The 'Zéphirine Drouhin' is a famous, vigorous, repeat-flowering climbing rose known for its virtually thornless stems, abundant, fragrant, deep cerise-pink, semi-double flowers, and tolerance for partial shade, making it ideal for walls (including north-facing ones), arches, and pergolas, offering strong raspberry-like perfume and excellent performance for beginners and experts alike.

Flowers: Large, cupped, semi-double, cerise-pink to deep rose-pink blooms.

Fragrance: Exceptionally strong, sweet, fruity, with raspberry notes.

It’s in a 3 Litre pot.

Thorns: Nearly thornless, making it safe and easy to handle.

Foliage: Coppery-red when young, maturing to glossy dark green, with purple-tinged stems.

Growth Habit: Fast-growing, vigorous climber, reaching 10-15 feet (3-4.5m) or more.

Flowering: Repeat-flowering, blooming heavily from spring through autumn.

Versatility: Great for walls, arches, pergolas, and can even be trained as a hedge.

Shade Tolerance: More tolerant of shade than many roses, good for north-facing aspects.

Hardiness: Hardy and reliable, suitable for various USDA Zones (5-11).

Light: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained soil with added compost or manure.

Care: Water well in hot weather, deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers, and feed regularly.

Pruning: Prune in late summer or autumn, removing dead or damaged wood and reducing stems by about one-third.