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Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' is a thornless rambling rose with small, glossy toothed leaves and pretty hanging sprays of small, double yellow flowers with a light fragrance, in April and May.
This is the hardiest variety of Rosa banksiae. Large and vigorous, it's a good choice for covering a rose arch or pergola, and even training through a tree.
Mulch Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' every year with well-rotted manure or compost. Flowers are borne on the second or third year's growth, so avoid pruning anything other than dead wood or crossing stems.
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Rosa ‘Lutea’ and wildlife
Rosa ‘Lutea’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
