About Royal Sunset™ Potted Climbing Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Royal Sunset’ — Climbing Rose

The Royal Sunset™ Potted Climbing Rose is a warm, sunset-toned climber that produces large, richly colored blooms in apricot, peach, and coral. With a strong fragrance and reliable repeat flowering, it’s a standout choice for arches, pergolas, and walls where glowing color and scent can take center stage.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Climbing Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Dr. Dennison H. Morey 
🎨 Color: Apricot-peach with coral and copper tones
🌸 Petal Count: ~25–30 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Large, high-centered hybrid tea blooms
📏 Bloom Size: ~4–5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Strong, sweet, classic rose-fruit perfume
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — large, elegant stems for cutting

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Vigorous, upright climbing shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9
📐 Spacing: ~4–6′ apart on supports
↕️ Height: ~8–12′ (can reach 12–15′ in mild climates)
↔️ Width: ~4–6′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good — healthy foliage with standard care
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Warm tones intensify in heat; dependable in varied climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest