Petal Pals
climber · 1824
Yellow Lady Banks Rose
Rosa banksiae 'Lutea'
15–40 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
up to 3/4 inch
Bloom habit
clusters of double flowers
Petal count
double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
yellow
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
bright green to dark green
Foliage surface
glossy
Fragrance Notes
light, pleasant fragrance
Color Description
Soft yellow, fully double flowers in large clusters
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
15–40 feet
Spread
6–20 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–10
Disease Resistance
Generally disease-resistant once established, though susceptible to common rose diseases in poor conditions.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep, infrequent soakings at the base; avoid overhead watering.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring.
Pruning
Prune lightly after the main flowering flush has finished; remove dead canes and thin oldest wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to aphids, thrips, black spot, powdery mildew, and rust.