9 Great Varieties Of Climbing Roses

To call a rose a “climber” is somewhat misleading, as these plants do not have tendrils or suckers that instinctively seek to cling to a trellis or wall. More appropriately, they’re best described as very tall roses with extra long canes that can easily be secured to a trellis or other structure. While the thorny canes can hook themselves onto vertical supports, you generally need to tie the canes up the way you want. The cultural needs for climbing roses are similar to those of other types of hybrid roses. They require rich but very well-draining soil, preferably with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Like most plants with profuse flowers, they require regular feeding. A fertilizer formulated for roses should be applied about every four weeks during spring and summer. Here are nine gorgeous varieties of climbing roses to consider for your garden, including several award winners.

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 6–9Height: 9–13 feetSun Exposure: Full, Partial

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 4–9Height: 6–8 feetSun Exposure: Partial

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 5–10Height: 10–14 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 4–9Height: 7–11 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 5–9Height: 10–12 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 5–9Height: 15–25 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 5–10Height: 8–12 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 5–11Height: 6–10 feetSun Exposure: Full

Native Area: Nursery hybridUSDA Growing Zones: 6–9Height: 5–7 feetSun Exposure: Full