Climbing roses are among the most breathtaking plants you can add to your garden, bringing elegance, fragrance, and a cascade of blooms to walls, fences, and trellises.
These roses create a living curtain of color that softens hard structures and adds romantic charm to any space. With proper care, they reward you with repeat blooms and lush foliage year after year.
Growing them is easier than you think, as most varieties adapt well to sun and simple pruning. You can use them to frame entryways, highlight garden features, or simply enjoy their beauty close to home.
Let’s look at 10 of the best climbing rose varieties to inspire your landscape.
#1 Fourth of July (Rosa ‘Fourth of July’)
Fourth of July is a showy climber with bold red-and-white striped petals that look like fireworks in bloom. It grows up to 14 feet tall, so give it a sturdy trellis or archway. Plant it in full sun with slightly acidic, well-drained soil for best results.
Water deeply once a week and mulch to hold in moisture. Prune in late winter to shape the canes and encourage strong new growth. This variety thrives in zones 6a to 9b and makes a cheerful focal point.
#2 Peace (Rosa ‘Peace’)
Peace is one of the most famous roses in the world, loved for its massive yellow blooms with soft pink edges. As a climber, it can grow 20 feet or more, making it perfect for covering a large wall or fence.
Plant it in a sunny spot and water regularly during dry spells. Fertilize in spring and midsummer to promote heavy flowering.
The large, ruffled blooms can reach 6 inches across, giving your garden a breathtaking display. It thrives in zones 6b to 9b.
#3 Dublin Bay (Rosa ‘Dublin Bay’)
Dublin Bay stands out for its velvety, deep red flowers that bloom all season long. It grows 8 to 12 feet tall and performs best with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Train its canes on a trellis or wall for a dramatic vertical effect.
Water consistently and feed with a rose fertilizer to keep flowers coming. The dark green, glossy foliage adds to its classic appeal. This variety is a reliable bloomer with a mild, fruity scent.
#4 Westerland (Rosa ‘Westerland’)
Westerland is a hardy climber that bursts with copper-orange to apricot flowers. The blooms are large, semi-double, and strongly fragrant, making them irresistible in the garden. It reaches 12 feet tall and prefers full sun but tolerates light shade.
Prune lightly in late fall to protect canes from wind damage. Keep the soil moist during summer heat to encourage repeat flowering. This rose is ideal for zones 5 to 9 and adds warmth to any landscape.
#5 Altissimo (Rosa ‘Altissimo’)
Altissimo (Rosa ‘Altissimo’) can reach 7 to 20 feet tall and 5 to 8 feet wide when mature. It produces clusters of small buds that open into stunning single flowers with velvety, bright red petals and central clusters of showy yellow stamens.
Its leaves are glossy and contribute to the rose’s brilliance.
This small climbing rose can also be shaped into a tall shrub. To enjoy the best blooms, fertilize this rose twice a year, once in spring and once in summer, and prune it just once, in winter.
#6 Souvenir de la Malmaison (Rosa ‘Souvenir de la Malmaison’)
Souvenir de la Malmaison is a vigorous climber with pale pink, quartered flowers that carry a strong, sweet fragrance. Its canes can stretch up to 20 feet, so it needs space to climb.
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil and water regularly during dry weather. Protect blossoms from heavy rain to prevent damage.
Deadhead spent flowers to extend blooming through the season. Its romantic appearance makes it a favorite for cottage-style gardens.
#7 Iceberg (Rosa ‘Iceberg’)
Iceberg is a prolific bloomer with clusters of white, ruffled flowers that repeat throughout the season. It can climb up to 15 feet, making it perfect for arbors or pergolas. Plant it in full sun and provide rich, well-drained soil.
Keep the roots cool with mulch and water steadily during summer. Though it has little fragrance, its nonstop blooms make up for it. This rose brightens the garden with pure elegance.
#8 American Beauty (Rosa ‘American Beauty’)
American Beauty features rich pink flowers with a deep, cupped form that gives a romantic feel. It grows 12 to 15 feet tall and adapts to both sun and partial shade. Train its long canes along trellises or fences for maximum impact.
Water consistently and feed with rose fertilizer in spring. Prune in winter to encourage healthy regrowth. This classic variety brings a timeless charm to any landscape.
#9 Royal Sunset (Rosa ‘Royal Sunset’)
Royal Sunset enchants with large apricot blooms that carry a strong fruity fragrance. It grows up to 10 feet tall and repeats blooms once established. Plant it in full sun and water deeply once a week to keep roots strong.
Fertilize after the first flush of flowers to encourage new buds. Its glossy bronze-green foliage adds to its striking appearance. Perfect for cutting, its blooms look stunning in bouquets.
#10 Cécile Brunner (Rosa ‘Cécile Brunner’)
Cécile Brunner is a vigorous climber with delicate blush-pink flowers in small clusters. It can grow 20 feet tall, so give it a strong trellis or wall for support. Plant it in full sun, though it will tolerate some shade.
Water regularly and apply mulch to retain soil moisture. Its sweet, tea-like fragrance fills the air during bloom time. This rose is perfect for adding a soft, romantic touch to your garden.