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Winner's Circle Climbing Rose

Rosa 'Radwin'

The Story

Plant Bio

Roses are woody perennial flowering plants of the genus Rosa, prized for their often fragrant flowers which come in a vast range of colors, forms, and sizes.

Winner's Circle is a vigorous climbing rose that produces abundant clusters of classic, bright red flowers. It is known for its excellent repeat bloom and strong disease resistance, making it an easy-care choice for a climbing red rose.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides a stunning vertical display of classic red roses, transforming plain walls, fences, and structures into vibrant focal points. Its repeat-blooming nature ensures color from spring through fall.

Can be used to create privacy, screen undesirable views, or frame an entryway on an arbor. Its disease resistance makes it a lower-maintenance option compared to older red climbing roses.

The flowers attract pollinators. The dense vertical structure provides excellent shelter and potential nesting sites for small birds.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Vine

Height

144 inches

Width

60 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

20+ years

Native To

Cultivated hybrid

Toxicity

Mildly toxic to pets if ingested; thorns are a hazard.

Bloom period

Late spring – Mid-fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a sunny location with a sturdy support structure.
Dig a hole about 1 foot away from the base of the support.
Amend the soil with plenty of compost for fertility and drainage.
Plant the rose at a slight angle, leaning it toward the support.
Backfill the hole, water deeply, and mulch the area.
As canes grow, loosely tie them to the support to guide them.

Pro Tip

To maximize flowers, train the long canes in a gentle arch or horizontally along your support structure rather than straight up.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide a strong trellis, arbor, or fence for support.
Water deeply at the base, especially during dry spells.
Fertilize regularly to fuel its growth and repeat blooming.
Prune annually to maintain a healthy framework and encourage flowering.

Don't

Do not plant in a location with poor air circulation.
Avoid cutting back the main, structural canes unless they are dead or damaged.
Don't allow the soil to completely dry out.
Don't forget to tie new canes to the support as they grow.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Classic red accent on a trellis or pillarVibrant covering for an arbor or pergolaFlowering screen on a sunny fence

Companion Plants

Clematis 'Nelly Moser'Lavandula 'Grosso'Perovskia atriplicifolia Allium 'Globemaster'Nepeta 'Walker's Low'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Winner's Circle Climbing Rose questions

What zones can Winner's Circle Climbing Rose grow in?

Winner's Circle Climbing Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Winner's Circle Climbing Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Winner's Circle Climbing Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Winner's Circle Climbing Rose bloom?

Winner's Circle Climbing Rose typically blooms in late spring through mid-fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Winner's Circle Climbing Rose need full sun?

Winner's Circle Climbing Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Winner's Circle Climbing Rose drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Winner's Circle Climbing Rose handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.