Climbing Rose vs David Austin Rose

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Climbing Rose

Rosa 'New Dawn'

Rosaceae · flowers

Medium Maintenance

David Austin Rose

Rosa 'Graham Thomas'

Rosaceae · flowers

Medium Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Climbing Rose (Zones 5-9)

David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Climbing Rose	David Austin Rose
Scientific Name	Rosa 'New Dawn'	Rosa 'Graham Thomas'
Family	Rosaceae	Rosaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	20'	5'
Spread	10'	4'
Bloom Season	Summer	Spring-Fall
Bloom Color	Pink	Yellow
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Hybrid (US)	Hybrid (England)
Maintenance	Medium	Medium

Special Traits

Climbing Rose

No — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

David Austin Rose

No — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Climbing Rose

✓Train canes horizontally for maximum bloom.
✓Prune after main flush.
✓Provide strong support — trellis or arbor.
✓Flowers on lateral shoots from old canes.

David Austin Rose

✓Prune to shape in late winter.
✓Benefits from regular feeding.
✓Provide good air circulation.
✓Can be trained as a short climber on pillar or wall.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Climbing Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.

Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose grow in the same hardiness zone?

Climbing Rose grows in USDA zones 5-9, while David Austin Rose grows in zones 5-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 9.

Do Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose have the same sun and water needs?

Climbing Rose needs full sun and medium water, while David Austin Rose needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Climbing Rose or David Austin Rose?

Climbing Rose grows taller at 20' compared to David Austin Rose at 5'. Climbing Rose spreads 10' while David Austin Rose spreads 4'.

Are Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose deer resistant?

Neither Climbing Rose nor David Austin Rose is considered deer resistant. In areas with deer, consider protective fencing or deer repellent for both plants.

Which is easier to maintain, Climbing Rose or David Austin Rose?

Both Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose have medium maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Climbing Rose	David Austin Rose
Scientific Name	Rosa 'New Dawn'	Rosa 'Graham Thomas'
Family	Rosaceae	Rosaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	20'	5'
Spread	10'	4'
Bloom Season	Summer	Spring-Fall
Bloom Color	Pink	Yellow
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Hybrid (US)	Hybrid (England)
Maintenance	Medium	Medium

Care Tips

Climbing Rose

✓Train canes horizontally for maximum bloom.
✓Prune after main flush.
✓Provide strong support — trellis or arbor.
✓Flowers on lateral shoots from old canes.

David Austin Rose

✓Prune to shape in late winter.
✓Benefits from regular feeding.
✓Provide good air circulation.
✓Can be trained as a short climber on pillar or wall.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Climbing Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.

Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose grow in the same hardiness zone?

Climbing Rose grows in USDA zones 5-9, while David Austin Rose grows in zones 5-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 9.

Do Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose have the same sun and water needs?

Climbing Rose needs full sun and medium water, while David Austin Rose needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Climbing Rose or David Austin Rose?

Climbing Rose grows taller at 20' compared to David Austin Rose at 5'. Climbing Rose spreads 10' while David Austin Rose spreads 4'.

Are Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose deer resistant?

Neither Climbing Rose nor David Austin Rose is considered deer resistant. In areas with deer, consider protective fencing or deer repellent for both plants.

Which is easier to maintain, Climbing Rose or David Austin Rose?

Both Climbing Rose and David Austin Rose have medium maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.