White Lady Banks Rose

White Lady Banks Rose is a fast, arching rambler known for clouds of small double white flowers in early spring. Its smooth green canes are nearly thornless, making it especially appealing for large arbors, pergolas, fences, and walls. This is a once-blooming rose that flowers on older wood, so any shaping should be done soon after the spring display. Give it sturdy support, good air circulation, and enough room for its vigorous mature habit.

Rose details

• Botanical name: Rosa banksiae 'Alba Plena'
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• USDA zones: 6–10
• Mature size: 15–20+ ft with support × 6–10+ ft wide
• Foliage: Evergreen to semi-evergreen in mild climates
• Flowers: Clusters of small double white flowers
• Bloom season: Early to mid-spring; blooms once
• Water: Average; moist, well-drained soil while establishing
• Growth habit: Rapid, arching, nearly thornless rambler
• Landscape uses: Arbors, pergolas, fences, walls, large screens, coastal gardens
• Deer tolerance: May be browsed by deer

Plant size and performance vary with climate, soil, pruning and care.