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Rosa banksiae 'Lutea'

Previously known as:

  • Rosa banksiae f. lutea
  • Rosa banksiae var. lutea
Phonetic Spelling
RO-zuh BANKS-ee-ee LOO-tee-uh
Description

 

Yellow Lady Banks rose is a vigorous, woody, climbing, flowering shrub that is evergreen where winters tend to be mild, but semi-evergreen or deciduous where winter temperatures are low. It is in the rose family (Rosaceae). Rosa banksiae ‘Lutea’ differs from the species in that it is not as big and its double blooms are white. It will mature to a height of 20 feet and a width of 10 feet with heavy growth and a sprawling habit. The flowers are slightly fragrant.

'Lutea' requires medium moisture in slightly acidic, well-drained garden soil and full sun. It will tolerate light shade, but flowering will suffer and diseases that are resisted in full sun may occur in the shade. Water deeply and regularly in the morning and avoid overhead watering. You can use mulch in the summer to retain moisture, keep the roots cool, and discourage weeds. Flowering occurs on second- or third-year growth, so keep pruning to a minimum (but be sure to remove dead wood) and do so immediately after flowering. Good cultural practices can control disease and regular fungicide applications throughout the growing season may be required. Apply a balanced fertilizer in late winter or early spring. Ensure good air circulation around the plant to promote vigorous and healthy growth. It is moderately salt tolerant and deer-resistant. 

Use ‘Lutea’ as an accent in an Asian or butterfly garden. Train the plant to climb an arbor, fence, or rock wall. If not supported, it will spread along the ground as a rambling shrub. Place it on a slope or bank and let it cascade down.  

Insects, Diseases and Other Plant Problems: Roses are susceptible to a large number of diseases, however common leaf diseases like black spot and mildew are less problematic for this rose. For full information on common pests and diseases of roses, please see the Rosa page. 

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  • Attributes:
    Genus:
    Rosa
    Species:
    banksiae
    Family:
    Rosaceae
    Life Cycle:
    Perennial
    Woody
    Wildlife Value:
    This plant is mildly resistant to damage by deer.
    Climbing Method:
    Scrambler
    Dimensions:
    Height: 10 ft. 0 in. - 20 ft. 0 in.
    Width: 6 ft. 0 in. - 10 ft. 0 in.
  • Whole Plant Traits:
    Plant Type:
    Ground Cover
    Perennial
    Rose
    Vine
    Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
    Deciduous
    Semi-evergreen
    Habit/Form:
    Cascading
    Climbing
    Spreading
    Growth Rate:
    Rapid
    Maintenance:
    Medium
    Texture:
    Fine
  • Cultural Conditions:
    Light:
    Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
    Soil Texture:
    High Organic Matter
    Loam (Silt)
    Sand
    Soil pH:
    Acid (<6.0)
    Neutral (6.0-8.0)
    Soil Drainage:
    Good Drainage
    Moist
    USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
    7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b
  • Flowers:
    Flower Color:
    White
    Flower Inflorescence:
    Corymb
    Flower Value To Gardener:
    Fragrant
    Showy
    Flower Bloom Time:
    Spring
    Summer
    Flower Size:
    < 1 inch
    Flower Description:
    Small multi-petaled pale yellow flowers (to 3/4” across) arrive in profuse clusters in early spring to early summer. The blossoms do not repeat.
  • Leaves:
    Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
    Deciduous
    Semi-evergreen
    Leaf Color:
    Green
    Leaf Margin:
    Serrate
    Hairs Present:
    No
    Leaf Description:
    Green leaves cover the stems with 5 to 7 finely serrate leaflets.
  • Stem:
    Stem Is Aromatic:
    No
    Stem Description:
    Long, smooth, flexible, and almost thornless.
  • Landscape:
    Landscape Location:
    Rock Wall
    Slope/Bank
    Landscape Theme:
    Asian Garden
    Butterfly Garden
    Design Feature:
    Accent
    Attracts:
    Butterflies
    Resistance To Challenges:
    Deer
    Salt