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David Austin Roses Altissimo
Best climbing rose for gardeners wanting vibrant, long-lasting vertical color.
These blood-red climbers turn a bare wall into a living tapestry with minimal fuss. While you sacrifice the complex, multi-layered petals of traditional English roses for a simpler, single-bloom aesthetic, you gain a relentless, season-long display that practically begs for pollinators to visit.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-impact focal point
- Homeowners needing fast coverage for walls and arbors
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting disease-resistant plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners prioritizing a fragrant floral experience
- Traditionalists preferring lush, multi-petaled rose blooms
- Casual gardeners avoiding frequent, intensive pruning tasks
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Repeat-flowering cycle ensures vibrant color from spring through autumn.
Climbing Versatility
Upright growth habit adapts perfectly to walls, fences, and garden arches.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across a wide range of zones and various soil conditions.
Visual Impact
Striking blood-red petals create a bold, high-contrast focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Open-faced structure makes nectar easily accessible for local bee populations.
Growth Reliability
Five-year guarantee provides significant peace of mind for long-term planting.
Key Specs
Colour
Blood-red
Flowering
Repeat Flowering
Bloom Size
Large (3.5-5")
Family
Climbing Rose
Size
Medium Climber (Approx. 12ft Height)
Breeder
Delbard
Year of Introduction
1966
Suitable for zones
Zones 5-11
Petal Count
5 petals
Mature Height
12 feet
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