Easlea's Golden Rambler Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler' (Ra)
ABOUT
Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler' is a stunning rose variety with a captivating appearance. The plant is adorned with richly colored flowers, showcasing a warm, golden-yellow hue that imbues an air of radiance and charm. Each flower is made up of numerous delicate petals that form an attractive, rosette-like shape, presenting a classic and romantic rose form. The blossoms emit a delightful fragrance, a characteristic blend of sweet and floral notes that can perfume the air around the plant, making it a favorite among gardeners who appreciate scented flowers. The roses are often seen in generous clusters, creating a striking visual impact that adds bursts of color to the landscape. The foliage of 'Easlea's Golden Rambler' is also noteworthy for its beauty, with lush green leaves creating the perfect backdrop for the bright blossoms. The leaves exhibit a glossy texture that catches and reflects light, further enhancing the visual appeal of the plant. Throughout its blooming season, the plant maintains a vibrant display that can attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, adding another layer of interest and ecological value to its presence in a garden setting. Overall, Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler' is a delightful and attractive presence in the garden, favored for its stunning blooms, enchanting scent, and lush foliage.
About this plant
- Names
Family
Rosaceae
Synonyms
Easlea's Golden Rambler
Common names
Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler'
- Toxicity
To humans
Roses are not considered toxic to humans. There is no widespread evidence that suggests that roses, including the variety 'Easlea's Golden Rambler', are poisonous to people. Ingesting parts of roses may lead to mild stomach discomfort simply due to the fact that they are not typical food items, but they do not contain compounds known to cause serious harm or poisoning.
To pets
Roses, including the 'Easlea's Golden Rambler', are generally considered non-toxic to pets such as dogs and cats. While the ingestion of roses might cause mild gastrointestinal upset due to the fibrous plant material, they are not known for containing substances that are poisonous to pets. However, it is important to note that the thorns can cause injury if a pet attempts to chew on the branches, potentially leading to punctures or cuts in the mouth or digestive tract.
- Characteristics
Life cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Yellow
Height
15-20 feet (4.6-6.1 meters)
Spread
10 feet (3 meters)
Plant type
Climber
Hardiness zones
5-9
Native area
Cultivar
Benefits
- General Benefits
- Aesthetic Appeal: Easlea's Golden Rambler adds visual interest to gardens with its attractive yellow blooms and lush foliage.
- Scented Flowers: The plant is known for its fragrant flowers, which can enhance the sensory experience of any garden or landscape.
- Habitat for Wildlife: Provides a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators, supporting biodiversity.
- Garden Structure: Can be used to create natural arches, cover arbors, or as a climbing feature on fences and walls.
- Seasonal Interest: Offers a seasonal display with its spring to summer blooming period.
- Privacy: When grown on trellises or fences, it can act as a natural privacy screen.
- Versatility: Suitable for a range of garden styles, from cottage gardens to formal landscapes.
- Erosion Control: The dense growth habit can help stabilize soil on slopes or banks.
- Shade: Can provide light shade when grown over pergolas or similar structures.
- Cultural Symbolism: Roses are often associated with love and beauty, making them a popular choice for romantic or ceremonial plantings.
- Medical Properties
- This plant is not used for medical purposes.
- Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
- Other Uses
- Culinary Garnish: Petals of Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler' can be used to add a splash of color to salads or desserts, providing an elegant touch to a plate's presentation.
- Natural Fabric Dye: The petals can be used to create a natural dye for fabrics, yielding hues that range from pale yellow to deep gold depending on the concentration and fabric type.
- Floral Water: Fresh petals can be steeped in water to create a delicately scented floral water for use in homemade beauty treatments or as a refreshing room spray.
- Botanical Art: The petals and leaves of the rose can be pressed and used in botanical prints or to create natural art pieces.
- Scented Candles: Dried petals can be embedded into candles to add a gentle rose fragrance as the candle burns.
- Plant Stakes: Pruned, sturdy stems of the Golden Rambler can be repurposed as natural, biodegradable stakes for supporting other plants in the garden.
- Homemade Potpourri: Dried petals and leaves can be mixed with other natural ingredients to create a homemade potpourri with a lovely rose scent.
- Eco-Friendly Confetti: Dry and crush the petals to use as a biodegradable confetti for celebrations or weddings.
- Bath Salts: Infuse bath salts with dried petals for a luxurious bath time experience that can help to relax the mind and body.
- Natural Insect Repellent: The aroma of Golden Rambler roses may help deter certain insects when planted in a garden, serving as a natural pest management strategy.
Interesting Facts
- Feng Shui
The rose is not specifically used in Feng Shui practice.
- Zodiac Sign Compitability
The rose is not used in astrology practice.
- Plant Symbolism
- Love: As a rose, Easlea's Golden Rambler symbolizes love and romance, making it a popular choice for romantic occasions.
- Beauty: This variety, with its golden-yellow flowers, represents beauty and perfection.
- Optimism: The bright, sunny color of its blooms can signify optimism and positivity.
- Joy: The vibrant color and lush appearance of Easlea's Golden Rambler can express joy and delight.
- Friendship: Yellow roses are often associated with friendship and caring, making this plant suitable for gifts between friends.
- Water
The Golden Rambler Rose should be watered deeply once a week, providing approximately 1 to 2 gallons of water to the base of the plant, making sure the soil is moistened to a depth of about 18 inches. During hot or dry periods, the frequency may need to increase to twice a week. It's important to avoid overhead watering to prevent disease, and instead focus on ground-level watering to keep the foliage dry. In winter, water only as needed to prevent the soil from drying out completely, since the rose will be dormant and its water requirements will be lower.
- Light
The Golden Rambler Rose thrives in full sunlight, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight each day for optimum growth and blooming. The best spot for planting is in an area that receives morning sun and some partial afternoon shade in very hot climates, as this can help to protect the blooms from the intense heat.
- Temperature
The Golden Rambler Rose is hardy and can tolerate a range of temperatures; however, it performs best in temperatures between 60°F and 75°F. It can survive minimum winter temperatures down to about 20°F, but protection in colder regions is recommended. During the growing season, ensure it is not exposed to temperatures above 90°F for extended periods, as this can stress the plant.
- Pruning
Pruning the Golden Rambler Rose is important for maintaining its shape, promoting vigorous growth, and encouraging abundant flowering. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, cutting back old wood by about one-third and removing any dead, diseased, or damaged canes. The best time for major pruning is after the last frost, but light pruning and deadheading can be done throughout the blooming season to keep the plant tidy and encourage more blooms.
- Cleaning
As needed
- Soil
The Golden Rambler rose thrives in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure. A slightly acidic to neutral pH, ranging from 6.0 to 7.0, is optimal for this rose variety. For the best soil mix, blend two parts loam, one part peat moss, and one part aged manure or compost.
- Repotting
Golden Rambler roses, being vigorous climbers, are typically planted in the ground rather than in pots, and thus do not require frequent repotting. However, if grown in containers, repotting every 2-3 years in early spring is ideal to rejuvenate the soil and accommodate root growth.
- Humidity & Misting
Golden Rambler roses prefer outdoor conditions where they can receive fresh air circulation, and they do not require high humidity. Typical outdoor humidity levels are suitable for this plant, and it does not have specific humidity requirements.
- Suitable locations
Indoor
Not ideal for indoors; needs full sun, ample space.
Outdoor
Plant in full sun, ensure good air circulation, water deeply.
Hardiness zone
6-9 USDA
- Life cycle
Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler', commonly known as the Rambler Rose, begins its life cycle as a dormant bare-root plant or potted specimen in late winter or early spring. Upon planting, it enters a vegetative stage where leaves and canes develop rapidly with proper sunlight, soil, and water. Flower buds form in late spring or early summer followed by a blooming period where clusters of fragrant yellow flowers adorn the plant. Post-bloom, the flowers may develop into small, red-orange hips (fruit) that contain seeds, though propagation is commonly done via cuttings rather than seeds for this cultivar. During the fall, the plant prepares for dormancy by slowing growth and potentially shedding some leaves. Lastly, throughout winter, Rambler Rose is dormant, conserving energy to restart the cycle in the next growing season.
- Propogation
Propogation time
Spring to Summer
Propogation: Rosa 'Easlea's Golden Rambler', commonly known as the yellow rambler rose, is frequently propagated by hardwood cuttings. This method typically involves taking a cutting from the rose's mature stem during the dormant season, which is late fall to winter. The cutting should be about 6 to 8 inches long, and it is crucial to use a sharp, clean tool to make the cuts to prevent disease and ensure a healthy cutting. One end of the cutting is then dipped in rooting hormone to stimulate root growth and planted in a pot with well-draining soil, ensuring at least a couple of buds are above the soil surface. The potted cutting needs to be kept in a sheltered place like a cold frame or greenhouse with consistent moisture until roots have developed and it can be transplanted outdoors.