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 fragrance for scented pergolas
– Abundant second flowering extends the display
– Vigorous climber for walls, fences and arbours
– Elegant, very double lilac‑pink blooms
– Good drought tolerance for sunnier, drier spots Gné speisialta: Fás láidir suas le 4,5 m do chlúdach rómánsúil.
Gentle landscaping – Garden-appropriate choice
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,80 €
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TOROCKÓ – lilac-pink climbing rose - Márk
If You dream of a romantic climbing rose that simply fits into everyday Irish garden life, Torockó is made for effortless charm in small and medium family plots. Long, flexible canes and remontant flowering make it ideal for pergolas, walls or fences where You want lasting colour without complex pruning routines. Its large, very double blooms shift from rich purplish pink to soft lilac-pink, giving a cottage mood that looks beautiful even in changeable weather. Own-root plants build strength gradually, supporting a genuinely long garden life and dependable regrowth after harsher winters. Over time the moderately dense, glossy foliage forms a balanced green backdrop for the flowers, coping well even where wet summers and mild fungal pressure are common. In the first year roots settle, in the second the framework thickens, and by the third year Torockó usually reaches its full ornamental effect. Medium maintenance and moderate disease resistance keep care accessible, while the strong fragrance adds daily pleasure when You pass the front door. With thoughtful spacing and steady support, this climber becomes a reliable, long-lived feature that looks as if it has always belonged beside Your home.
Freshly opened purplish-pink bloom of Torockó climbing rose.
Torockó climbing rose, closed bud
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front-garden pergola or arch by the entrance
Long, climbing canes and large, very double blooms quickly create a welcoming archway over paths or gates. Remontant flowering extends the season, giving repeated flushes of lilac-pink colour and scent for arriving guests and busy beginners
Sunny house wall or warm fence line
Ideal where You want vertical colour without losing ground space. Torockó’s 3–4,5 m height clothes walls in layered pink tones, while good drought tolerance helps it cope with warmer, drier south- or west-facing positions for urban homeowners
Romantic cottage-style seating corner
The rich, changing flower colours and strong fragrance suit a bench, bistro set or small patio nook. Trained along a trellis or arbour, it adds privacy and a soft, traditional cottage character that appeals to romantic gardeners
Family garden play area backdrop
Used along the back fence or behind a lawn, Torockó offers height and colour without demanding expert care. Moderate prickliness discourages climbing, while own-root strength supports long-term reliability for family-focused
Small group planting with 2–3 climbers
Planted at recommended spacing, a pair or trio can dress a larger pergola or divide the garden into cosy “rooms”. The gradual year‑on‑year growth gives You time to train the structure without overwhelming smaller spaces for careful planners
Mixed border with shrubs and grasses
Torockó’s glossy medium-green foliage and lilac-pink blooms combine well with box, catmint or low ornamental grasses, creating a soft, textural backdrop that stays attractive even between main flower flushes for design-conscious
Coastal or exposed rural garden structures
Suited to trained use on sturdy fences or arbours where wind and salt-laden air may occur, thanks to its robust frame and tolerance of conditions that often include wet summers and steady fungal pressure for Irish gardeners
Large container on patio or balcony (with support)
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with a trellis, Torockó gives vertical colour and fragrance near seating areas. Own-root vigour and remontant flowering deliver impact even where borders are limited, suiting space-conscious
Decorating ideas
Cottage Archway – Train Torockó over a metal or wooden arch and underplant with Nepeta x faassenii for a soft, lilac-pink cloud of flowers and scented foliage – ideal for lovers of classic cottage charm
Fragrant Wall Veil – Guide the canes along horizontal wires on a sunny house wall, pairing with box edging and low grasses for a structured yet romantic look – perfect for tidy, low-fuss front gardens
Garden Room Divider – Use Torockó on a freestanding trellis to separate lawn and seating, combining with ornamental grasses for movement and privacy – suited to family gardens needing gentle zoning
Patio Scent Corner – Plant in a minimum 40–50 litre container with a slim obelisk and add pots of rosemary and lavender nearby for a Mediterranean-feel retreat – great for balcony or terrace owners
Pergola Retreat – Cover a wooden pergola with Torockó and mix in shade-tolerant companions beneath, such as hydrangeas, to create a layered, snug seating area – appealing to weekend relaxers
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Trade name Torockó Climbing rose Márk, large-flowered climbing rose group, exhibition category climbing rose; registered as a climber for covering walls, pergolas and garden structures.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Hungarian rosarian Márk Gergely before 1991, with parentage unknown. Introduced and initially distributed by PharmaRosa Ltd.; developed as a decorative climber for Central European garden conditions.
Growth and structure
Strong, climbing habit reaching around 3,0–4,5 m high, with a 1,2–2,0 m spread. Moderately dense, glossy, medium-green foliage on moderately thorny shoots; needs firm support and regular tying in.
Flower morphology
Large, cup-shaped, very double blooms with 40+ petals, borne mainly solitary on stems. Remontant with a generous second flush, providing repeated displays of textured, full flowers through the season.
Colour and phenology
Deep magenta-pink buds open to rich purplish-pink flowers, gradually fading to soft, silvery lilac-pink with pastel edges. Colour lightens notably as blooms mature, giving a layered, changing colour effect.
Fragrance and aroma
Strongly and persistently scented variety; fragrance strength described as strong and long-lasting, adding a notable sensory dimension around paths, terraces, entrances and seating areas when in bloom.
Rose hip characteristics
Occasionally forms small rose hips, typically 0–8 mm in diameter, with no special ornamental or wildlife value noted; hip colour and exact shape have not been characterised in available data.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to about −23 to −26 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b). Moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, with generally good drought tolerance reported under typical garden care.
Horticultural recommendations
Recommended for pergolas, arbours, fences, walls and park use. Medium maintenance; occasional plant protection may be needed. Suggested spacings: 1,5 m for mass use, 1,4 m for hedging, 2,5 m as a specimen.
TOROCKÓ – lilac-pink climbing rose - Márk offers strong fragrance, generous repeat flowering and space-saving vertical height, while its own-root vigour supports long-lived structures; consider it if You want reliable, romantic cover 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
Flower Colour:
A deep, rich pink base tone is accented by a purple hue.
Closed Bud:
Glossy, deep magenta-pink with a slight purplish tinge.
Freshly 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.
Pre-Fading Flower:
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 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.
