Or it can be left untrained to form a large, arching shrub that will spread about 8 feet wide and get about 6 feet tall. Of all the Canadian-bred climbers, the blossoms on this rose most closely resemble that of an Old Garden Rose. The flowers are produced in clusters of up to 17 blossoms. When this rose is in peak full bloom in late June, it is literally smothered in blossoms. Standing next to a fully blooming John Davis rose that has been allowed to ramble, gives you a sense of being in a cloud of blossoms.
Blossoms repeat throughout the summer until frost.
It is very winter hardy to Zone 3, with no winter cane dieback. It also has very few thorns, and has healthy foliage. It can also be allowed to ramble, but it will benefit from a little pruning to help control its shape a bit. Attractive medium pink, double blossoms grace this rose from June to September. Blossoms are produced in clusters and have a mild fragrance.