Candy Land | Climbing Rose

🌹 Candyland® Rose (Climbing Rose) The Candyland® Rose is a vibrant, easy-care climbing rose prized for its eye-catching striped blooms and long flowering season. The Candyland (Candy Land™) rose was bred by the American rose hybridizer: 👉 Tom Carruth 🌹 Details Breeder: Tom Carruth Country: United States Year: Around 2004–2006 (introduced commercially in 2007) Breeder code: WEKrosopela 🌸 Appearance Color: Creamy white to soft blush petals with bold pink or red stripes (like candy 🍭) Flower Form: Semi-double blooms with a relaxed, open shape Bloom Size: Medium (about 2.5–4 inches across) Fragrance: Light, mildly sweet scent 🌿 Plant Details Type: Climbing landscape rose Height: Typically grows 8–12 feet (2.5–3.5 m) Spread: Around 4–6 feet Foliage: Glossy green leaves with good disease resistance Growth Habit: Vigorous and bushy climber, ideal for vertical spaces 🌼 Blooming Habit Repeat Bloomer: Flowers continuously from spring to fall Produces clusters of blooms rather than single flowers Performs reliably even in less-than-perfect conditions ☀️ Growing Conditions Light: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily) Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil Water: Moderate watering; avoid waterlogging Climate: Thrives in warm climates and adapts well to many regions 🌱 Care Tips Train long canes along trellises, fences, or arches for better flowering Light pruning helps maintain shape and encourages new growth Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds 🌟 Why Gardeners Love It Unique striped petals make it stand out in any garden Strong disease resistance compared to many roses Low maintenance and beginner-friendly Excellent for vertical gardening and decorative landscapes 🌹 Ideal Uses Garden arches and pergolas Boundary fences Feature plant in ornamental gardens