Life's Little Pleasures® Bare Root Rose Bush

About Life’s Little Pleasures® Bare Root Rose Bush

Rosa ‘WEKswenchev’ Life’s Little Pleasures®

Delightful, dainty, and unexpectedly rich in color, Life’s Little Pleasures® is a true garden treasure in a compact form. Bred by Christian Bédard for Weeks Roses, this Miniature Rose is a standout for containers, small gardens, or as a cheerful accent among larger roses. It delivers clusters of saturated, violet-magenta blooms that glow against glossy green foliage.

Don’t let its size fool you — this petite powerhouse blooms continuously from spring through frost and features exceptional disease resistance. The cupped, old-fashioned bloom shape brings an antique charm, while its tidy habit and generous flowering habit make it a joy to grow and admire.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits

🌹 Rose Type: Miniflora (Grandiflora flowers on a miniature bush)
🧬 Breeder: Christian Bédard (United States)
🏢 Introduced By: Weeks Roses
🎨 Color: Rich violet-magenta
🌸 Petal Count: ~35–40 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Old-fashioned, cupped blooms in small clusters
📏 Bloom Size: Small (~1.5–2″)
🔁 Flowering: Nearly continuous from spring to frost
🏺 Vase Life: Good — especially in miniature arrangements or as an accent
🧴 Fragrance: Moderate - fruity

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits

🌿 Growth Type: Naturally compact and bushy
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–10
📐 Spacing: ~1.5–2′
↕️ Height: ~18–24″
↔️ Width: ~18–24″

🛡️ Health & Suitability

🌱 Rootstock: Own-root
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent — very resistant to black spot and mildew
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Performs well in a wide range of climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
Great for containers nationwide • Ideal for small-space gardens • Performs especially well in urban or patio settings

🏅 Awards: ARS Award of Excellence (2023)