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ROSA banksiae 'Lutea'
Commonly known as Yellow Banksian rose
RAMBLERS & CLIMBERS
Clusters of double primrose yellow flowers. Although reasonably hardy this thornless species does make an excellent conservatory plant
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowBrought to Europe in 1824. Needs a sheltered wall and protection from frost
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Pests & DiseasesSee header 'ROSA'
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Place of originWestern and central China. Probably developed in Chinese gardens.
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Rosa
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Small, mid-green leaves composed of 3-7 oblong, lance-shaped to elliptic-ovate leaflets3-6cm (1¼-2½in) long
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Yellow
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DoubleMulti rows of petals, no stamen showing2cm (¾in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height6m (20ft)
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Spread6m (20ft)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingClimbing Species rose, once-flowering, with long, slender, smooth stems, practically thornless. Produces many clusters of rosette-shaped flowers with notched petals
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Scented flowersFragrance (1-10) 1-2, mild. Said to smell of violets.
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Spring Seasonal Interest
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage gardenGreenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterIn frosty areas
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Against a wallFull sun
Roses - Care Guide