Rosa 'Lemon Meringue' | USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Lemon Meringue Rose is smothered in stunning fragrant lemon yellow flowers along the branches from early summer to mid fall. The flowers are excellent for cutting. It has dark green deciduous foliage. The glossy oval compound leaves do not develop any appreciable fall colour.
Bold clusters of lemon yellow double blooms have an intoxicating fruit spice scent; a vigorous grower up to 12 feet, and is quite heat tolerant; perfect for garden walls and trellises; blooms on old and new wood/
Lemon Meringue Rose is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
Rose Type: Climbing Rose
Fragrance: Very Strong
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
Repeat Blooming
Attracts Pollinators
Common Name: Rose, Climbing Rose
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More About Lemon Meringue Climbing Rose |
Height: 10-12 ft |
Spread: 3-5 ft |
Flower Colour: Yellow Shades |
Grows easily in average to enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Avoid overhead watering. Feed regularly during growing season. Prune in early spring to promote vigorous new growth. Provide trellis or arbor support. Lemon Meringue Climbing Rose should only be grown in full sunlight. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |