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Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose

Rosa Laevigata

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Overview

Rosa laevigata, commonly known as the Cherokee Rose, is a vigorous climbing rose that can reach up to 20 feet in length. Its glossy, evergreen foliage provides a lush backdrop for the large, fragrant white blossoms that appear in spring. Each flower, reaching up to 5 inches in diameter, features a golden center. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for trellises and fences.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type Shrub, VineClimate Temperate
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — its emblematic white flowers symbolizing purity and renewal
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for trellises and fencesClimbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — offering an enchanting and historical element to any gardenClimbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — fragrant white blossoms that appear in springClimbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — commonly known as the Cherokee RoseClimbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — This rose is not a recurrent bloomerClimbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil+51

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Vine
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — its emblematic white flowers symbolizing purity and renewal
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for trellises and fences
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — offering an enchanting and historical element to any garden
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — fragrant white blossoms that appear in spring
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — commonly known as the Cherokee Rose
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — This rose is not a recurrent bloomer
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — It is renowned for its pure white blossoms that can span up to 4 inches in diameter
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — or trellises that demand vertical interest
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — Provide well-drained soil and ensure proper spacing to promote air circulation
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — deep green leaves that provide a striking backdrop to the delicate blooms, image 38
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — making it a resilient addition to regions with variable moisture levels
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — shrub / vine for full
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — making it an ideal choice for fences
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — is a robust climbing rose that holds significant historical and cultural value
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — coupled with a golden center of stamens; which typically emerge in the spring
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — is a vigorous climbing rose that can reach up to 20 feet in length
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — Each flower, reaching up to 5 inches in diameter, features a golden center; shrub / vine for full
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — thus deterring common rose ailments.<br><br>The Cherokee Rose is low-maintenance yet high-impact
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — coupled with a golden center of stamens
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for trellises and fences; this rose can reach a mature height of up to 15
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — it shows notable drought tolerance
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — It is renowned for its pure white blossoms that can span up to 4 inches in diameter; fragrant white blossoms
Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata) — multi-colored and white flowers in the garden
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