Climbing Rose
Rosa setigera
Last reviewed: June 2026
Climbing Rose (Rosa setigera) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org, last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
96"–240" H × 48"–120" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 29 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
This native climbing rose produces clusters of pink flowers in early summer, followed by red rose hips in fall. It can grow quite large and needs support structures like fences, trellises, or arbors to climb effectively.
In an HOA neighborhood
Climbing Rose is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: high. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Requires ongoing pruning to prevent overgrowth
- Needs sturdy support structure
- Can look unruly without regular maintenance
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees and beetles during bloom season. Birds feed on the rose hips in fall and winter, and the thorny canes provide nesting sites for songbirds.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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