Rose 'Belvedere', Rose 'Königin von Dänemark', Hybrid Sempervirens Roses, Rambling Roses
Rosa ‘Belvedere’ is a beautiful climbing rose celebrated for its vigorous growth, cascading blooms, and delightful fragrance. A member of the Hybrid Sempervirens group, this rose features soft pink flowers that mature gracefully and a robust, rambling habit. It embodies the timeless charm and romantic allure of old-world climbing roses.
Roses belong to the Rosaceae family, which includes other plants such as Apples (Malus domestica), Peaches (Prunus persica), and Strawberries (Fragaria × ananassa).
Rosa ‘Belvedere’ is an elegant rambling rose known for its ability to cover arches, walls, and pergolas with ease. Its red buds open to soft pink flowers, aging to a pale blush or white, creating a dynamic and captivating display throughout the blooming season. The blooms are semi-double to double in form, giving them a ruffled, romantic appearance.
This once-blooming rose flowers abundantly in spring or early summer, producing a magnificent display of blooms in cascading trusses. Its pliable stems and lush foliage make it a favorite among gardeners for creating vertical interest in the landscape.
Bred by Antoine A. Jacques in France before 1829, Rosa ‘Belvedere’ belongs to the Hybrid Sempervirens group, a class of roses derived from the evergreen Rosa sempervirens, native to southern Europe. This rose’s breeding reflects the tradition of creating vigorous, adaptable climbing roses that thrive in temperate climates.
This rose is a vigorous climber with pliable, arching stems that can reach impressive heights. Its thorny canes support cascading blooms, making it ideal for use as a rambler or climber in garden designs. With its lush, dark green foliage and profuse flowering habit, Rosa ‘Belvedere’ creates a stunning vertical focal point.
Rosa ‘Belvedere’ is well-suited to cover walls, trellises, pergolas, or fences, creating a lush and romantic effect.
The flowers of Rosa ‘Belvedere’ are its most striking feature:
The blooms are borne in large trusses, cascading gracefully to create a dramatic effect.
The foliage consists of dark green, glossy leaves that provide a lush backdrop to the soft pink blooms. Its evergreen ancestry from Rosa sempervirens gives it a dense, ornamental quality even when not in bloom.
Rosa ‘Belvedere’ is a versatile and elegant climbing rose suitable for a variety of garden settings:
This heirloom rose has received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society, recognizing its exceptional qualities, resilience, and historical importance.
Deer and rabbits can cause damage.
This heirloom rose is non-toxic to humans and pets, making it a safe choice for family-friendly gardens. Its petals are even edible and widely used in culinary and cosmetic applications.
This rose is not invasive. While it may produce occasional suckers, it does not spread aggressively in gardens.
Rosa ‘Belvedere’ thrives in full sun for optimal flowering, requiring at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. It is tolerant of partial shade and can even grow in north-facing sites, although bloom production may be slightly reduced.
Plant in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. This rose benefits from a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0). Enrich the soil with well-rotted organic matter, such as compost or manure, applied in late winter or early spring to support healthy growth and flowering. It is also adaptable to less ideal soils if adequately nourished.
Provide regular watering, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage, which reduces the risk of fungal diseases.
Feed with a balanced rose or shrub fertilizer in early spring and again in early summer to encourage strong growth and abundant blooms. Supplement with a layer of well-rotted mulch in late winter or early spring to improve soil fertility and retain moisture.
Rosa ‘Belvedere’ can be propagated using several methods:
Although this heirloom rose is loved for its beauty, it can be prone to:
This rose may attract common pests such as aphids, spider mites, scale insects, or caterpillars. These pests can damage foliage, flowers, and stems, reducing the plant’s vigor.
Roses are susceptible to several fungal diseases, including rose black spot, rust, and powdery mildew. These diseases often thrive in humid conditions, causing leaf discoloration, defoliation, or stem dieback. Disorders like rose blindness (failure to bloom) and flower balling (petals failing to open) may also occur under certain conditions. In severe cases, honey fungus, a soil-borne pathogen, can damage the plant’s root system.
Regular monitoring, proper pruning, and ensuring good air circulation can minimize risks. Applying organic pest control measures and treating fungal infections early with fungicides are essential to maintaining healthy roses.
Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
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Plant Type | Climbers, Roses |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Rosa - Rambling Rose, Rosa |
Common names | Rose |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 10' - 15' (3m - 4.6m) |
Spread | 6' - 8' (180cm - 240cm) |
Spacing | 72" - 96" (180cm - 240cm) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral, Alkaline |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Hedges And Screens, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Climbers, Roses |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Rosa - Rambling Rose, Rosa |
Common names | Rose |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 10' - 15' (3m - 4.6m) |
Spread | 6' - 8' (180cm - 240cm) |
Spacing | 72" - 96" (180cm - 240cm) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral, Alkaline |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Hedges And Screens, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Rosa ‘Belvedere’ (Rambling Rose) do I need for my garden?
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