Rosettes of glorious crimson-coloured roses with a sunny yellow centre, adorn the dazzling ‘Olympic Flame’ climbing rose from Whartons Roses. Perfect for planting in wall side borders or for enhancing city and courtyard gardens, the abundance and vibrancy of the roses creates impactful and eye-catching displays.
As well as being beautiful to look at, the roses are also subtly fragrant which makes them perfect for enjoying the scent as it covers pergolas, walls and fences or arches, while adding structure and height to garden designs.
With a host of ornamental features, the glossy green foliage creates interest to admire when the roses are not yet in bloom. The foliage also accentuates and frames the roses when they are in bloom. Not only that, but this rose will look wonderful and attract wildlife into your garden as it is loved by bees and a range of other pollinators.
Plant details
- Breeder: Whartons Roses
- Rose type: Climbing Rose
- Colour: Red
- Fragrance: Light fruity
- Bloom type: Semi-double
- Flowering period: June, July, August, September (Repeat flowering)
- Pot size: 4-Litre
Growing conditions
- Soil moisture: Moist but well drained
- Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral (suitable for all soil types)
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
Best location
- Aspect: East, South or West-facing
- Sunlight: Full sun
Expected plant growth
- Plant height: Up to 4m (after 3 years)
- Plant size: Medium climber
All measurements are approximate
How to care for your rose
This low-maintenance and reliable climbing rose is easy to grow, but to get the best blooms plant it with some soil improver or well-rotted manure, and add a sprinkling of Mycorrhizal Fungi to encourage strong root growth. Position your rose in a sunny spot, in moist but well-drained soil. You will then enjoy many years of magnificent floral displays.