Dublin Bay Potted Climbing Rose
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About Dublin Bay Potted Climbing Rose Bush
Rosa ‘MACdub’ — Dublin Bay Potted Climbing Rose
The Dublin Bay Potted Climbing Rose is a brilliant red climber that hits hard with glossy foliage, clusters of full blooms, and strong repeating performance. It’s the “go-to” climbing red rose for walls, trellises, and garden drama.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Climbing Floribunda
🧬 Breeder: Sam McGredy IV (Northern Ireland)
🎨 Color: Vivid scarlet-red to deep crimson-red
🌸 Petal Count: ~17–25 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Double blooms in large clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~2.5–3.5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeats from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Light, fruity scent
🏺 Vase Life: Very good — excellent for cutting and display
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright climbing shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′ apart (lean to training on support)
↕️ Height: ~8–12′ (2.5–3.5 m)
↔️ Width: ~4–6′ (1.2–1.8 m)
🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent — strong foliage and built-for-tough-conditions
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Holds color well in strong sun; dependable across climate zones
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest
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