David Austin Roses Mme. Alfred Carrière
Best climbing rose for gardeners wanting fragrant, tall vertical coverage.
This is the ultimate climber for those who want high-impact vertical drama without the constant battle with thorns. While its massive twenty-five-foot reach demands a sturdy wall or fence, the reward is a relentless, fragrant display that persists from early summer well into the autumn chill.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a long-blooming climber for continuous seasonal color
- Fragrance lovers wanting a powerful, sweet scent in their garden
- Landscape designers needing vigorous plants for shady or difficult spots
Who should skip it
- Small-space gardeners lacking the room for massive climbing structures
- Residents in rainy climates prone to bud rot and balling
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer disease-resistant, hands-off rose varieties
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
A powerful, sweet, fruity aroma that anchors any garden space.
Bloom Longevity
Reliable repeat flowering keeps the display vibrant from summer through autumn.
Vertical Coverage
Reaches impressive heights, perfect for masking walls or tall fences.
Shade Tolerance
Adapts better to partial shade than most high-performance climbing roses.
Maintenance Ease
Minimal thorns make pruning and training significantly less painful.
Hardiness Range
Robust enough to thrive across a wide variety of climate zones.
Key Specs
Mature Height
25ft
Bloom Season
Summer
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Soil Type
Well-Drained
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-10
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
Plant Form
Upright
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