Planting a climbing rose in a pot can add beauty and structure to your garden, provided you choose the right container and follow proper planting steps. Climbing roses can thrive in pots as long as they are 12ft or shorter, and with the right care, they will grow beautifully.
You can plant your climbing rose in a pot at any time of the year, but make sure the plant is well-hydrated before you start.
Pot or container - at least 2 feet deep x 2 feet wide
An obelisk or other support structure
Small stones/broken terracotta crocs/gravel/recycled polystyrene
Large bucket of water
David Austin® Mycorrhizal Fungi
John Innes No 3 compost
Good quality multi-purpose compost
Select a pot that is at least 2 feet deep and 2 feet wide and has proper drainage holes. Dark pots may absorb more heat, so be prepared to water more frequently. Add drainage to the bottom of the pot.