The petals are a deep, rich plum-lilac shade with a subtle smoky tone. - floribunda bedding rose - strong, clearly perceptible scented rose - citrusy, spicy
– Deep plum-lilac, velvety clustered blooms
– Strong, clearly perceptible citrus‑spicy fragrance
– Compact growth, ideal for beds and containers
– Excellent resistance to major rose diseases
– Reliable repeat flowering with rich second flush Speisialtacht: Duais “Most Fragrant Rose” ag Rose Hills International Rose Trials (2011).
Value-driven choice – Consistent quality
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
23,30 €
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Ebb Tide – WEKsmopur plum-lilac bedding floribunda rose
If You dream of a compact rose that simply gets on and performs in an Irish family garden, Ebb Tide is for You: richly scented plum-lilac clusters on a neat, bushy plant that copes well with our humid, changeable weather and typical garden routines. This floribunda stays reassuringly compact, ideal for smaller beds, front gardens and edging, yet it flowers in generous, repeated flushes from early summer onwards. The velvety, smokily coloured blooms carry a strong, spicy-citrus fragrance that You notice as You pass the front path or sit out on the patio. On its own roots it settles in for the long term, forming a balanced, well-furnished bush that regenerates reliably after pruning with little fuss. In year one it concentrates on roots, in year two it builds strong shoots, and by year three it shows full ornamental value with a stable shape and dependable flowering. With good basic watering and feeding, Ebb Tide offers an easy, low-maintenance way to add deep colour and character around Your home.
Ebb Tide flower fullness, showing the double bloom and centre
Ebb Tide showing buds and opening plum-lilac blooms side by side.
Freshly opened Ebb Tide bloom in deep plum-lilac tones.
Ebb Tide in closed bud, showing its dark plum-purple tones.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal point by the entrance
The rich plum-lilac colour and velvety texture stand out against typical front-garden backdrops such as gravel, paving or evergreen shrubs, giving a smart but romantic welcome without needing complicated maintenance – ideal for the occasional-gardening homeowner
Compact flowering hedge along a path
Its naturally compact, bushy habit and 60–85 cm height make it easy to line a path or drive with a low hedge that stays tidy; light pruning keeps a dense wall of foliage and flowers, with few thorns to snag – a good choice for families with children
Small bed in a modest-sized family garden
Recommended spacings allow You to fill a small bed with 3–5 plants for a full, floriferous effect; the own-root plants knit together into a long-lived, even planting that copes well with Ireland’s damp, fungus-prone climate – reassuring for time-poor beginners
Mixed border with perennials and grasses
Dense, glossy dark green foliage and clustered blooms combine well with asters or ornamental grasses, adding structure and repeat colour; disease resistance reduces the need for sprays so the border stays attractive with minimal intervention – suiting eco-aware gardeners
Feature rose near seating or patio
The strong, spicy-citrus fragrance is easily appreciated when planted close to where You sit or dine outdoors; regular repeat flowering means You enjoy scented blooms for much of the season with only light deadheading – perfect for scent-loving neighbours
Coastal or exposed urban front gardens
Good overall disease resistance and a resilient, own-root framework allow it to cope with breezy, damp, built-up or coastal conditions, provided drainage is reasonable and watering is consistent – an easy win for busy urban residents
Large patio pot or container display
Planted in a minimum 40–50 litre container with quality compost, the compact size and repeat blooming habit give a long season of colour on balconies or paved yards; low-prickle stems make it easier to manage in tight spaces – ideal for balcony owners
Cut flowers from the home garden
The medium-large, double, cup-shaped clusters provide atmospheric, plum-lilac stems for informal vases; strong fragrance and good stem length mean You can cut a few blooms without spoiling the display outdoors – appealing to home-arranging enthusiasts
Decorating ideas
Cottage Path Border – Plant a short run of Ebb Tide on each side of a gravel path, interspersed with lavender and catmint, for a romantic, scented walk-up to the front door – for fans of relaxed cottage style.
Plum Patio Pot – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme around the rim, letting the dark blooms contrast with pale stone or decking – for small patios and balcony gardeners.
Evening Seating Corner – Combine Ebb Tide with white hydrangeas and low box edging near a bench, so the deep purple blooms and fragrance stand out at dusk – for those who enjoy unwinding outdoors after work.
Modern Mixed Bed – Set Ebb Tide among feather reed grass and dwarf asters for a contemporary look where soft movement and structured colour meet – for homeowners wanting an easy, design-led front garden.
Family-Friendly Front Hedge – Create a low hedge by spacing plants 50 cm apart, backing them with cherry laurel for year-round green and summer perfume – for families seeking neat kerb appeal with little upkeep.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bedding rose, commercial group Bed rose; registered as WEKsmopur, sold as Ebb Tide among others. ARS exhibition name Ebb Tide, bush rose; fragrant floribunda for garden use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Thomas F. Carruth (USA), breeding completed in 2001 from complex hybrid parentage including Sweet Chariot, Blue Nile and Stephen’s Big Purple; introduced and first distributed by Weeks Wholesale Rose Grower Inc. in 2006.
Awards and recognitions
Certificate of Merit at the National Rose Trial Garden of Australia in 2005, highlighting garden performance; named Most Fragrant Rose at the Rose Hills International Rose Trials in the United States in 2011 for its distinctive scent.
Growth and structure
Compact, bushy habit reaching about 60–85 cm high and 50–70 cm wide, with dense, dark green glossy foliage. Shoots are only sparsely thorned, making routine care and picking easier in family gardens and narrow front-border settings.
Flower morphology
Double, cup-shaped blooms with 26–39 petals, typically produced in clusters of 1–5 flowers per stem. Repeat-flowering (remontant) with an especially abundant second flush, giving an extended display when lightly deadheaded through the season.
Colour and phenology
Deep plum-lilac petals with a subtle smoky tone; buds open dark purple with crimson hints, then show paler bases and may fade slightly in hot sun. Colour is richer and more persistent in cooler conditions, offering atmospheric, moody tones in Irish summers.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, clearly perceptible scent with a distinctive spicy-citrus character; easily noticeable at close range in beds, borders and containers. Suitable for those who value fragrance in small gardens and for cutting a few stems for indoor enjoyment.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderate quantities of spherical hips, 12–16 mm in diameter, in orange-red shades (RHS 28B–30B). Decorative in late season if spent flowers are left on, adding subtle autumn interest alongside foliage and surrounding plantings.
Resistance and hardiness
Rated H7, hardy in USDA zone 6b and Swedish zone 3, tolerating approximately −21 to −18 °C. Good resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; moderate heat tolerance, needing regular watering during prolonged dry spells for best results.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers a sunny position with reasonably drained soil; suitable for beds, edging, low hedges, containers and cutting. Low maintenance with minimal spraying; own-root, 2-litre plants establish reliably when spaced 50–100 cm depending on the chosen garden use.
Ebb Tide (WEKsmopur) offers compact growth, strong fragrance and reliable repeat flowering on a long-lived own-root framework, giving You lasting colour and scent in an easy-care rose that suits busy Irish gardens, should You decide to plant it.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
WEKSMOPUR – plum-lilac bedding floribunda rose - Carruth
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Name Meaning:
The term "Ebb Tide" refers to the ebb (the receding sea), alluding to the cultivar’s characteristic deep, undulating purple-violet colour.
Competition and Show Awards:
Certificate of Merit – National Rose Trial Garden of Australia (2005); Most Fragrant Rose – Rose Hills International Rose Trials, United States (2011)
Pollinator Attraction:
Double, 26–39‑petalled flowers with visible stamens are moderately attractive to pollinators, since flower form (simple/semi-double/double) and stamen accessibility influence their attractiveness.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its double flowers moderately attract pollinators, so it is at most partially pollinator-friendly.
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.
