Rambling rose is a species of rose that is a vigorous, deciduous climber with strong, flexible stems armed with powerful, hooked thorns. The leaves are pinnate with 5-7 oval, toothed leaflets. The flowers are Rosa rubiginosa) and are small, cupped, pink or crimson fading to white. They are borne in clusters of 3-5 and have a strong, Musky fragrance. The hips are large, oval and reddish-orange. Rambling rose is a native of Europe, North Africa and western Asia.
About soil condition, rambling roses like a light and airy soil that is rich in organic matter. They also like a slightly acidic soil with a pH of around 6.5. Rambling roses require good drainage, so if your soil is heavy or clay-like, you may need to improve it by adding some organic matter or sand.
Not too different with other roses, rambling roses require sun to thrive. They need at least six hours of sunlight each day, although they will tolerate some shade. When planting, choose a spot in your garden that gets full sun. Morning sun is especially important, as it will help dry any dew that has accumulated on the leaves overnight. This will help reduce the risk of disease.
The temperature condition is really important for the rambling rose. If it's too cold, the rose will die. If it's too hot, the rose will wilt. The ideal temperature for the rambling rose is between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50% and above. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will dry out and the flowers will fall off. If the humidity is too high, the plant will become susceptible to fungal diseases.
The fertilizer, this kind of plant need and the amount, are very important to the growth of the rambling rose. The roots of the rambling rose are very important, they need to be strong and healthy. The rambling rose need a lot of water, so the roots need to be able to absorb the water.
Pruning a rambling rose is a bit different than pruning other types of roses. You'll want to wait until the plant is dormant, typically in late winter or early spring. Cut back the canes that are longer than you want the plant to be, as well as any that are thin, weak, or damaged. You can also remove any canes that are growing in an unwanted direction.
Propagation is the process of creating new plants from a parent plant. There are many ways to propagate roses, but the most common is through taking cuttings. Cuttings are typically taken from the stems of a rose bush that has been in growth for at least one season. The cuttings are then planted in soil and watered regularly. After a period of time, the cuttings will develop into new rose bushes.
Usually, the plant growth rate is determined by the spacing of the plant. The rule of thumb is that the average plant needs about one square metre of growing space. So, if you are looking to add a rambling rose to your garden, make sure to allow enough space for it to sprawl out! Also, take into account the fact that rambling roses can grow quite tall, so you'll need to account for that when planning the placement of your plant.
Common problems for this kind of plant are black spot, powdery mildew and rust. These can be controlled by spraying with a fungicide, but it is best to prevent them in the first place by making sure the plant has enough space to air out and by keeping the leaves dry. If the plant is already affected, you can remove the affected leaves and dispose of them.
Source:
Rosa multiflora (Multiflora Rose) | North Carolina Extension
Growing Roses | Home & Garden Information Center - Clemson
Roses: Selecting and Planting | MU Extension
