About
This exuberant rambler, reaching 300-600cm, with flexible, whip-like canes ideal for training over structures. Lavish cascades of small, clustered flowers smother the plant in midsummer in midsummer. A worthy selection, 'Aristide Briand' is widely admired.
About the genus
Rosa can be deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs or scrambling climbers, with usually thorny stems bearing compound pinnate leaves and solitary or clustered flowers. Flowers may be followed by showy red or purple fruits in some varieties.
Plant details
Suggested usesBeds, borders, containers, cutting gardens. Ideal for display and arrangements.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Mulch annually in late winter.
PruningPrune in late winter. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing stems. Shape to an open framework.
PropagationTake hardwood cuttings in autumn. Some types can be budded onto rootstock.
Pest resistanceAphids, sawfly, and deer may cause damage. Use companion planting to deter pests.
Disease resistanceBlack spot, rust, and powdery mildew can occur. Choose resistant cultivars and ensure good air circulation.