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Rosa ‘Belvedere’ (Rambling Rose)

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Rose 'Belvedere', Rose 'Belvedere', Rosa 'Princesse Marie', Rambler Roses, Hybrid Sempervirens Roses, Climbing Roses, Pink roses, fragrant roses
Rose 'Belvedere', Rose 'Belvedere', Rosa 'Princesse Marie', Rambler Roses, Hybrid Sempervirens Roses, Climbing Roses, Pink roses, fragrant roses
Rose 'Belvedere', Rose 'Belvedere', Rosa 'Princesse Marie', Rambler Roses, Hybrid Sempervirens Roses, Climbing Roses, Pink roses, fragrant 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).


Description

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.


Native Habitat

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.


Plant Type and Habit

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.


Plant Size

  • Height: Up to 10–15 feet (3–4.5 meters)
  • Width: 6–8 feet (1.8–2.4 meters)

Rosa ‘Belvedere’ is well-suited to cover walls, trellises, pergolas, or fences, creating a lush and romantic effect.


Flowers

The flowers of Rosa ‘Belvedere’ are its most striking feature:

  • Color: Red buds open to pale pink blooms, fading to blush or white with age, creating a charming gradient of color.
  • Size: Medium-sized blooms measuring 2–3 inches (5–8 cm) in diameter.
  • Shape: Semi-double to double blooms with a ruffled, cupped-to-flat form.
  • Fragrance: Strong and sweet, reminiscent of classic roses, filling the garden with a delightful scent.
  • Blooming Season: Once-blooming in late spring or early summer, producing an abundant and unforgettable flush of flowers.

The blooms are borne in large trusses, cascading gracefully to create a dramatic effect.


Foliage

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.


Hardiness

  • USDA Zones: 6–9: Rosa ‘Belvedere’ thrives in temperate climates, demonstrating good tolerance to both cold winters and warm summers.

Uses

Rosa ‘Belvedere’ is a versatile and elegant climbing rose suitable for a variety of garden settings:

  • Cottage and Informal Gardens: Adds a romantic, old-world charm to informal planting schemes.
  • Climbers and Wall Shrubs: Ideal for arches, walls, fences, pergolas, and trellises, providing vertical interest and vibrant blooms.
  • Hedging and Screens: Works beautifully as a flowering hedge or screen, offering structure and privacy.
  • Wall-Side Borders: Perfect for enhancing vertical spaces and adding elegance to garden designs.

Award

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 Rabbit Resistance

Deer and rabbits can cause damage.


Toxicity

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.


Invasiveness

This rose is not invasive. While it may produce occasional suckers, it does not spread aggressively in gardens.

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Light Requirement

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.


Soil

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.


Water

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.


Fertilizer

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.


Pruning

  • Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage vigorous growth for the next season.
  • Remove dead, diseased, or weak canes.
  • Thin out overcrowded stems to improve air circulation.
  • Avoid heavy pruning, as ramblers bloom on old wood and over-pruning can reduce flowering in the following season.

Propagation

Rosa ‘Belvedere’ can be propagated using several methods:

  • Hardwood Cuttings: Take cuttings in autumn during the dormant season for easy propagation.
  • Softwood Cuttings: Collect green, non-woody cuttings in spring or summer under glass for faster rooting.
  • Chip Budding: Perform chip budding in summer for professional propagation or grafting onto a rootstock.

Disease and Pest Resistance

Although this heirloom rose is loved for its beauty, it can be prone to:

Pest Resistance

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.

Disease Resistance

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.

Prevention and Care

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.

Requirements

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
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Requirements

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
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