The climbing rose 'Paul’s Scarlet Climber' is an absolute classic in the garden, bringing a romantic and vibrant atmosphere to your outdoor paradise. With its abundant clusters of crimson-red blossoms, which present themselves in a spectacular sea of color, this rose adds a touch of timeless elegance to any facade, rose arch, or pergola. A fascinating feature of this plant is its incredible floriferousness in early summer, which is simply breathtaking. The vibrant red color of the double flowers is perfectly complemented by the deep, slightly glossy green of its leaves, creating a powerful and noble contrast. Its vigorous shoots effortlessly climb several meters high, adding an impressive vertical dimension to garden design.
Typical characteristics:
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abundant, crimson-red blossoms in large clusters
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strong, climbing growth for rose arches, walls, and pergolas
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robust, winter-hardy, and very long-lived
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creates a romantic, vertical garden atmosphere
☀️ Location, soil, etc.
The 'Paul’s Scarlet Climber' likes sunny and airy conditions. The right location is crucial for the rose to stay healthy and produce abundant blooms.
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sunny to semi-shady location
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at least 4–5 hours of sun per day for optimal flowering
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an airy spot is preferred so that foliage dries quickly after rain
Perfect for house walls, fences, pergolas, or freestanding obelisks in the garden.
🌿 Care of Rosa 'Paul’s Scarlet Climber' – Overview
This climbing rose is not only a spectacular feast for the eyes but also easy to care for, thanks to its robust nature, provided a few basic needs are met. It is suitable for ambitious novice gardeners as well as experienced rose lovers.
🌱 Growth
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vigorous climbing and sprawling
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reaches growth heights of 3 to 5 meters
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requires climbing support (trellis, wire system, or rose arch)
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contributes to a fairytale and lush appearance in the garden.
🍃 Leaves & Bloom
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flowers are double to semi-double and glow in an intense scarlet red
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main flowering period in June and July (sometimes with a slight rebloom in late summer)
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leaves are dark green, pinnate, and slightly glossy
The summer sea of flowers is a true natural spectacle in itself and attracts numerous bees and bumblebees.
💧 Watering
Since roses are deep-rooted, they need to be well-supplied with water, especially during the establishment phase and periods of prolonged drought.
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water rarely, but deeply and thoroughly
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always water directly at the root area, never over the leaves (prevents fungal diseases)
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ideally water in the early morning or evening hours
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absolutely avoid waterlogging, as the roots will otherwise rot.
🌼 Fertilizing
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start in spring (March/April) with a special rose fertilizer or mature compost
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a second application of fertilizer after the main flowering (around June/July) promotes regeneration
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stop fertilizing from the end of July so that new shoots can mature well before winter
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over-fertilization makes shoots soft and susceptible to pests and frost.
🌱 Substrate
A deep, nutritious soil climate is important:
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humus-rich and nutrient-rich
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loamy-humus and well-draining
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slightly acidic to neutral (pH value 6.0 to 7.0)
A mixture of normal garden soil, mature compost, and some special rose soil works excellently during planting.
🪴 Planting and Potting
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the best planting time is in autumn (October/November) or early spring
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roses are deep-rooted, so the planting hole must be dug deep and wide (approx. 40–50 cm deep)
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the grafting point should be about 5 cm below the soil surface to optimally protect it from frost.
✂️ Pruning
'Paul’s Scarlet Climber' requires targeted pruning in spring (when forsythias bloom):
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remove frozen, weak, or damaged shoots close to the ground
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thin out old, woody main shoots (after 3–4 years) to encourage rejuvenation
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shorten side shoots on the main stems to 2–3 buds
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use clean and sharp tools.
Tip for abundant flowering: Guide the long main shoots as horizontally or diagonally as possible along the trellis and tie them securely. This slows down sap flow and encourages the plant to form numerous flower buds on almost every side shoot!
🌱 Propagating Rosa Paul’s Scarlet Climber
Propagation is best achieved in a private garden through cuttings or layering:
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in late summer, cut a woody, healthy shoot (approx. 20 cm long) without flowers
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remove the lower leaves and place the cutting deep into moist, sandy seed compost
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alternatively, guide a long, flexible shoot into the ground as a layer, secure it, and let it root.
☠️ Is the climbing rose poisonous?
No – the leaves, flowers, and rose hips of Rosa 'Paul’s Scarlet Climber' are completely non-toxic.
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safe for cats and dogs
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safe for small animals and children
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Attention: Like almost all roses, it naturally has sharp thorns that can cause injury.
👉 You can plant it in your garden without worry – just be mindful of the thorny shoots around pets and small children.
🧠 Other Care Tips
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climbing roses do not climb trellises on their own with tendrils or aerial roots (they are scrambling climbers): therefore, regularly and loosely tie the shoots with jute twine or flexible binding wire.
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Good protection against diseases like black spot or powdery mildew is an airy location and the consistent removal of fallen, diseased leaves in autumn (do not put them on the compost!).
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The plant is very winter-hardy, but especially in the first few years, it appreciates covering the root area with fir branches or some mounded soil in winter.
✅ Conclusion
With its romantic appearance, impressive floriferousness, and robust nature, the climbing rose 'Paul’s Scarlet Climber' is an excellent choice for the garden. It is long-lived, ideal for greening arches, walls, or pergolas, and creates a fairytale, flower-rich atmosphere. Let this beautiful rose transform your garden into a brilliant red paradise.