Continue tying the canes each time they’ve grown 15 inches (38 cm) past their most recent tie.
As they grow, continue tying the canes horizontally at evenly spaced intervals. Positioning climbing roses horizontally encourages the growth of side shoots, or laterals, that extend from the main canes. This allows the plant to produce more flowers. [3] X Research source
In addition to removing dead, damaged, and diseased canes, you may also need to remove canes that cross and suckers that grow from below the graft union. [5] X Research source Don’t prune your plant at all during its first 3 years of life.
A smaller climbing rose will do fine with a support that’s 2–5 feet (0. 61–1. 52 m) tall. A larger climber will require a large arbor, pergola, or other sturdy structure. Once a climbing rose is established, you won’t be able to replace the support without severely damaging the plant. Try to purchase or build a support that will last for several decades.
While roses love water, they may die if they sit in it. Remember that good drainage is crucial for growth.
