Botanical profile

Miniature climbing rose 'Top of the World'

The ‘Top of the World’ Rose, a compact and very floriferous miniature climbing rose, stands out with its small, double, vibrant bright red flowers produced in abundant clusters. Despite its small size, it offers a spectacular effect thanks to the density of its blooms and its flexible habit, which is easy to train. Ideal for small trellises, obelisks, balconies, or container plantings, it allows for colorful verticality even in confined spaces. Its flowering is continuous and repeat-blooming, ensuring a sustained presence throughout the season. Its dark green, fine, and healthy foliage highlights the intensity of the red while displaying good general resistance. The ‘Top of the World’ Rose is particularly appreciated for its versatility, ease of maintenance, and its ability to create a significant visual impact in a miniature format, while actively attracting pollinating insects.

Latin name
Rosa 'Top of the World'
Common name
Miniature climbing rose 'Top of the World'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Water regularly the first year to encourage rooting. Then, water deeply during periods of heat or drought.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-29°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Bright orange
Fruiting
Rare production of rose hips if not pruned
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Climbing
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 ft (1.8 m)
Width
200 cm (6.5 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Flowers that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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