Climbing Roses (Rosa spp. (various cultivars and hybrids))

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Tolerates light shade but may reduce flowering

Bloom Time:

• Late spring to fall (varies by cultivar)
• Some bloom once; many modern varieties are repeat bloomers

Size:

Height: 8 to 20 feet (depending on variety and training)
Width: 4 to 8 feet or more (spread depends on support and pruning)

Attributes:

• Large, often fragrant blooms in a wide range of colors
• Can be trained on structures for vertical interest
• Attracts pollinators
• Many are disease-resistant and cold-hardy (varies by cultivar)
• Adds a romantic, cottage-garden feel

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost
• Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Fertilize in early spring and mid-summer with rose fertilizer
• Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape (some bloom on old wood, others on new)
• Tie canes to supports as they grow

Pest watch:

• Monitor for aphids, black spot, powdery mildew, and Japanese beetles