Growing climbing roses is simple and rewarding! Most need 6+ hours of direct sunlight (partial shade varieties need 4+ hours), so choose a spot with plenty of light. Be sure to select a rose suited for your hardiness zone to ensure healthy growth. Plant in nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, adding compost for extra nourishment. Regular watering, especially in dry spells, keeps them thriving. With a little care, your roses will flourish season after season!

We recommend planting Climbers and Ramblers 6 to 8 feet apart. If you want to grow a lot of them, you can plant 4 feet apart, but you will have to deal with their vigor. Planting at wider spacing and training the canes horizontally will encourage more blooms from the lateral growth. Taking this into account is a must to maintain healthy roses.

For best results, climbing roses should be trained along a structure like a trellis, fence, or handrail. Positioning the main canes horizontally in addition to regular maintenance encourages blooms along the entire plant rather than just at the top. Remove any weak, dead, or crossing canes, and loosely secure the strongest canes to the support using trellis ties. Prune lateral canes (which grow off the main canes) to promote fresh growth and abundant flowering.