American Pillar RoseVigorous Pink Climbing Rose Bushes
The American Pillar Rose is a fast growing, vigorous climbing rose with carmine pink flowers with a distinct white eye. A once-blooming old Rambler that will "wow" you when in full bloom!
The single pink flowers cover the bush in clusters of 5-10.
Choose a spot wisely for this old-time favorite, because once it starts to grow, it sends out fast growing canes in every direction. Canes can grow up to 20 ft! These pink climbing roses are favorites of old cottage gardens. It is not uncommon to purchase an old house and find this vigorous climbing rose (out of control) in the back yard. (Lucky you) if this happens!
Hybridizer Van Fleet 1902 Growth Habits Very vigorous! grows to a height of 10-20 feet, with a spread of 10-12 feet. If left to become a shrub it forms a very thorny hedge that is impenetrable. Foliage Dark green and glossy Blooms Carmine pink with a white eye, with a bright yellow stamen. Fragrance None Hardy Zone 5-9
The best place to grow one of these beauties, is on the side of a house, or outdoor structure (see picture). It would feel right at home on a Pergola, or even growing into a large tree. The American Pillar Rose is a bit shade tolerant, so it does well growing against a tree, as long as it is not completely shaded. A fence is another good choice. The canes can be tied along the rails for a spectacular show in early Summer.
These climbing rose bushes bloom for a long time in eary Summer. The carmine pink flowers fade to a lighter pink color. The Bright yellow stamens turn brown as the flower ages, which tend to make the white eye more pronounced.
Abundant bright Red Hips are produced at the seasons end. This climber tolerates poor soil, and some shade. It can be susceptable to Mildew, so protect with thisOrganic Rose and Ornamental Spray
Propogation is easily done from cuttings.
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These pink climbing roses grow fast! As most old Rambler roses, this vigorous climbing rose grows bigger each year.
Called a (Pillar Rose), but this one is really not suited for growing on a Pillar.
Canes grow to fast, and are very long.
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