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Climbing Rose

Rosa setigera var. setigera

Climbing roses are beautiful flowers that grow on vines and can climb up walls, fences, or trellises. They come in many colors like red, pink, and white, and have a lovely fragrance.

Habitat: Gardens

Appearance

The Climbing Rose has long, flexible canes covered in sharp thorns, which it uses to scramble up supports. Its beautiful, often fragrant flowers bloom in clusters, typically in shades of pink, red, white, or yellow. The vibrant petals contrast with the glossy green leaves, making it a striking garden feature.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusRosa
Climbing Rose
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Climbing Rose

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

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Special abilities

Ability

Thorn Navigator

Climbing Rose has sharp, hooked thorns that help it grip onto surfaces, allowing it to scale walls and trellises.

Ability

Fragrant Beacon

Climbing Rose produces sweet-smelling flowers that help it attract bees and butterflies from far away for pollination.

Ability

Structural Support

Climbing Rose can grow strong, woody stems over many years, creating sturdy frameworks on fences and arbors.

Measurements & details

Height
200-600 cm
Spread
150-300 cm
Flower Size
4-10 cm
Bloom Season
Spring_summer
Edible
No
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honeybee

Apis mellifera

Gathers nectar and pollen

pollinates

Common Eastern Bumblebee

Bombus impatiens

Collects pollen from flowers

eats

Rose Aphid

Macrosiphum rosae

Sucks sap from new growth

eats

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Browses on leaves and shoots

Traits

Also known as

Climbing RosebushRambler Rose

Collections

Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Enjoy the beauty of climbing roses from a safe distance to avoid getting pricked by thorns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Climbing Rose?

200-600 cm

How wide does Climbing Rose spread?

150-300 cm

How big are the flowers on Climbing Rose?

4-10 cm

When does Climbing Rose bloom?

Spring_summer

Is Climbing Rose edible?

No

Is Climbing Rose toxic?

Mild

What is Climbing Rose's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Climbing Rose pollinated?

Insect

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