Question
I have a climbing rose that is not blooming this year, when I went to prune it, I noticed on several stems there were no "fifth leaves" and only on two or three other stems was I able to do this.  I'm considering digging it up and planting a different climber.  How long should I wait before I give up on it.  It does have many leaves and is about 4-5' tall.

Answer
I would wait until next year as the climber may be using up it's energy making growth at the expemse of making flowers. This is not unusual for a climber. It sounds like it is in good condition so if by next spring it still isn't blooming, then I would replace it. Lynnette