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Rosa banksiae 'Alba Plena'

White Lady Banks' Rose

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Information by: Monrovia        Photographer: Jon Emerson

 

Description

A vigorous climber with rich green foliage on nearly thorn-free slender branches. Lightly fragrant, miniature, white, double blooms are quite profuse. Bursts into bloom in spring to early summer; does not repeat bloom. Evergreen in milder climates. A fine climber for arbors, reaching 15'-20 tall with support. A beautiful sight billowing over a roof, fence or sturdy arbor, this rose thrives with full sun and room to run. Long canes should be secured so that they are not damaged or broken. Grows easily in average to enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer. Provide support such as a trellis or arbor. Blooms on old wood; prune just after flowering.

 

Plant Type

Vine

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Patio, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Take your 'My List' Hydrozone Report to a landscape designer, or local nursery, when selecting and purchasing plants.