Rose - Sympathy

Common Name:
Rose 'Sympathie' (Sympathy Rose)

Description:
The 'Sympathie' rose is a vigorous, richly coloured climbing rose known for its cascading clusters of velvety deep red blooms. Each flower is fully double, approximately 9–10 cm across, and carries a warm, moderate fragrance that becomes more pronounced in sunny conditions. This classic Kordes variety produces glossy dark green foliage that remains healthy and resilient, thanks to its strong disease resistance and tolerance to weather extremes. A reliable repeat bloomer, 'Sympathie' flowers prolifically from early summer through to late autumn. In Melbourne, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, ideal for covering arches, pergolas, fences, or walls. Its robust nature and elegant blooms make it an excellent choice for adding structure and deep colour to vertical spaces in both formal and informal garden settings.

Form:

• Climber

Mature Size:

• Height: 2.5 – 4.0 m

• Width: 1.5 – 2.5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Deep red

• Velvety crimson

Key Attributes:

• Disease Resistant

• Repeat Flowering

• Bee Attracting

• Perennial

• Hardy in heat, rain, and light frost

• Suitable for Espalier

• Moderate fragrance

Toxicity:

• May be mildly toxic to pets or humans if ingested (particularly the thorns and rose hips)

Companion Plants:

• Lavender

• Clematis

• Salvia

• Catmint (Nepeta)

• Foxglove (Digitalis)