Dortmund

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1955 8 to 12 feet Our specimen of 'Dortmund' draws praise almost every day of its growing season. The large, single red blooms are recurrent, and each petal overlaps its neighbor, giving the impression of a delicate ruffle. With a white eye set off by brilliant yellow stamens, the flower alone is captivating. The foliage is equally exceptional with its large, glossy, dark green leaves. Also captivating are the thorns. While quite showy with their reddish hue on new growth, they can rudely interrupt the unwary. Plant this climber in a location where its vigorous canes won't intrude into walkways. Be prepared for spectacular displays. Please note: Depending on the variety, it's possible your climber can take longer to bloom than a regular shrub. The old garden saying is "first year they sleep, second year they creep, third year they leap". Some climbers can take a few years before they put on their first blooms, but we promise... it's well worth the wait! Please note: very thorny. Show more