Rosa ‘Cherry Frost’ is a cold-hardy climbing rose known for its abundant clusters of small, dark cherry-red, semi-double blooms that repeat from spring through fall. The vivid red colour and continuous flowering throughout the season give strong visual impact on arbors, trellises, fences, or as a vigorous shrub, and its sturdy canes support a generous floral display without excessive support. The blooms are typically only lightly scented.
- Height: 1.8-2.4 m (6-8 ft)
- Spread: 1.2-1.5 m (4-5 ft)
- Hardiness: Zone 4
- Sun or Shade: minimum six hours of full sun
- Bloom Time: spring through frost
- Leaf Colour: green
- Bloom Colour: deep cherry red
- Critter Resistance: moderate deer resistance
- Nature Attraction: bees
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grow in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil. Provide consistent moisture while plants establish, then water during dry spells. Good air circulation helps maintain foliage health. Prune in early spring to remove winter damage and shape; because it blooms continuously, avoid heavy pruning mid-season. ‘Cherry Frost’ is noted for very good disease resistance and robust performance in colder climates.
