Overview
Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' is a bushy, suckering climbing shrub in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include trellises, walls, arches and garden screens. It is native to China.
About
Rosa banksiae, common names Lady Banks' rose, or just Banks' rose, is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to central and western China, in the provinces of Gansu, Guizhou, Henan, Hubei, Jiangsu, Sichuan and Yunnan, at altitudes of 500–2,200 m (1,600–7,200 ft). The rose is named for Dorothea Lady Banks, the wife of botanist Sir Joseph Banks.
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About the genus
A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rosa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climbing shrub
- Habit
- Bushy, Suckering
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Trellises, walls, arches, garden screens
- Native to
- China
- Fragrance
- Mild, sweet
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil, avoid waterlogging; tolerant of poor soils; minimal feeding required
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove old wood
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, layering
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose leaf-rolling sawfly, Leaf-cutter bees
- Disease resistance
- Rose black spot, Rose rust, Replant disease, Rose dieback, Powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena'?
Prefers well-drained soil, avoid waterlogging; tolerant of poor soils; minimal feeding required.
Where is the best place to plant Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena'?
Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' need?
Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena'?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove old wood.
Is Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' hardy in the UK?
Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Rosa banksiae lutea 'Plena'?
Softwood cuttings, layering.
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More in the Rosa genus
- Rosa 'Alpine Sunset' (HT)
- Rosa 'Barbara Richards' (HT)
- Rosa 'Chaplin's Pink Companion' (Cl)
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- Rosa 'Gavotte' (HT)
- Rosa 'Geranium Red' (F)
- Rosa 'Hovyn de Tronchère' (HT)
- Rosa 'Mabel Morrison' (HP)
