Climbing and rambling roses

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Wekrosopela

Climbing rose

- – Thomas F. Carruth

On a vivid mallow-pink ground, irregular cream and ivory stripes appear. - climbing rose, climbing rose - medium-strength, noticeably scented rose - pleasantly sweet aroma

– Striking pink‑cream striped blooms on canes
– Reliable repeat flowering through the season
– Medium, pleasantly sweet fragrance
– Dense, glossy foliage on vigorous climber
– Medium disease resistance, hardy to H7
Special feature: Semi-double, open flowers attract bees and other pollinators.
Natural renewal – Pollinator-friendly approach
Wekrosopela
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
24,70 £
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WEKROSOPELA – pink-cream climbing rose – Carruth

With its candy-striped petals and reliable flowering, this climbing rose brings colour, height and cottage-style romance to pergolas, fences and house walls without demanding expert care. Semi-double, open blooms offer pollinators an easy nectar stop, while the medium maintenance level suits busy gardeners who still want a well-kept look. Own-root plants settle gradually, building a stable framework that rewards you over time as roots strengthen, shoots extend and full garden presence develops by the third year. Glossy mid-green foliage stays attractive between flushes, and repeat flowering ensures generous display through the season. In typical British gardens it copes well with breezy sites, provided you give it a sheltered support and reasonable drainage, making vertical planting feel delightfully simple.


Full bloom of the pink-cream Candy Land climbing rose.
Semi-double pink-cream blooms with an खुल(open) centre.
Semi-double flowers with 13–25 petals and an open centre.

Usage options

Target areaReasoning
Front-garden pergola by the entrance Trained over a modest pergola, this climber quickly gives a welcoming canopy of striped pink-and-cream flowers, creating height and privacy without taking much ground space, ideal for low-effort seasonal colour for the style-focused beginner.
House wall or sunny fence run Its climbing habit and repeat flowering make it perfect for clothing a warm wall or south-facing fence, where the glossy foliage and upright framework form a long-lived backdrop, suiting homeowners who want reliable structure with straightforward pruning.
Arbour or garden seat surround Medium-sized, sweetly scented blooms and semi-double form create a romantic frame around a bench or arbour, with enough fragrance to notice at head height, appealing to cottage-garden lovers who enjoy relaxed, scented seating areas.
Small mixed border focal point Used as a single specimen on an obelisk in a narrow border, it adds vertical interest and a clear focal point, while its medium care needs fit gardeners wanting impact from one rose rather than managing a complex planting scheme.
Pollinator-friendly family garden corner The open, semi-double flowers provide accessible pollen that attracts bees and other beneficial insects, integrating easily into wildlife-friendly planting plans for families keen to support garden biodiversity without specialist knowledge.
Classic cottage-style planting with perennials The striped pink-cream flowers blend beautifully with soft blues and whites in cottage-style schemes, while its repeat blooms give ongoing colour, ideal for aesthetics-led gardeners seeking a traditional look managed with simple yearly pruning.
Training on a sturdier structure in exposed gardens When given a strong support on a raised bed or well-drained base, it handles typical British breezes and showers steadily, making vertical planting realistic on more open plots for time-pressed gardeners who still want a tidy, flowering screen.
Cutting for informal indoor arrangements Clusters of medium-sized, patterned blooms cut well for jugs and vases, giving attractive garden-to-house colour without needing a dedicated cutting patch, suiting home-makers who like to decorate indoors from a manageable, dual-purpose rose.

Styling ideas

  • Cottage-arch – Train over a narrow rose arch with lavender and hardy geraniums at the base for a classic cottage entrance – ideal for front-garden owners wanting charm from a single statement feature.
  • Pastel-partner – Combine with soft-white foxgloves, pink digitalis and pale campanulas in a small border for a harmonious pastel palette – suitable for beginners seeking easy colour matching.
  • Wildlife-ribbon – Run along a fence with catmint, verbena and single dahlias to create a bee-friendly flowering strip – perfect for families keen to support pollinators around play areas.
  • Patio-screen – Grow in a minimum 50‑litre container with a trellis to screen a seating area, underplanted with trailing thyme – good for urban gardeners with limited soil but a sunny patio.
  • Evening-nook – Frame a garden bench with this rose, backed by evergreen euonymus and accented with Anemone ‘Fantasy Belle’ – appealing to those who want a relaxed, low-fuss evening retreat.

Technical cultivar profile
ParameterData
Name and registration Climbing rose cultivar WEKrosopela, marketed as Candy Land / WEKROSOPELA – pink-cream climbing rose – Carruth; American Rose Society approved exhibition name: Candy Land.
Origin and breeding Bred by Thomas F. Carruth (USA) from ‘Rosy Outlook’ × ‘Pretty Lady’; bred 2006, registered 2008 and introduced after 2008 by Weeks Roses as a large-flowered climbing rose.
Growth and structural characteristics Large-flowered climbing rose reaching about 240–360 cm high with a 160–260 cm spread; dense, glossy mid-green foliage, climbing habit and moderate prickliness, forming a robust, training-friendly framework.
Flower morphology Semi-double, cupped to flat-opening clustered blooms with 13–25 petals; medium flower size around 1.5–2.75 inches; remontant habit with good repeat and a notably abundant second flush in season.
Colour data and phenology Pink-cream bicolour flowers on vivid mallow-pink ground with irregular cream and ivory striping; pink lightens to pastel and off-white tones as blooms age, while cream stripes remain clearly visible until petal drop.
Fragrance and aroma Pleasantly sweet, medium-strength scent noticeable at close quarters and around seating areas; fragrance suitable for general garden enjoyment and informal cutting, without being overpowering in small spaces.
Hip characteristics Rose-hip formation typically limited due to semi-double blooms; where formed, hips are ellipsoid, orange-red, around 10–14 mm in diameter, adding light seasonal interest without dominating the plant.
Resistance and winter hardiness Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b; Swedish zone 3); medium disease resistance to common fungal issues, with moderate tolerance of heat and drought when watered in extended dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations Best in sunny positions on pergolas, fences, walls or arbours at 175–320 cm spacing; medium maintenance with some deadheading and plant protection; prefers well-drained soil and benefits from secure support and training.

WEKROSOPELA offers repeat flowering, charming bicolour blooms and pollinator-friendly displays on a durable, own-root climbing framework, making it a thoughtful choice for long-term structure in an easy-care family garden.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: WEKROSOPELA – pink-cream climbing rose - Carruth
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:27.05.2025
Cultivar Quality Rating: premium gold
Item Number: [544] 52-873 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The English term "Candy Land" is the name of a classic board game about sweets that refers to a land of confectionery.
Cultivar Synonym: Candyland
Original Trade Name: Candy Land
Current Trade Name: Wekrosopela Climbing rose WEKrosopela
Rose Group: Climber, Large -Flowered Climber
Commercial Type: climbing rose, climbing rose
Commercial Group: Climbing rose
Exhibition Category: large-flowered climbing rose (exhibition climbing rose)
Collection: Climbing rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Weeks Roses (USA)
Introduction Year: after 2008
Breeder: Thomas F. Carruth
Breeding Company / Institution: Weeks Wholesale Rose Grower Inc
Breeding Year: United States, 2006
Parentage: 'Rosy Outlook' × 'Pretty Lady'

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 7.9-11.8ft (240-360 cm)
Spread: 5.2-8.5ft (160-260 cm)
Growth Habit: climbing
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage; its leaves have a glossy surface and a mid‑green shade.
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: According to the descriptions, some spent flowers remain on the plant and require subsequent deadheading.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: Self-cleaning: medium.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25
Flower Fullness: semi-double
Flower Shape: cupped, flat-opening
Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in)
Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered
Colour Code: ARS code: pb RHS code: 64C (external), 11D (internal)
Repeat Flowering: Remonts well and has an abundant second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: pink-cream
Flower Colour Description: On a vivid mallow-pink ground, irregular cream and ivory stripes appear.
Closed Bud: Deep carmine pink with pale cream striping at the tip.
Newly Opened Flower: Intense pink ground-colour petals are streaked with yellowish-cream stripes.
Full Bloom: The pink lightens slightly, with the cream-coloured stripes visible in sharp contrast.
Before Fading: The pink fades, softening to pastel pink and off-white tones.
Colour Fading Description: The intense pink lightens slightly at full bloom, then fades to pastel pink and off-white tones before fading completely; the cream‑coloured stripes remain clearly visible throughout.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: medium-strength, noticeably scented rose
Fragrance Character: pleasantly sweet aroma
Pollinator Attraction: The semi-double flowers open flat; flower form (simple/semi-double/double) and pollen accessibility make them particularly attractive to pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Semi-double, open-centred flowers with easily accessible stamens attract bees, making it pollinator-friendly.

Hip Characteristics

Hip Shape: ellipsoid-shaped
Hip Colour: orange-red
Hip Comment: Rose-hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally an ellipsoid, orange-red rose hip 10–14 mm in diameter may appear.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Tolerates heat well and requires watering during prolonged dry periods.
Disease Resistance: medium
  • powdery mildew – medium
  • black spot – medium
  • rust – medium

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Planting Distance: for mass planting: 190 cm, for hedging: 175 cm, as a specimen: 320 cm
Planting Density: square planting 0,3 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 0,3 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: prefers a sunny position
Maintenance Requirement: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires plant protection measures.
Primary Uses: pergola, fence, wall training, arbour, cut flowers

Comments

Strengths: Natural renewal – Pollinator-friendly approach
Companion Plants: Euonymus fortunei 'Minimus' - Small-leaved groundcover wintercreeper
Phormium 'Tom Thumb' - New Zealand flax
Anemone 'Fantasy Belle' - Windflower
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WEKROSOPELA – pink-cream climbing rose - Carruth
On a vivid mallow-pink ground, irregular cream and ivory stripes appear. - climbing rose, climbing rose - medium-strength, noticeably scented rose - pleasantly sweet aroma
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Inflorescence: cluster-flowered Height: 7.9-11.8ft (240-360 cm) Flower shape: cupped, flat-opening Winter hardiness: 5b pink-cream - Weeks Roses (USA) climbing rose, climbing rose - Flower size: !- Flower size: !- - Height: 7.9-11.8ft (240-360 cm) Height: 7.9-11.8ft (240-360 cm) - Flower fullness: semi-double Wekrosopela - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium gold Thomas F. Carruth

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Care guide

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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PharmaRosa Ltd.
Company registration number: 01-09-717479
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