Miniature – dwarf rose

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Wekwibypur

Mini - dwarf rose

- – Tom Carruth

Velvety deep, blackish‑purple base‑coloured petals with a contrasting cream‑white eye spot in the centre. - dwarf - mini rose - strongly scented, detectable from a distance rose - spicy scent

– Striking deep purple blooms with white eye
– Strong, spicy scent detectable from afar
– Compact dwarf habit for pots and edging
– Repeats flowering with abundant second flush
– Hardy to –32 °C with medium disease resistance
Special feature: American Rose Society Award of Excellence–winning miniature for showy displays.
Natural plant form – Living, vibrant garden
Wekwibypur
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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Diamond Eyes – velvety purple mini rose for easy, dramatic edging

With its mesmerising white “eye” at the heart of deep purple blooms, Diamond Eyes is a compact miniature rose that gives your garden instant drama without demanding complex care. Ideal for Irish front gardens and small borders, it thrives even where rainfall is frequent and drainage needs a little attention. The naturally dwarf, rounded shape stays neat, so You can edge paths, patios or low hedges without constant clipping. Repeating flushes of flowers provide continuous colour through the season, while the rich, spicy fragrance is surprisingly strong for such a small plant. Dense, glossy foliage and sturdy, winter-hardy growth support a long-lived, own-root bush that can regenerate and remain attractive for many years. In a minimum 40–50 litre container or a small sunny bed, You plant this miniature once and enjoy a compact, reliable feature that matures from establishing roots to a full ornamental effect over its first three seasons.


Diamond Eyes in full bloom, showing deep purple petals and a clear white eye.

Use cases

Target area Reason
Front garden edging along paths or driveways Low, uniform height and dense branching create a tidy ribbon of purple-and-white blooms that is easy to maintain and looks “finished” even in small Irish front gardens, ideal for the busy beginner
Statement patio container near doors or seating Works beautifully in a 40–50 litre pot, where the compact habit and strong purple flowers stay in proportion to the container, giving a long-lasting, replant-free focal point for the urban homeowner
Small cottage-style beds around the home The dramatic flower contrast and spicy scent fit perfectly with romantic cottage planting, forming a reliable, own-root shrub that settles in and keeps performing for the country gardener
Low hedge to define lawn edges or play areas Regular spacing at 35 cm creates a low, clear boundary that remains manageable, with moderate thorns and compact growth making it practical near family spaces for the family-focused
Mixed border with perennials and herbs Deep purple flowers and glossy dark green foliage contrast well with silver or blue companions like lavender or Echinops, anchoring the bed with season-long structure for the design-conscious
Urban balcony or small courtyard garden Reliable flowering and compact size suit restricted spaces, while own-root resilience means the plant copes steadily with pots and changing conditions for the apartment gardener
Partial-shade side garden or north-east aspect Tolerates some shade, still flowering well where many roses sulk, helping You green up those trickier, less-loved strips beside houses for the practical planner
Coastal or high-rainfall family plots Hardy, medium-disease-resistance growth performs reliably in cool, damp, wind-exposed Irish sites where good drainage helps it shrug off constant wet weather for the coastal resident

Decorating ideas

  • Doorstep Jewel – Plant one Diamond Eyes in a classic terracotta pot (40–50 litres) under a front window, underplant with trailing thyme for scent and soft edges – ideal for small entrance spaces and first-time rose owners
  • Cottage Ribbon – Line a narrow path with a repeating row of Diamond Eyes and interplant tufts of Calamintha grandiflora ‘Elfin Purple’ for a humming, romantic cottage feel – perfect for rural or village-style gardens
  • Purple Focus – In a mixed border, position Diamond Eyes in front of hydrangeas, with lavender and rosemary at the sides to echo the purple tones – suited to gardeners who like structured yet low-effort schemes
  • Family-Friendly Frame – Use a low hedge of Diamond Eyes to frame a small lawn, and mix in blue globe thistle clumps behind for height and texture – great for families wanting tidy borders that still feel vibrant
  • Balcony Accent – Combine Diamond Eyes in a large container with trailing ivy and compact grasses for a modern, easy-care look – ideal for busy urban dwellers seeking long-season colour in limited space

Technical cultivar profile
Property Data
Name and registration Miniature, dwarf rose; registered as WEKwibypur, with American Rose Society exhibition name Diamond Eyes. Trade name: Wekwibypur Mini - dwarf rose WEKwibypur. Part of the Mini - dwarf rose collection.
Origin and breeding Bred by Tom Carruth (United States, 2011) for Weeks Wholesale Rose Grower, Inc. Parentage: ‘Wild Blue Yonder’ × [(seedling × ‘Baby Love’) × ‘Night Owl’]. Introduced after 2015; US registration 2015 (PP26 202).
Awards and recognitions American Rose Society Award of Excellence (2013), recognising performance and ornamental value within the miniature and patio rose category, especially in container and exhibition use under garden conditions.
Growth and structure Dwarf, compact bush, 45–55 cm high and wide, with dense branching and glossy dark green foliage. Moderately thorny stems; naturally rounded habit suitable for edging, low hedges, containers and small-format garden spaces.
Flower morphology Semi-double blooms with 13–25 petals, flat form and small flower size (0.5–1.5 in). Cluster-flowering habit gives multiple heads per stem, encouraging a strong visual effect from a low, compact plant even in small beds.
Colour and phenology Velvety, dark purple to blackish-purple petals with a sharply defined cream-white central eye and yellow stamens. Colour lightens slightly in strong heat, deepens in cooler weather. Repeats well with abundant secondary flushes.
Fragrance and aroma Strong, spicy scent detectable from a distance for a miniature rose. Semi-double form means fragrance is noticeable near seating or paths, though pollinator attraction is moderate because stamens are partly concealed.
Rose hip characteristics Rose-hip set usually slight; when present, small spherical hips, 6–8 mm in diameter, red (RHS 40A). Decorative effect is modest, with flowering performance remaining the main ornamental feature into late season.
Resistance and hardiness Winter hardy to about −32 to −29 °C (USDA 4b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 5). Disease resistance medium against black spot, rust and powdery mildew; benefits from basic preventative care and regular watering during dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations Ideal for containers, borders, edging, low hedges, specimens and urban spaces. Plant at 35–45 cm for hedges or massing; 75 cm as specimen. Suitable for partial shade; deadhead spent blooms and provide good drainage in heavy soils.

Diamond Eyes offers compact size, striking purple-and-white blooms and strong fragrance on a hardy, own-root plant that settles in for years of low-effort colour, so You can plant with confidence and decide calmly if it suits your garden.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: WEKWIBYPUR – dark purple dwarf-mini rose - Carruth
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:02.10.2025
Cultivar Merit Rating: premium gold
Item Number: [501] 52-637 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.ie

Name and Registration

Cultivar Name Meaning: The name "Diamond Eyes" means "Gyémánt szemek", and refers to the striking white "eye" at the centre of the deep purple petals.
Synonym Name: Diamond Eyes™
Trade Name: Wekwibypur Mini - dwarf rose WEKwibypur
Rose Group: Miniature
Commercial Type: dwarf - mini rose
Commercial Group: Mini - dwarf rose
Exhibition Category: exhibition mini rose; container and edging rose
Collection: Mini - dwarf rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Weeks Roses (United States)
Year of Introduction: after 2015
Registration Year: 2015 (US Plant Patent PP26 202)
Breeder: Tom Carruth
Breeding Company / Institution: Weeks Wholesale Rose Grower, Inc
Breeding Year: United States, 2011
Parentage: ‘Wild Blue Yonder’ × [(seedling × ‘Baby Love’) × ‘Night Owl’]

Awards and Honours

Competition and Show Awards: American Rose Society Award of Excellence (2013)

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 1.5-1.8ft (45-55 cm)
Spread: 1.5-1.8ft (45-55 cm)
Growth Habit: dwarf
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage. The leaves have a glossy surface and a dark green colour (RHS 139A).
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: Removing spent blooms is recommended to promote continuous flowering.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data available on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25
Flower Fullness: semi double-flowered
Flower Form: flat
Flower Size: S (0,5-1,5 in)
Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered
Colour Code: ARS code: m RHS code: 79A (outer), 155D (inner)
Repeat Flowering: Repeats flowering well, producing an abundant second flush.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: dark-purple
Flower Colour: Velvety deep, blackish‑purple base‑coloured petals with a contrasting cream‑white eye spot in the centre.
Closed Bud: Dark, almost black-purple, with a slightly glossy surface.
Freshly Opened Flower: Deep purple petals with a clear white zone at the throat and prominent yellow stamens.
Full Bloom: The petals take on a purple tone with blackish hues, and the outline of the white eye is sharply defined.
Pre-Fading Flower: The purple hue slightly fades, and the central white area pales to a creamy white.
Colour Fading Description: In hot, strong sunlight the colour lightens slightly; in cooler conditions it darkens.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: strongly scented, detectable from a distance rose
Fragrance Character: spicy scent
Pollinator Attraction: Semi-double flowers with 13–25 petals moderately attract pollinators because the semi-double form partly conceals the stamens, reducing their accessibility.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Semi-double flowering variety; pollinator-friendliness limited — attracts few pollinators

Rose Hip Characteristics

Rose Hip Shape: spherical
Rose Hip Colour: red (RHS 40A)
Rose Hip Notes: Rose-hip formation is expected to be slight; occasionally spherical, red (RHS 40A) rose hips 6–8 mm in diameter may appear.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -32–-29 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Performs well in heat but requires regular watering during prolonged dry spells.
Disease Resistance: medium
  • powdery mildew – medium
  • black spot – medium
  • rust – medium

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Spacing: for mass planting: 45 cm; for hedging: 35 cm; as a specimen: 75 cm
Planting Density: square planting 4,9 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 5,7 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: suitable for partial shade
Maintenance Requirements: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires plant protection.
Key Uses: container, border, edging plant, low hedge, specimen, cut flower, urban green space

Notes

Strengths: Natural plant form – Living, vibrant garden
Companion Plants: Echinops - blue globe thistle Calamintha grandiflora ‘Elfin Purple’ - large-flowered calamint Lavandula angustifolia - narrow-leaved lavender
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WEKWIBYPUR – dark purple dwarf-mini rose - Carruth
Velvety deep, blackish‑purple base‑coloured petals with a contrasting cream‑white eye spot in the centre. - dwarf - mini rose - strongly scented, detectable from a distance rose - spicy scent
Rose Shopping Online - dark-purple - dwarf - mini rose - Wekwibypur - (1.5-1.8ft (45-55 cm))
Inflorescence: cluster-flowered Height: 1.5-1.8ft (45-55 cm) Flower shape: flat Winter hardiness: 5b dark-purple - Weeks Roses (United States) dwarf - mini rose - Flower size: S (0,5-1,5 in) Flower size: S (0,5-1,5 in) - Height: 1.5-1.8ft (45-55 cm) Height: 1.5-1.8ft (45-55 cm) - Flower fullness: semi double-flowered Wekwibypur - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium gold Tom Carruth

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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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