A vigorous, virtually thornless evergreen climber that drips with cascades of tiny double pale-yellow rosettes in a spectacular spring flush. Tough, drought-tolerant and excellent over pergolas and large fences.
At a glance
- Plant type: Climber
- Mature size: 6 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Yellow Banksia Rose
Botanically, Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' is a fast-growing climber in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Yellow flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Yellow Banksia Rose
Yellow Banksia Rose suits warm-temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Yellow Banksia Rose does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 2.4 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Yellow Banksia Rose is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Yellow Banksia Rose after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Yellow Banksia Rose in the garden
Yellow Banksia Rose earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Yellow Banksia Rose with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
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