Rose Eden Climbing
Rosa 'Eden' (Pierre de Ronsard)
Often called the most beautiful rose in the world, Eden produces enormous, old-fashioned blooms with creamy white petals dramatically edged in cherry pink. This vigorous climbing rose creates a spectacular display when trained on fences, arbors, or walls, with its romantic, heavily petaled flowers that look like they stepped out of a French impressionist painting.
Harvest
60-80d
Days to harvest
Sun
White-Tailed Deer
Zones
5–11
USDA hardiness
Height
1-8 feet
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Rose Eden Climbing · Zones 5–11
Growing Details
Zone-by-Zone Planting Calendar
| Zone | Indoor Start | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – July | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – June | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – June | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – June | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – May | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – May | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – April | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January – January | February – March | February – April | — |
Complete Growing Guide
Light: White-Tailed Deer, Cottontail Rabbit. Soil: Clay, Loam (Silt). Soil pH: Acid (<6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0). Height: 1 ft. 0 in. - 8 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 1 ft. 0 in. - 6 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: Less than 12 inches, 12 inches-3 feet, 3 feet-6 feet, 6-feet-12 feet. Growth rate: Medium. Propagation: Grafting.
Harvesting
The accessory fruit is called a hip and forms after the flowers finish blooming. The hip will appear under the sepals of where the flower was after the flower dies. They will turn from green to red. They are filled with many achenes surrounded by irritating hairs.
Color: Green, Red/Burgundy. Type: Achene. Length: < 1 inch. Width: < 1 inch.
Garden value: Showy
Harvest time: Fall
Bloom time: Summer
Edibility: The fruit (called the hip) is edible.
Storage & Preservation
Fresh Eden roses last 7-10 days when cut stems are immediately placed in cool water and kept at 65-70°F away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Re-cut stems under water every 2-3 days and change water completely to maximize vase life.
For preservation, Eden's substantial petals dry beautifully for potpourri. Harvest fully opened blooms on a dry morning and remove petals, laying them on screens in a warm, dry, dark location for 1-2 weeks until crispy. Store dried petals in airtight containers away from light.
To make rose water from Eden blooms, simmer fresh petals in distilled water for 30-45 minutes, strain, and refrigerate the liquid for up to one month. The large, fragrant blooms also freeze well in ice cubes for decorative drinks, though the petals will become translucent when thawed.
History & Origin
Origin: Temp. & Subtropical Northern Hemisphere (such as Europe & Asia)
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: #showy flowers#fragrant flowers#heat tolerant#rose#tsc#cottage garden#security plant#high maintenance#English garden#cutting garden#border back#tsc-s#bee friendly#container plant#patio#hedge#prickles#shrub rose#cpp#walkway#HS111#HS303#hortcontest#nesting site#fpp
- +Wildlife value: Wildlife is attracted to the edible hips. Single-flowered species and cultivars are attractive to bees. Dead stems are used by stem-nesting bees.
- +Edible: The fruit (called the hip) is edible.
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Lavender
Repels aphids, moths, and other pests while attracting beneficial pollinators
Marigolds
Deter nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies with their strong scent
Garlic
Natural fungicide properties help prevent black spot and powdery mildew
Clematis
Compatible climbing companion that shares similar growing conditions
Catmint
Repels aphids and ants while attracting beneficial insects
Alliums
Strong sulfur compounds deter aphids, thrips, and Japanese beetles
Geraniums
Repel Japanese beetles, leafhoppers, and other rose pests
Parsley
Attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies that prey on aphids
Keep Apart
Black Walnut
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits rose growth and can cause wilting
Large Trees
Compete for nutrients and water while creating excessive shade
Brassicas
Heavy feeders that compete for nutrients and may attract pests harmful to roses
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving. % Daily Value based on 2,000 calorie diet. Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #169270)
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Moderate resistance to black spot, good disease tolerance overall
Common Pests
Aphids, thrips, spider mites, Japanese beetles
Diseases
Black spot, powdery mildew, downy mildew, canker