Botanical profile

'John Davis' Rugosa Rose

Latin name
Rose 'John Davis'
Common name
‘John Davis’ Hardy Climbing Rose
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The hardy Rosa ‘John Davis’ rose is a vigorous and very floriferous Canadian variety prized for its delicate, soft pink flowers with romantic charm. This rose, with its flexible and slightly climbing habit, produces abundant clusters of double flowers that appear continuously from summer until the first frosts. Its dense, medium green foliage elegantly highlights the softness of the flowers and provides an excellent ornamental presence in northern gardens. Developed as part of the Explorer program, Rosa ‘John Davis’ combines exceptional hardiness, vigor, and long flowering. Its flexible growth allows it to be used as a large shrub or on a trellis, fence, or pergola. Grown in full sun in well-drained soil, this rose attracts pollinators and is a durable and easy-to-maintain choice for cold-hardy landscaping.

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
Soft pink
Fruiting
Red rose hips
Foliage color
Medium 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

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.