Rose Souvenir Du Docteur Jamain – Climbing Rose

An old fashioned climbing rose that was originally introduced in 1865, Souvenir du Docteur Jamain remains a firm favourite to this day. It was also a much favoured cultivar for the renowned plantswoman Vita Sackville-West, with top garden designers still seeking it out on a regular basis. If you have a more challenging aspect, this Rose is one of the best climbers for a north facing wall. The deep claret flowers hold their colour well in such a location, rather than fading which is possible in full sun – this in itself creates an interesting look with two tones of flower on the same branches at any one time.

The main flush of blooms will appear in midsummer, and will continue in smaller bursts until autumn. It is tolerant of poor soils, has few thorns and can be grown as a large open shrub if provided support. Supplied in approx 5 litre containers.