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Product Overview
Double Delight Hybrid Tea Climbing Rose is a magnificent rose that combines the iconic bi-colour beauty of the original Double Delight with the versatility of a climbing form. This rose captivates with its large, fully double blooms that display creamy centres edged with vibrant red, and it releases a strong, spicy fragrance that intensifies in cooler weather. Ideal for training along trellises, walls, or pergolas, it makes a dramatic vertical statement in any Australian garden.
Growth:
Double Delight Hybrid Tea Climbing Rose grows as a vigorous climber with long, arching canes that can be easily trained on a sturdy support. It develops a dense canopy of rich, dark green foliage that forms a stunning backdrop for its abundant blooms. When properly supported, it can reach a mature height of approximately 3.0 to 3.5 m with a spread of around 1.5 to 2.0 m.
Light Requirements:
This rose thrives in full sun to part shade and performs best when it receives at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. Sufficient light enhances its prolific flowering and deepens the intensity of its bi-colour petals.
Soil Requirements:
It prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal for strong root development and efficient nutrient uptake, ensuring the plant remains vigorous in a variety of Australian garden conditions.
Water Requirements:
Regular watering during the growing season is essential to keep the soil evenly moist while ensuring proper drainage to prevent waterlogging. Once established, the rose tolerates moderate drought, although supplemental watering during extended dry periods supports continuous blooming.
Frost Tolerance:
Double Delight Hybrid Tea Climbing Rose is moderately frost tolerant and adapts well to temperate Australian climates. In areas prone to severe frosts, additional winter protection such as mulching is advisable to protect its tender new growth.
Drought Tolerance:
After establishment, the rose shows moderate drought tolerance. However, during prolonged dry spells, extra watering is recommended to maintain its vigorous growth and ensure a steady display of blooms.
Flowering Information:
The rose produces large, fully double blooms that are truly show-stopping. The creamy petals edged with vibrant red create a striking contrast, while the strong, spicy fragrance fills the garden. Blooms appear repeatedly from early summer throughout the season, providing a long-lasting spectacle of colour and scent.
Spacing Requirements:
For optimal air circulation and to allow its climbing habit to flourish, it is recommended to space these roses approximately 1 to 2 metres apart when training them along a support structure. This spacing minimises disease risk and ensures each plant receives ample sunlight and nutrients.
Fertiliser Requirements:
Feed the rose with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring and again in mid-summer. This consistent nutrient supply promotes robust growth and prolific blooming while preventing excessive foliage development at the expense of flowers.
Care and Maintenance:
Double Delight Hybrid Tea Climbing Rose is relatively low-maintenance. Light pruning in late winter or early spring helps remove any dead or weak canes and shapes the plant for improved airflow. As a climber, it benefits greatly from being trained along a sturdy trellis or pergola; gently guide the arching canes along the support to create a natural cascade of blooms. Regular deadheading of spent flowers encourages continuous flowering throughout the season.
