Designing a Sturdy Arbor for Vigorous Lady Banks Roses in Hot Climates

Designing a Sturdy Arbor for Vigorous Lady Banks Roses in Hot Climates

Lady Banks needs 4 hours sun at base for new laterals. It loves extreme heat; shade cloth may hinder pruning and get penetrated by vigorous canes. Plastic-coated wire is good but check heat softening.

Recommended Structure

• Strong poles 6 ft apart.
• Horizontal plastic-coated wires every 2.5-3 ft for tying main canes.
• Cross-beam to house with wires 12 inches apart.
• Use garden clips for easy pruning access.

Prune hard after flowering to manage vigor.