Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) (double yellow Banksia rose) — Climbing

Overview

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 8-12 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.

About

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea', known as the double yellow Banksia rose, is a climbing shrub in the Rosaceae family. It is a deciduous climber that can reach heights of 8 to 12 metres with a spread of 2.5 to 4 metres, typically taking 5 to 10 years to reach full height. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered aspects and prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. It is notable in spring and winter for its ornamental interest.

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.

Wikipedia contributors, "Rose", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Rose

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Rosa

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub, Roses
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 8-12 metres
Spread: 2.5-4 metres
Time to full height: 5-10 years
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d)

Propagation: Hardwood cuttings in autumn, Softwood cuttings (under glass) in spring or summer, Chip budding in summer
Pest resistance: Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose slugworm sawfly, Rose leaf-rolling sawfly, Deer, Rabbits
Disease resistance: Rose black spot, Rose rust, Replant disease, Rose dieback, Rose powdery mildews, Honey fungus, Rose blindness, Flower balling

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d)?

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) need?

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Ra/d) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.