Petal Pals
Reference photo
climber · 1898
Ards Rover
Rosa 'Ards Rover'
Alexander Dickson II✦ moderate fragrance
10 to 15 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
borne in clusters
Petal count
full
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
distinctive old rose scent
Color Description
deep crimson-maroon
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
10 to 15 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
well-drained soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
poor
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
regular feeding during growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and mildew
🧬 Pedigree
Bardou Job x A.K. Williams
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (RHS)