A dramatic climber with deep carmine‑red blooms that arrive in generous clusters and announce themselves with strong fragrance. This rose delivers vintage flair and climbing impact, ideal for vertical scale in the garden.
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USDA Hardiness Zone: 6b–9b
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Mature Size: Up to ~9′10″ (≈300 cm) tall; very vigorous climbing habit
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Bloom & Form: Medium double blooms (≈17‑25 petals) in large clusters; rich carmine‑red/crimson color; cupped form; once‑blooming (spring/early summer)
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Fragrance: Strong, classic scent
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Garden Use: Excellent for trellises, pergolas, walls or tall shrub beds; provides bold vertical presence
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Special Notes: Introduced in 1915 (USA) via breeder Dr. Walter Van Fleet; classed as a Hybrid Wichurana large‑flowered climber