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Lady Banks' Rose

Lady Banks' Rose

Rosa banksiae

vine☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 6aZone 11b

Lady Banks' Rose is a vigorous, thornless climbing rose with small fragrant flowers that cascade abundantly in spring. It is extremely drought-tolerant once established and ideal for covering walls, fences, and arbors in warm climates.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
fast
Size
15–30′ tall × 15–30′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 6aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Climber

Vines that climb the layers above on a support.

Native Range

China

Function & Care

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Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
cutting, layering

Notable Cultivars

Lutea, the most common cultivar, produces small double yellow flowers with a violet fragrance. Alba produces white double blooms and is slightly less vigorous but equally ornamental.