Climbing rose Plant Care
Rosa jactata Déségl.
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"Known for its vibrant red petals, Rosa jactata is a species of rose that originates from the Mediterranean region. Its striking color and unique bloom structure make it a highly sought-after addition to any plant collector's garden."
Every 4–7 days
Bright indirect
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Climbing rose?
Water Climbing rose every 4–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Climbing rose Native To?
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Algeria
- Angola
- Armenia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Benin
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- DR Congo
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Malta
- Mauritania
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Oman
- Palestine
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Republic of the Congo
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Sierra Leone
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sudan
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Syria
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- The Gambia
- The Netherlands
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Türkiye
- Turkmenistan
- UAE
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- Uzbekistan
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
What Is the Climbing rose?
Climbing rose (Rosa jactata) belongs to the Rosaceae family within the Rosa genus. Climbing rose is native to northwestern Africa, nearly all of Europe, the Caucasus, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Climbing rose is also known as Rambling rose, Rosa jactata var. jactata.
Climbing rose displays a climbing, vining growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Climbing rose produces "rosa jactata" produces clusters of small pink flowers with a delicate fragrance..
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Climbing rose?
Rosa jactata requires watering every 4–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 4–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Climbing rose Need?
Climbing rose thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Climbing rose in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Climbing rose Prefer?
Rosa jactata grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Climbing rose prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Climbing rose?
Well-draining mix with perlite and peat. Good drainage is essential for Climbing rose to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Climbing rose?
Feed Climbing rose every 4 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 4 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Climbing rose?
"Rosa jactata" should be repotted every 2-3 years in the early spring.. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Climbing rose?
Climbing rose can be propagated through stem cuttings or division. Similar propagation techniques also apply to rose bush plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Climbing rose Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Climbing rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Climbing rose?
Climbing rose is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Climbing rose Need?
Climbing rose grows outdoors in USDA Zone 3a – 9b. It survives winters down to planting zone 3a. Climbing rose is native to northwestern Africa, nearly all of Europe, the Caucasus, the Middle East, and Central Asia.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3a – 9b
Keep exploring plants
Climbing rose is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Rosa genus — compare its care with other Rosa species on PlantoScan.
Rosa is part of the Rosaceae plant family — browse all Rosaceae genera and species.
Climbing rose thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Rosa Species
Other Rosa species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Rosa jactata Déségl., family Rosaceae (first published in J. Bot. 12: 169. 1874) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Climbing rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 3a – 9b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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