.
Perfumed-seat nook – Grow over a compact arbour with a simple gravel base, adding pots of catmint for extra colour and fragrance – perfect for those seeking a small, scented retreat.
Family-friendly screen – Space plants along a boundary fence to form a flowering veil above low shrubs, maintaining play space while adding height – suited to busy families wanting easy charm.
Vertical border accent – Use a slim obelisk in a mixed border, combining TOROCKÓ with pastel perennials so the changing pink-lilac tones weave through summer – good for beginners building layered planting.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
TOROCKÓ – lilac-pink climbing rose - Márk, large-flowered climber for pergolas and walls; collection: Climbing rose; registered as a climbing commercial type, bred and named in Hungary.
Origin and breeding
Climbing cultivar bred by Márk Gergely in Hungary before 1991; parentage is not recorded. Introduced by PharmaRosa® Ltd.; registration year 1991, with detailed introduction date not available.
Growth and structural characteristics
Strong climbing habit reaching about 3–4.5 m high with a 1.2–2 m spread. Moderately dense, medium-green glossy foliage and moderate prickliness; forms a stable, trainable framework over supports.
Flower morphology
Large, very double, cup-shaped blooms with 40+ petals, typically borne singly on stems. Flower size generally 7–10 cm, with remontant behaviour giving an abundant main flush and a notable repeat.
Colour data and phenology
Deep magenta-pink buds open to purplish-pink, then fade to silvery lilac-pink with pastel edges; ARS DP, RHS 74A outer, 75B inner. Colour retention is modest, but the continuous tonal change adds interest.
Fragrance and aroma
Strongly and persistently scented climbing rose; precise fragrance notes are not recorded, but the long-lasting perfume is a key ornamental feature in seating areas, entrances and near frequently used paths.
Hip characteristics
Occasionally forms small rose hips, generally 0–8 mm in diameter, with limited ornamental impact. Hip colour and shape are not specifically documented for this cultivar in current records.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Rated H7, hardy approximately to -23 to -26 °C, corresponding to USDA zone 5b and Swedish zone 4. Shows moderate resistance to key fungal diseases, with some protection recommended in humid seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Best on supports such as pergolas, arbours, fences and walls. Plant at 1.4–1.5 m for hedging, 2.5 m as a specimen; 0.4–0.5 plants/m² in massed schemes. Needs medium maintenance and occasional plant protection.
TOROCKÓ – lilac-pink climbing rose - Márk offers abundant repeat flowering, strong fragrance and a durable, own-root framework for pergolas and walls; a considered choice if you would like lasting vertical colour with manageable care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
TOROCKÓ – lilac-pink climbing rose - Márk
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Glossy, deep magenta-pink with a slight purplish tinge.
Newly Opened Flower:
Richly pigmented purplish-pink, with slightly deeper tones on the inner petals.
Full Bloom:
Vivid purplish‑pink with a pink edge that fades toward the outer petal whorls.
Before Fading:
Muted, silvery-toned purplish-pink with delicate pastel edges.
Colour Fading Description:
The colour noticeably fades during opening: from a deep magenta-pink to a bright purplish-pink, then to a muted, silvery-tinged lilac-pink with pastel edges.
Pollinator Attraction:
Fully double (26–39 petals) flowers attract pollinators only to a limited extent because the fully double form reduces stamen accessibility.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its very double blooms mostly conceal the stamens, so its pollinator-friendliness is limited; it is primarily an ornamental cultivar.
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.
