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the best climbing roses

If you’re searching for the best climbing roses to transform your garden into a fragrant, colourful retreat, you’re in the right place. Climbing roses are beloved for their ability to cover walls, fences, trellises, and arches with a cascade of blooms and lush foliage. Whether you want soft pastels or bold, vibrant colours, there’s a climbing rose to suit every New Zealand garden. Read on to discover which varieties top the list and how these stunning roses can add vertical interest and beauty to your outdoor space.

Rosa banksiae 'Alba' growing on a pergola and featuring masses of stunning white flowers.

Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (Banksia Rose)

Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (White Banksia Rose) is a spectacular climbing rose prized for its masses of small pure white flowers produced in spring. This vigorous thornless rose is ideal for covering large structures and creates a stunning seasonal display in New Zealand gardens.

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From $30.29

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Rose Plants

Height: 7.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn

Garden uses: Arches, Banks, Living areas, Parks, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White

Rose 'Cecil Brunner'

Rose 'Cecil Brunner' is a treasured old fashioned climbing rose, admired for its sprays of small, perfectly shaped soft pink flowers and delicate fragrance. The charming blooms create a romantic display through the warmer months, bringing timeless character to NZ gardens.

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From $30.29

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Rose Plants

Height: 4.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn

Garden uses: Arches, Living areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Why Choose Climbing Roses?

Climbing roses are prized for their vigour, versatility, and impressive floral displays. Unlike ramblers, which bloom en masse for a short period, most climbing roses offer repeat flowering throughout the warmer months. Their flexible canes can be trained up and over structures, making them perfect for both small courtyards and expansive garden settings. With careful selection, you can enjoy an abundance of blooms, intoxicating fragrance, and year-round foliage.

Our Top Picks: The Best Climbing Roses

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Banksia Rose)

If you want a climbing rose that blooms early in the season with minimal fuss, Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Banksia Rose) is a fantastic option. This variety boasts clusters of small, double yellow flowers and virtually thornless stems. It’s well-suited to warmer regions and delivers an outstanding display in spring.

Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (Banksia Rose)

For those who prefer pure white flowers, Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (Banksia Rose) provides clouds of delicate, lightly-scented blooms. Like its yellow counterpart, it’s nearly thornless and flourishes with little maintenance, making it one of the best climbing roses for hassle-free beauty.

Rose Albertine

Known for its deliciously fragrant, salmon-pink flowers, Rose Albertine is an old favourite among New Zealand gardeners. Its striking, large blooms and vigorous growth make it ideal for covering pergolas and fences, attracting bees and passers-by alike.

Rose Ann Turner

If you’re after rich, deep-pink blooms, Rose Ann Turner is an excellent pick. It offers a long flower season and healthy, glossy foliage, making it a standout performer among the best climbing roses.

Rosa 'Iceberg' Climbing

For those who desire a classic, the climbing form of Rosa 'Iceberg' Climbing is unbeatable. It’s loved for its crisp white blooms that repeat throughout the season. Extremely reliable and tolerant of New Zealand’s climate, this versatile rose brightens up any vertical feature.

Tips for Growing the Best Climbing Roses

To get the very best from your climbing roses, choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Train and tie the canes horizontally to encourage more blooms along the stems. Regular feeding, annual pruning, and mulching will keep your plants healthy and flowering profusely year after year.

Conclusion

Cultivating the best climbing roses brings height, romance, and a timeless elegance to any garden. Whether you’re drawn to the classic white sprays of Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (Banksia Rose) or the richly-scented blooms of Rose Albertine, these treasured favourites promise to reward you with seasons of spectacular display. Explore our range and let your outdoor space reach new heights with the best climbing roses.

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the best climbing roses

Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (Banksia Rose)

Rose 'Cecil Brunner'

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