Rambler roses are still relatively new breeds and were only bred at the beginning of the last century from a cross between Rosa multiflora and Rosa wichuraiana. These climbing roses, which are usually very fast-growing, can grow up to 10 or even 12 meters high and usually do not even require climbing aid. They are divided into once-flowering and repeated-flowering varieties.
Which rambler rose varieties are best suited for the garden?
Popular once-blooming rambler roses include Bobby James, Rambling Rector and American Pillar, while repeat-blooming varieties such as Alberic Barbier, Super Excelsa and New Dawn are also highly prized. All varieties differ in flower color, scent, height and location preferences.
Single-blooming rambler roses
Once-flowering ramblers - as the name suggests - only bloom once a year, with most varieties showing their flowers in early summer. The duration of flowering also varies quite a bit. While some rambler roses that bloom once will delight you with their splendor for a few weeks, for others it will be over after just a short time.
The most beautiful once-blooming rambler roses
| Variety | Flower color | flower size | Fragrance | Growth height | Location | Special feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby James | white | up to 5 cm | very strong | up to 7 meters | sunny to partially shaded | climbs trees |
| Rambling Rector | cream white | up to 4 cm | strong | up to 6 meters | sunny to partially shaded | very vigorous |
| American Pillar | strong pink | up to 5 cm | no | up to 6 meters | sunny to partially shaded | growing very quickly |
| Albertine | apricot | up to 9 cm | very strong | up to 4 meters | sunny and breezy | needs winter protection |
| Wedding Day | cream white to light pink | up to 5 cm | strong | up to 8 meters | sunny to partially shaded | resistant to mildew |
| Paul Noel | salmon pink | up to 4 cm | yes | up to 4 meters | light shady | few spines |
| Alchemist | pink to white | up to 10 cm | strong | up to 2 meters | full sunny | also suitable as a shrub rose |
| John Long Silver | white | up to 7 cm | easy | up to 6 meters | sunny to partially shaded | very frost resistant |
Frequently blooming rambler roses
In contrast to the once-flowering varieties, rambler roses that bloom more often develop one or even more flowers after the first one - sometimes well into autumn.
The most beautiful rambler roses that bloom more often
| Variety | Flower color | flower size | Fragrance | Growth height | Location | Special feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberic Barbier | white-yellow | up to 8 cm | yes | up to 5 meters | sunny to partially shaded | hardy, very robust |
| Super Excelsa | carmine pink | up to 3.5 cm | hardly | up to 2 meters | sunny to partially shaded | very suitable for pots |
| New Dawn | pink | up to 8 cm | little | up to 3 meters | sunny to partially shaded | frost hardy |
| Malvern Hills | white | up to 5 cm | little | up to 3 meters | sunny and warm | very blooming |
| Super Dorothy | pink | up to 4 cm | no | up to 3 meters | sunny to partially shaded | double flowers |
| Guirlande d’Ámour | white | up to 4 cm | little | up to 3 meters | sunny to partially shaded | vigorous and robust |
| Jasmina | pink to violet | up to 7 cm | easy | up to 3 meters | sunny | very robust |
| Bridge of Sighs | yellow | up to 6 cm | no | up to 3 meters | sunny to partially shaded | ideal for trellises and trellises |
Tip
If you want to prune your rambler rose, you should know the variety exactly. Single-flowering and repeated-flowering varieties are pruned at different times.
