Stormy Weather™ Bare Root Climbing Rose

Rosa ‘ORAfantanov’ PP 23,158 Stormy Weather™

Stormy Weather™ is a large-flowered climber/shrub rose bred by Pierre Orard (France). Its blooms are dark purple with a lighter reverse and center, golden-yellow stamens; the color ages toward lavender. The flowers are semi-double to double, borne in large clusters throughout the season, with a moderate spice fragrance.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Large-Flowered Climber / Shrub
🧬 Breeder: Pierre Orard (France)
🏢 Introduced By: Weeks Roses / Edmunds’ Roses
🎨 Color: Dark purple aging toward lavender with lighter reverse
🌸 Petal Count: ~13-21 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Semi-double to double clusters, cupped-to-flat
📏 Bloom Size: ~3.25-4″ (8-10 cm) across
🔁 Flowering: Repeats in flushes from late spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Good for cutting / display
🧴 Fragrance: Moderate spice

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Vigorous climbing shrub with large clusters
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6-10
📐 Spacing: ~3-4 ft (90-120 cm)
↕️ Height: ~9-11½ ft (2.8-3.5 m)
↔️ Width: ~5 ft (1.5 m)

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good overall; foliage is leathery and clean under proper conditions
🌎 Regional Recommendations: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Southeast, West Coast, Pacific Northwest