Botanical profile

Hardy Climbing Rose 'Henry Kelsey'

Latin name
Rosa ‘Henry Kelsey’
Common name
Hardy Climbing Rose 'Henry Kelsey'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The hardy Rose Rosa ‘Henry Kelsey’ is a vigorous, semi-climbing Canadian variety known for its vibrant scarlet-red flowers and remarkable cold hardiness. This rose produces abundant clusters of slightly fragrant, semi-double flowers that bloom continuously throughout the summer. Its flexible, arching habit allows it to be used as a large shrub or trained on a support, fence, or trellis. The dense, dark green foliage creates a striking contrast with the intense blooms and adds beautiful texture to landscape designs. Developed as part of the Explorer series, Rosa ‘Henry Kelsey’ combines hardiness, vigor, and a long flowering period. Grown in full sun in well-drained soil, this rose attracts pollinators and is an excellent choice for low-maintenance northern gardens with high visual impact.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Moderate to regular in season
Soil type
Rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-37 °C (-35 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Late spring to autumn
Flower color
Raspberry red
Fruiting
Red rose hips
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Climbing
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2.5 m (8.2 ft)
Width
2 m (6.6 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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