Climbing Rose, Cherokee Rose
Rosa Laevigata
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
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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