Royal Gold Climbing Rose

Rosa 'Royal Gold'

Nature Hills Nursery

Award-Winning Yellow Climbing Rose with Fully Double Petals and Deep Green Foliage
Thrives in Zones 6-9
Grows 8-10 ft Tall
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
Excellent Privacy Screen or Hedge

$100²³

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Plant Size

#3 Container

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: For the best flower production and disease resistance, plant in a spot that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. While it can handle a bit of afternoon shade, you will see fewer of those signature golden blooms and slower growth in lower light.
Soil: This rose loves rich, loamy soil that drains well but holds enough moisture to stay cool. If you have heavy clay, mix in organic compost to improve drainage, or add peat moss to sandy soil to keep it from drying out like a desert.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, provide about 1 inch of water per week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, this climber is quite resilient, but inconsistent watering during summer heat can lead to smaller flowers and premature leaf drop. Always aim your hose at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry, which prevents powdery mildew from moving in.

Pruning Tips

The Royal Gold Rose blooms on both old wood and new wood, so wait until the plant is three years old before doing any major structural pruning. In early spring just as the buds swell, remove dead or spindly canes and shorten the lateral flowering side-shoots to about 2 or 3 buds. Think of this like a haircut that encourages the plant to put its energy into large, healthy blossoms rather than long, thin "whips."

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced rose fertilizer or a slow-release granular formula once in early spring and again after the first big flush of blooms. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers after midsummer because they force soft, tender growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. This late-season growth is easily damaged by winter cold, which can invite dieback and disease.

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Reblooming, Fragrant, Flowering, Attracts pollinators
Hardiness Zone	5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	8-10 ft
Width	3-4 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy
Growth Rate	Fast
Growth Habit	Climbing, Spreading, Trailing, Upright
Blooms In	Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color	Yellow
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Pet Safety	Toxic to pets
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Rose
Botanical Name	Rosa 'Royal Gold'
Species	spp.
Cultivar	Royal Gold
Class	Magnoliopsida, Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Glowing and radiant, Royal Gold Climbing Rose (Rosa 'Royal Gold') is a brilliant gilded climber that adds the Midas Touch to arbors, fences and trellis anywhere you have a sunny patch of the garden! Climbing tall and sturdy on supports, arbors and trellis, filling vertical swaths with golden hues, pollinators and gilded cut flowers! These fast-growing gems won't keep you waiting and overflow with vivid blossoms.

These fully double-petaled beauties are backdropped by lush deep-green foliage for a breathtaking sight! Train up any strong support to grace path entrances, gazebos, or as a dramatic specimen and focal point in the garden! Bringing sunny golden color to highlight your landscape!

As if that weren't enough, these Roses glow in the sun and are very heat and sun tolerant in USDA growing zones 6 through 9! Royal Gold grows to 10-12 feet in height and can reach 4-5 feet in width, and the blooms keep popping all summer! For the rest of the growing season, these canes are full of glossy green foliage!

Planting and Application:

Let this Rose climb over your doorway and practically yell "Welcome!" to everyone who comes to visit. Let one droop over your seating area for a touch of shade. Set one over a porch entrance or shade a swing or breakfast nook. Whether the sun is up or not, you'll enjoy a sunny sight on your back porch or seating areas!

It would almost be a waste if the cheery yellow color were confined to the garden. Thanks to the flowers being born on long, strong stems, though, you can cut vases full of flowers for your table all season long! Add to cutting gardens, shade parts of perennial beds, and as backdrops to cottage borders with sunshine blossoms!

Classic Bright Yellow Climbing Rose
Reblooming All Season
Vigorous Canes for Strong Cutting Stems
Fast Growing
Grand Statement Piece, Specimen & Focal Point

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Roses always do best in full sun, however, this Rose is hardy and does appreciate a touch of partial shade in the afternoons of those hotter climates. It only takes a little TLC and a good spray schedule, to keep this Rose happy. You won't regret the effort. We bet this will even become one of your favorite Roses because of the extra care you give it.

Add Nature Hills Root Booster into the planting hole. The symbiotic ingredients never stop supporting the tiny feeder roots. Roses need a consistent schedule of water. They also flower best with a schedule of specialty Rose fertilizer.

Deadhead spent blooms for more to keep returning and prune in early spring before you see new growth.

Overwintering Tips For Colder Zones

In late November, carefully take the longer canes down and lay them on the ground, or encase them in a cage filled with clean leaves or mulch. Mulch over the remaining canes to protect them in winter.

Wait until spring to uncover these canes just as the plants start to come out of dormancy. Carefully put them back into place and pull the excess mulch away from the base of the plant.

Wait to remove any broken or diseased branches until early spring. Leave healthy green stems in place for best flowering.

How to Prune and Train Climbing Roses

Pruning should not be done during the first two to three years, since Climbing Roses need time to build flowering Rose canes. These structural canes will grow thicker for several years before it is time to replace them.

Spring Pruning and Structural Rejuvenation

Remember that spring pruning is most limited to removing broken branches, and dead tips or correcting the structure of the Climbing Roses. If you remove long canes and side branching you will be removing the first set of June flowers.

Prune Roses in early spring just as you see new buds beginning to swell.
Remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches.
Identify several new, younger, more vigorous canes to become the new structural foundation of your beautiful Climbing Rose.
Remove the fattest, oldest canes out at the soil level, if possible and right after the first set of flowers finishes. Those canes will be replaced with new shoots that develop from the base. As these new, rapidly produced shoots elongate, you will want to direct, train, and tie them into the place you would like them to develop.

Summer Maintenance and Pruning

Horizontal branches produce the most flowers. Prune these secondary canes after flowering, because Climbing Roses bloom on last year's canes (old wood).

Cut your secondary canes down to 6 - 8 inches above a bud after the first flush of flowers has finished.
Trim the secondary canes back at 90 to 45-degree angles.
Keep your structural support canes in place.

In colder regions it may be more difficult to maintain Climbing Roses, so choosing your planting site is important.

Winter protection is best for Roses grown in zones 7 and colder. Mulch is your best, more natural way to overwinter roses by mounding the dormant canes in late fall. Don't fall prune, rather instead wait until spring.

Full Sun
Provide Highly Enriched, Very Well-Drained Soil
Feed Rose Ample Fertilizer & Very Good Air Circulation
Deadhead After Blooms Fade & Prune in Very Early Spring
Climbing Roses Need Good Support

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Frequently Asked Questions

What hardiness zones is Royal Gold Climbing Rose suitable for?

Royal Gold Climbing Rose thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9. This heat and sun tolerant climber performs exceptionally well in these zones, reaching 10-12 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide. Plant in full sun for best blooming performance.

How wide does Royal Gold Climbing Rose spread?

Royal Gold Climbing Rose reaches 4-5 feet in width when mature. This vigorous climber grows 10-12 feet tall and thrives in zones 6-9. Plan for adequate spacing when training on arbors or fences, available at naturehills.com.

When should I plant Royal Gold Climbing Rose?

Plant Royal Gold Climbing Rose in early spring after the last frost or in fall 6-8 weeks before hard freeze. This vigorous climber thrives in zones 6-9 and needs full sun with afternoon shade in hot climates. Choose a location with strong support since it reaches 10-12 feet tall.

How often should I water a newly planted Royal Gold Climbing Rose?

Water newly planted Royal Gold roses deeply 2-3 times per week for the first month. Since this vigorous climber reaches 10-12 feet and blooms all summer in zones 6-9, consistent moisture helps establish strong root systems. Check soil moisture 2 inches down and adjust watering based on rainfall and temperature.

How much sunlight does Royal Gold Climbing Rose need?

Royal Gold Climbing Rose performs best in full sun but appreciates some afternoon shade in hot climates. This heat-tolerant climber thrives in zones 6-9 and will reward you with continuous golden blooms all summer. Plant in a sunny location with morning sun exposure for optimal flowering when you shop at Nature Hills.

Do I need to prune Royal Gold Climbing Rose?

Climbing roses benefit from annual pruning to maintain shape and encourage blooming. For Royal Gold, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove dead, damaged, or weak canes, and trim back lateral branches to 2-3 buds to promote those long cutting stems.

What color are the flowers?

Royal Gold Climbing Rose produces brilliant bright yellow flowers with fully double petals. These golden blooms appear continuously all summer long on strong stems perfect for cutting. Plant in full sun for the most vibrant color and abundant flowering.

Royal Gold Climbing Rose

Rosa 'Royal Gold'