Train Rosa 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles(R)' as a compact climber for a wall, fence, or obelisk, or prune it to keep it as a substantial shrub in the border. This English rose is prized for large, deeply cupped, crimson-red flowers with a classic old-rose fragrance, produced in repeating flushes from spring into fall in good conditions.

Give your climbing rose full sun for best flowering and disease resistance, with good air circulation. Plant in fertile, well-drained soil that stays evenly moist during establishment, then water deeply during dry spells. A 2-3 inch mulch layer helps conserve moisture and moderates soil temperature; keep mulch pulled back from the canes at the base.

At maturity it typically reaches about 72-96 inches tall when trained as a climber, with a spread around 36-48 inches, so provide sturdy support and tie in the strongest canes horizontally to encourage more flowering laterals. Feed in spring as new growth begins and again after the first flush to support repeat bloom. Deadhead spent blooms to keep the plant tidy and promote continued flowering.

Prune in late winter or early spring, removing dead or crossing canes and shortening laterals. If you want a shrub form, reduce overall height and thin for an open structure. Wear gloves and long sleeves when handling, as stems are armed with prickles.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-9 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun
• Growth rate: Fast
• Mature prostrate height: 72-96"
• Spread: 36-48"
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Climbs: Yes
• Edible: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes
• Long bloom time: Yes
• Vine: Yes

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