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Description
Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber, also known as Rosa Climbing Paul’s Scarlet, is a beautiful climbing rose that produces vibrant crimson-red blooms in the summer. This rose variety is a hybrid of Rosa multiflora and Rosa wichuraiana, and is popular among gardeners for its hardiness, disease resistance, and ease of care. The plant can reach up to 10 feet in height and 6 feet in width, making it a great choice for trellises, fences, or walls.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
Appearance
The Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber has semi-double or double blooms that measure around 2-3 inches in diameter. The flowers are a deep crimson-red color and have a strong, sweet fragrance. The leaves are dark green and glossy, with a serrated edge, and are about 2-3 inches in length. The plant has thorny stems that are green when young and turn brown as they mature.
Care Guide
The Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips:
- Water: Water the plant regularly, especially during dry spells. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer.
- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-6.5.
- Sunlight: The plant requires at least 6 hours of full sun per day.
- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber is relatively resistant to pests and diseases, but it can still be affected by some common issues:
- Aphids: These small insects can cluster on the leaves and stems, causing discoloration and deformation. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil to control.
- Blackspot: This fungal disease causes black spots on the leaves, which can eventually lead to defoliation. Remove infected leaves and spray with a fungicide.
- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease appears as a white powdery coating on the leaves and stems. Remove infected leaves and spray with a fungicide.
Habitat
The Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber is a hybrid plant that was first introduced in the United States in 1916. It is now widely cultivated in gardens and parks in temperate regions around the world. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun, but can also tolerate some shade.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber?
A: Water the plant regularly, especially during dry spells. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber?
A: The plant is hardy in zones 5-9.
Q: What is the size of the blooms on Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber?
A: The blooms are semi-double or double and measure around 2-3 inches in diameter.
Q: What is the common name for Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber?
A: The common name is Climbing Paul’s Scarlet.
Related Plants
- Rosa ‘Blaze’
- Rosa ‘Climbing America’
- Rosa ‘Fourth of July’
- Rosa ‘New Dawn’
References
- “Rosa Climbing Paul’s Scarlet.” Missouri Botanical Garden, 2021, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=f660.
- “Rosa Climbing Paul’s Scarlet.” RHS, 2021, www.rhs.org.uk/plants/192592/rosa-climbing-paul-s-scarlet/details.
- “Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber.” Gardenia.net, 2021, www.gardenia.net/plant/rosa-climbing-pauls-scarlet.
