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Why we like this plant
If you’re looking for a climber that brings rich colour without taking over, 'Laura Ford' is a top pick. Its vibrant yellow flowers and manageable size make it ideal for patios, balconies, or garden features like arches. Plus, it’s easy to grow, resistant to disease, and keeps flowering well into autumn—perfect if you want big colour from a small footprint.
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About this plant
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Key features
- Deep yellow flowers with soft orange tones
- Compact climber for smaller gardens
- Light fragrance
- Repeat flowering throughout the season
- Good disease resistance
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Eventual height and
spreadHeight: 180–240cm | Spread: 100–150cm
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Growth
habitGrows as a compact climber with upright canes, perfect for training on small garden supports.
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Moisture
Moist but well-drained
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Position in
the GardenBest positioned in a sunny, sheltered spot with a structure such as a trellis or obelisk for support.
Planting guide
Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot near a support structure. Enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure. Space away from walls to allow water access to roots, and tie in young shoots as they grow for even coverage.
Care tips
Feed in spring and again in midsummer with a balanced rose fertiliser to support flowering. Tie in stems regularly to direct growth and remove spent blooms to encourage new flushes. Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged wood. Water well during dry spells.
Winter care
In late winter, prune back side shoots to two or three buds and tie in main stems to maintain shape. Remove dead, weak, or damaged wood, and mulch the base to protect roots and retain moisture.