Question:
Can you recommend climbing rose varieties that perform well in Iowa?Answer:
Generally, climbing roses don’t perform well in Iowa. Many bloom on the previous year’s growth, but suffer extensive winter dieback. As a result, many climbing roses bloom little or not at all.
The following roses are noted for their hardiness, vigor, and disease resistance.
- ‘William Baffin’ produces semi-double, deep pink, 3-inch flowers. The center of each blossom contains bright gold stamens. Plants bloom heavily in June with light bloom through summer. ‘William Baffin’ can attain a height of 8 to 10 feet. It can be grown as a large shrub or climber.
- The long, arching canes of ‘Henry Kelsey’ may grow 7 to 9 feet long. It can be grown as a climber or arching shrub. ‘Henry Kelsey’ produces semi-double, medium red, 3-inch flowers. Golden stamens highlight the center of each blossom. ‘Henry Kelsey’ blooms heavily in June with light repeat bloom.
- ‘John Cabot’ bears deep rose-pink, semi-double, 3-inch flowers on 6- to 8-foot-long canes. The blossoms are moderately fragrant. Plants bloom heavily in June with light to moderate bloom through summer. ‘John Cabot’ can be grown as a spreading shrub or as a climber.
Learn more about growing roses in this article: Growing Roses in Iowa.
Last updated on
June 30, 2023