Rosa banksiae 'Alba Plena'
White Lady Banks' Rose
Description
Lady Bank's Rose is a vigorous climbing vine that will grow to 20' or more. It has glossy, leathery green leaves with large showy clusters of small yellow flowers that bloom in spring. It is essentially thornless and is a good cover for walls, fences or an arbor. 'Alba Plena' has white blooms.
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Height Range
12-25'
Width Range
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Patio, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.