Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1972
Seika Climbing
Rosa
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Height
Seasonal
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Flowering
seasonal
Habit
climbing
Color
other
Fragrance
none
Color Description
The Seika Climbing rose (also known as 'Kaikyo') is characterized by its unique color-changing blooms, which transition from yellow to pink and eventually to a deep red as they age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Soil
Rich, well-drained, loamy soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires consistent moisture, approximately one inch per week; avoid wetting foliage to prevent fungal disease.
Fertilizer
Heavy feeder; apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Main pruning should occur in late winter to early spring; remove dead, damaged, or diseased wood and train strong canes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to fungal infections such as rust and blackspot.
🧬 Pedigree
Rose Gaujard × Crimson Glory