Creating a rose arch: Procedure & suitable varieties

Rose arches provide a fairytale charm in the garden. We will show you how to create a rose arch and which varieties are suitable for this.

If you've always dreamed of having your own rose arch, you've come to the right place. Whether for a specific occasion, such as a wedding, or just as a pretty eye-catcher for the garden - such a rose arch has something fairytale-like about it. There are a wide variety of models available in specialist shops – whether made of wood or metal, with or without a gate – in different price ranges. If you are a skilled craftsman, you can build your own climbing aid for your climbing roses in no time at all. What needs to be considered and which types of roses (pink) are best suited for growing rose arches, we have summarized them for you in this article.

Below we explain where you can buy a rose arch, how best to set it up and which types of roses are suitable for growing over the arch.

Suitable varieties for a rose arch

Not all types of roses are suitable for the rose arch. Naturally suitable climbing roses very good for this with their long shoots. But also some other taller growing ones shrub rose varieties you can use for this if you educate their instincts accordingly. By tying them to the scaffolding, you additionally stabilize the roses, which allows them to reach considerable heights.

The following varieties are particularly suitable for cultivation on a rose arch:

• climbing rose 'Sympathy'
  The dark red, double flowers can be seen from afar and smell wonderfully of wild roses. The flowering period extends from June to September. The vigorous rose depends on climbing aids and is therefore ideal for pergolas and rose arches. It is very hardy and reaches heights of up to three meters.
  
• climbing rose 'gold facade'
  This beautifully yellow-flowered rose grows vigorously and upright. The flowers are very fragrant, but unfortunately the rose blooms only a little later. It reaches heights of up to 3.5 meters, but due to its high susceptibility to leaf diseases, it has to be regularly supplied with plant strengtheners.

• climbing rose 'Gloire de Dijon'
  The rose with the filled flowers in different shades of yellow is a real eye-catcher. It reaches heights of growth of up to 2.5 meters. The frequently flowering climbing rose is characterized by its high leaf health, but the flowers are not very rainproof. After the main flowering in June, there is a second flowering in autumn.
• rambler rose 'Perennial Blue'
  The classic among the climbing roses is known for its strong growth and good area coverage. The small flowers are pink at first and later fade to violet-blue. Unlike many other rambler roses, this variety blooms repeatedly. Another advantage is the low susceptibility to diseases. However, winter protection is advisable during the cold months.
• English rose 'The Pilgrim'
  Actually, the rose grows rather compact and bushy, but can be grown very well as a climbing rose and then reach a height of up to 3.5 meters. The yellow flowers turn white on the outside and appear from June to September. Due to the good winter hardiness, no special protective measures are usually required.

More beautiful Types and varieties of roses We present them here in various colors and growth forms.

Tip from the pro: Climbing or shrub roses can also be wonderfully combined with others climbing plants, for example with clematis (clematis), combine.

Creating a rose arch: procedure

First you should think carefully about where you want to set up the rose arch. You can use it, for example, to structure a larger garden and divide it into different rooms. However, once the rose arch has been erected, it is hardly possible to move it. In addition, in most cases, anchoring made of concrete provides the necessary support. However, you should be careful to insert the concrete layer deep enough so that a good layer of earth can be applied over it. After all, the chosen location must also be suitable for the rose that is to grow over the rose arch. Planting should ideally take place in autumn (October/November) so that the rose can root well over the winter.

Instructions to create a rose arch:

1. Choose a suitable location
2. Set up and anchor the rose arch
3. Dig up and loosen the soil at the planting site
4. If necessary, primarily organic long-term fertilizers like ours Plantura organic rose fertilizer incorporate
5. Dig a planting hole at a sufficient distance (about 50 cm) from the scaffolding
6. Plant a rose bush on each side
7. Divert shoots to scaffolding and fasten with raffia
   

Tip from the pro: After tying, the shoots should not protrude straight up, but rather be attached to the side of the trellis.

The most beautiful red roses we have compiled for you in a special article.

Buying a rose arch: comparison and tips

You can buy a rose arch in almost every Bauhaus or garden store. The price varies depending on the size, material and equipment. If you want to save some money, you can also build a rose arch yourself cheaply and with relatively little effort.

Metal rose arch

Metal rose arches are more durable compared to natural materials such as wood or bamboo. You can bend simple constructions yourself from reinforcement iron or have them bent. A professional can then carry out the hot-dip galvanizing. You can also stretch wires between the individual struts to make it easier for the rose to climb up.

Models made of coated steel or iron are commercially available in simple shapes as well as with ornate decorations. Depending on the provider, earth hooks are also supplied for attachment to the ground. Models with an integrated door or gate can be used as an entrance or passage to the garden. In addition, half rose arches are also offered as wall climbing aids.

Tip from the pro: When buying, make sure that the metal rose arch is undamaged and has a sufficiently thick coating that protects against weathering and rust.

Wooden rose arch

Unfortunately, a rose arch made of wood is not quite as easy to care for as a metal frame. Various models made of spruce, larch or pine are commercially available. But even these hardy types of wood are not completely weather resistant and can therefore rot over a period of time. To avoid this, rose arches made of wood are usually already treated with various glazes and wood preservatives.

With a little manual skill, you can easily build a wooden rose arch yourself according to your own wishes and ideas. However, as already mentioned, the wood must be adequately protected against weathering. The best thing to do is get professional advice from a hardware store. You can either use pre-treated wood that is suitable for outdoor use or you can paint it yourself using the appropriate means. However, if you do not take any special measures, the scaffolding will probably have to be replaced in a few years.

Tip from the pro: Creative craftsmen can also build a gazebo or a pergola, under which there is space for benches - for cozy summer evenings under a sea of ​​roses.