Multiflora rambler
Seedling of Crimson rambler
One of the most well-known ramblers because of its multitude of small, semi double mauve flowers. Of course they are not blue but with some imagination it comes close. Nevertheless it's a very beautiful sight when in full bloom and rather unusual.
The little flowers stand in medium clusters and have a mild apple to Lilly of the valley fragrance.
Growth is vigorous with lots of twiggy canes and shoots. Rather easy to train this rambler can reach 7 meters or 21 feet. At its very best when it can cover a gazebo or small roof. So when it can grow horizontally covering a large structure it will reward you with quit a show. Of course you can also use it for pergola's, arches etc...
Veilchenblau can suffer from mildew when the spot is too windy are au contraire not windy enough. It's an old feature of many Multiflora Ramblers to be rather susceptible to mildew. Dorothy Perkins and Excelsa had it so bad they got replaced by mildew free clones. Super Dorothy and Super Excelsa replaced the old ones. They are an improved version.
A very hardy zone 5b to 9b rambler that can take shade.
If you love mauve in great quantities? This is the one for you!
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