Silky, pure cream-white base colour, with a whisper of pinkish tint along the edges of the outer petals. - climber, climbing rose - mild, restrained scented rose - subtle, delicately sweet fragrance
– Large, very double cream‑white blooms
– Abundant repeat flowering all season
– Reliable winter hardiness and cold tolerance
– Ideal for walls, arches and pergolas
– Good tolerance of heat and moderate drought Special feature: Multi‑award winning climber with premium silver merit rating and top prizes from Bagatelle, Kortrijk, La Tacita, Lyon, Baden bei Wien and Belfast.
Long-term presence – Supports local wildlife
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
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ALASKA® – cream-white climbing rose - Kordes
ALASKA® is a tall, cream-white climbing rose that gives Your garden an effortlessly elegant focal point while remaining reassuringly reliable in typical Irish wind, rain and heavy-soil conditions. Bred by Kordes, it produces generous flushes of large, double blooms from early summer onwards, clothing arches, fences and house walls with a soft, luminous screen of flowers. The subtly scented, high-centred blooms echo classic cut-rose shapes, yet the plant itself is straightforward to manage once tied in and pruned lightly each year. As a 2‑litre, own-root pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL plant, it settles in steadily, forming its natural structure for a long-lived, stable presence without complicated techniques. Year by year it becomes more impressive – first focusing on roots, then on framework growth, and by the third season showing its full ornamental value. Its medium maintenance needs suit busy gardeners who still want a truly romantic display. With thoughtful planting and simple care, ALASKA® is an easy way to add vertical impact to a family garden.
Shiny medium-green foliage of Alaska® climbing rose
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front-garden arch or pergola by the entrance
Large, creamy-white, high-centred blooms repeat through the season, creating an elegant welcome over an arch or pergola without fussy training; ideal if You want a sophisticated yet easy entrance for beginners
Clothing a sunny house wall or garage
The climbing habit and 180–280 cm height quickly cover bare walls with flowers and foliage, while own-root vigour gives a long-lived, stable structure for low-effort vertical greening for homeowners
Boundary fence in a family garden
Moderately dense, medium-green foliage and repeat-flowering clusters form a soft, floral screen that feels light rather than overbearing, offering a pretty sense of privacy that suits practical, family-focused gardens
Small group planting with cottage-style perennials
Planted with airy companions such as verbena, creeping baby’s-breath or bearded iris, its calm cream-white flowers tie mixed borders together, giving a romantic cottage feel that is easy to keep in balance for enthusiasts
Feature climber on a freestanding obelisk
Its climbing, moderately thorny canes spiral well around a support, while the large, full flowers provide a striking vertical accent that looks carefully designed even when maintained with only straightforward seasonal pruning by hobbyists
Cutting corner for home arrangements
The high-centred, very double flowers and long stems work well for cutting, so a single plant can supply classic, cream-white blooms for vases without demanding specialist knowledge, suiting creative but time-poor gardeners
Coastal or exposed suburban gardens
Good tolerance of wind, heat and moderate drought allows it to cope with breezier, more variable Irish sites while still flowering reliably, giving confidence where other roses may sulk, especially for coastal-front-garden owners
Large container on patio or balcony (min. 40–50 litres)
In a generous container with drainage, its controlled spread and repeat-flowering habit bring vertical interest to patios, provided it is watered and fed regularly, making roses possible for compact, paved-space residents
Decorating ideas
ROMANTIC ENTRANCE – Train ALASKA® over a front-garden arch with lavender at its feet for a soft, scented welcome – ideal for homeowners who like classic cottage charm.
WALL OF LIGHT – Cover a sunny garage or gable wall and underplant with hydrangeas to echo the cream tones – perfect for busy families wanting impact with few tasks.
CUT-FLOWER CORNER – Grow it on an obelisk beside gypsophila and irises for easy, home-grown bouquets – suits creative gardeners who enjoy arranging flowers indoors.
CALM COTTAGE BORDER – Mix with Verbena hastata ‘Pink Spires’ and low catmint for a relaxed, airy look – great for those who like informal, wildlife-friendly styles.
SMALL-SPACE SHOWPIECE – Plant one own-root ALASKA® in a 50-litre tub with trailing thyme around the base – ideal for urban balconies or paved courtyards.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Large-flowered climber from the Klettermaxe collection; registered as KORjoslio, marketed as Alaska® Klettermaxe®; ARS exhibition name Future; premium silver merit rating on pharmarosa.ie.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Tim-Hermann Kordes in Germany from ‘Moonlight’ × unnamed seedling; W. Kordes & Sons breeding, introduced 2014, with EU PBR 2014 and USA patent 2017; own-root production for garden use.
Awards and recognitions
Highly decorated climber: Certificat de Mérite at Bagatelle (2014); Gold Medals at Kortrijk and La Tacita (Best Climber) in 2014–2016; first prizes in Lyon and Baden bei Wien; Best Climber Belfast 2018.
Growth and structure
Climbing rose reaching about 180–280 cm high and 80–160 cm spread; moderately dense, slightly glossy, medium-green foliage; moderately thorny canes suited to arches, walls, fences and obelisks when tied in.
Flower morphology
Very double, high-centred blooms in clustered inflorescences; large flowers around 7–10 cm with over 40 petals; pointed, budded form reminiscent of classic cut roses; remontant with abundant second flush.
Colour and phenology
Cream-white base with hints of pink on buds and outer petals; colour holds very well with minimal fading; flowers progress from creamy-white with buttery centre to milky, pearly white as they mature across the season.
Fragrance and aroma
Subtle, delicately sweet fragrance of mild intensity; scent is present but restrained, adding refinement without overwhelming nearby seating or windows, suitable for front gardens and close-to-house plantings.
Rose hip characteristics
Due to its very double flowers, hips are sparse; when present they are small, spherical orange-red hips around 7–11 mm, offering light seasonal interest without significant seeding or mess issues.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b); tolerates heat and moderate drought well; disease resistance medium to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, so occasional protective care may be useful.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions with fertile, well-drained soil; space 140–240 cm depending on use; in masses use 0.4–0.5 plants/m²; tie new shoots to supports, deadhead where needed, and feed regularly for repeat flowering.
ALASKA® offers elegant, repeat-flowering cream-white blooms, dependable hardiness and a long-lived, own-root climbing framework, making it a practical choice if You would like a reliable vertical accent for Your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ALASKA® – cream-white climbing rose - Kordes
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Name Meaning:
The name "Alaska" refers to the northernmost US state, and it signifies the cultivar's excellent winter hardiness and cold tolerance.
Competition and Show Awards:
Bagatelle (Paris) – Certificat de Mérite (2014); Kortrijk / Courtrai – Gold Medal (2014); La Tacita – Gold Medal, Best Climber (2016); Lyon – 1st Prize (2016); Baden bei Wien – 1st Prize (2017); Belfast – Best Climber (2018)
Pollinator Attraction:
The double flower form, with the stamens largely concealed and difficult to access, makes it less attractive to pollinators compared with simple or semi‑double forms.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its very double flowers hide the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental variety.
Rose Hip Notes:
Rosehip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally spherical, orange-red hips 7–11 mm in diameter appear.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual 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.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top 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.
