Climbing reblooming rose floribunda Rumba (Rumba)

Rose floribunda Rumba is a re-blooming crop used for growing in warm climates. The plant forms large two-color buds; there are no thorns on the shoots. A climbing variety of compact size is suitable for vertical gardening of verandas, garden gazebos, and creating arched structures. The climbing floribunda Rumba is often found in gardens in the Southern regions.

History of selection

The climbing rose Rumba was created in 1972 by Danish breeder E. Poulsen

The basis was taken from a multi-flowered (polyanthus) variety and several tea varieties with brightly colored buds. The Rumba rose is classified as a floribunda due to its repeat flowering cycle and relatively short stature for a climbing variety.

Description and characteristics of the climbing rose floribunda variety Rumba

Floribunda variety Rumba is characterized by a long-term biological cycle. The rose grows slowly, forming single buds in the third season after planting. The climbing variety reaches its final growth point in the fifth year of growing season.From this age, abundant flowering begins and continues for 15 years without replanting.

The climbing floribunda Rumba has a low frost resistance. Growing roses is possible only in climate zones 6–9. If the winter temperature drops below -20 ⁰C, the plant dies even with good insulation.

When the plant enters the dormant phase, it is placed in a greenhouse or on a heated veranda, and in the spring it is taken out to the site.

The climbing rose floribunda has average drought tolerance. Rumba cannot go without watering for a long time, but does not tolerate waterlogged soil. It responds negatively to high humidity at low temperatures, flowers lose shape and color.

The climbing rose grandiflora Rumba is heat-loving, so floribunda is placed in an open area. This is one of the few varieties that is not afraid of direct sunlight throughout the day. There are no burns on the leaves, the flowers do not fade, so there is no need to provide Rumba with periodic shading.

Full vegetation of the climbing rose floribunda is possible only on light, fertile soils with good drainage. The climbing rose does not tolerate close proximity to groundwater or lowlands. The size of flowers, their number and brightness of color depend on the acid-base reaction of the soil. Floribunda Rumba fully develops only on neutral soils.

The Rumba variety is distinguished by repeated budding. The first flowering cycle occurs on perennial shoots.The flowers do not bloom at the same time; the process begins in June. The second wave of flowering occurs on the shoots of the current season, the period lasts from July to September. In the subtropical zone, the repeat-blooming climbing rose Rumba can produce third-wave buds in September, but they are sporadic and open one after the other.

Description of floribunda Rumba:

1. The climbing rose grows in height from 60 cm to 1.5 m, width - within 50 cm. The lashes are straight, without thorns, dark green.
   
2. The foliage is dense with an emerald tint. The leaf blades are round, pointed at the top, glossy.
3. The buds are collected in racemose inflorescences of 5–7 pieces. The flowers are densely double, their diameter is 3–6 cm. The buds are yellow, the lower petals when blooming become light burgundy, then dark scarlet at the edges, the core remains sandy.
   
4. Climbing rose has a subtle but persistent aroma.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Rumba is a popular variety; it compares favorably with other varieties of floribunda with its exotic two-tone color. The main advantages of roses:

• compactness of the bush;
• absence of thorns;
• does not fade in the sun;
• can be grown in a portable container;
• long flowering period;
• decorativeness;
• high stress resistance;
• pronounced aroma.

Climbing floribunda has the following disadvantages:

• does not tolerate high air and soil humidity;
• average drought resistance. The culture needs frequent watering;
• low frost resistance does not allow the plant to be grown in regions with cold winters.

Reproduction methods

The climbing rose is created from several varieties, so it is not possible to get the plant from seeds. Rumba will grow up, but will not inherit her mother's qualities.

Climbing floribunda can be propagated by layering. This method is suitable for regions with warm climates. Vegetative buds take root weakly. At the slightest drop in temperature or lack of moisture, the root threads die.

Cuttings are taken from last year's shoots. The entire lash is divided into sections 12 cm long. The top is cut straight, the lower part at an angle. Harvesting is carried out before budding or after the first wave of floribunda flowering, so that the material has time to take root before autumn.

If there is a lot of planting material, you can make a mother plant under arches with a stretched film. Cover a small number of cuttings with cut plastic bottles. The material is treated with an antifungal agent and the lower part is placed in the soil, deepened by 5–6 cm. Watering and air circulation are provided constantly. They are insulated for the winter; in the spring, two-year-old seedlings are placed on the site. In two seasons, the climbing Rumba will bloom.

Leave 2–3 top leaves on the cuttings, as the rose needs them for photosynthesis

Planting and caring for floribunda rose Rumba

Climbing roses are planted on the site in the spring. If the material is grown from cuttings independently, then wait until the temperature reaches above zero. Planting will begin approximately at the end of April. If a seedling with a closed root system is purchased from a nursery, it can be planted at any warm time of the year. The bush is first left outdoors for several days to adapt. Replant together with a lump of earth. The climbing Rumba tolerates the procedure calmly and takes root easily. The autumn period is also suitable for transplantation (1.5 months before frost).

Planting algorithm:

1. The place under the climbing rose is dug up, organic matter and complex mineral fertilizer are added.
2. Dig a hole, taking into account the length of the root and add 15 cm for drainage and fertile soil.
3. Soil is poured at the bottom and a hill is made.
4. Place the seedling, lightly cover it and water it so that there are no air pockets left.
5. Fill the hole with soil, deepen the root collar by 5 cm. Water.

The root circle is mulched with humus mixed with peat. Climbing floribunda grows only near a support, so after work a structure is installed to which the lashes are eventually fixed in any direction. The bush is quite compact, so wide trellises are not needed. For a Rumba rose, a column no more than 1.5 m high is sufficient.

Agricultural technology of floribunda Rumba:

1. Watering is carried out as the top layer of soil dries. The soil should be constantly moist, but without stagnant water. During the rainy season, additional watering is not required.
2. Soil aeration is important for a young rose. Loosening should be shallow so as not to damage the root system, but regular. During the procedure, weeds are removed.
3. The climbing floribunda Rumba does not need fertilizing during the planting season; it only needs a nutrient mixture and organic mulch. Starting next year, nitrogen and potassium are added in the spring and phosphate in the summer. In autumn, complex mineral fertilizer and compost in the form of mulch are used.
4. Pruning is carried out in the third year of growth. In autumn, weak shoots growing inwards are removed. If necessary, thin out the bush. In the spring, frozen lashes are removed. During the cycle, fading flowers are cut off.

When the climbing Rumba enters a dormant period, water-recharging irrigation is carried out, hilled up and covered with a layer of mulch.In cold areas, remove the stems from the support, fix them on the surface of the soil and cover them with leaves or sawdust.

Pests and diseases

Climbing Rumba does not tolerate temperature changes. If the air humidity is too high, the plant is affected by black spot. At the beginning of the growing season, prophylaxis with any copper-containing preparation is necessary. If a rusty coating appears on the leaves, treat with Hom.

With insufficient nutrition and watering, the climbing floribunda is affected by powdery mildew; treatment is carried out with Fitosporin-K.

In terms of pests, Rumba is no different from other varieties. When insects spread massively on a climbing floribunda, the following is detected:

• aphids, in this case “Confidor” is effective;
• leaf roller, use “Iskra”;
• gall or spider mites, Agravertin is used to combat them.

At the beginning of the season, when the leaves bloom, Rumba is treated with colloidal sulfur.

Application in landscape design

Rose Rumba is grown near a support. Climbing floribunda is a good option for vertical gardening in the garden and garden. The variety most often used:

1. As a color accent in the foreground of a conifer hedge.
   
2. Combine with other varieties of climbing roses to decorate a fence.
   
3. Solo for lawn decoration.
   
4. Decorate the walls of the building.
   
5. Create arched structures.
   
6. The climbing variety is grown on decorative trellises for lining large trees.
   
7. Recreation areas are decorated.
   

Rumba is suitable for any composition that includes medium-sized climbing roses.

Conclusion

Rose floribunda Rumba is a hybrid variety, distinguished by its two-tone flower color and compact crown. The perennial plant is characterized by abundant flowering.The crop has a low frost resistance, so it is used for growing in warm climates.

Reviews with photos about the climbing rose floribunda Rumba

Valeria Novikova, 42 years old, Stavropol region

Climbing Rumba has been in my garden for more than six years. The plant is bright, the flowers are large, the bush is completely covered with buds. The coloring is completely different, which gives the rose additional charm. The crown is dense and compact. I planted a climbing floribunda near a post and tied up the vines as it grew, creating a rather attractive structure.

Taisiya Lisina, 37 years old, Rostov region

Rose Rumba was grown on a trunk. She is already over eight years old. I doubted that a climbing variety could be formed in this way. I saw several options from neighbors in the area and decided to experiment with Rumba. The rose has become the pride of the site, the buds are large, it blooms all season, the height is about 2 m. For the first 5 years I tied the trunk to a support, now there is no need for fixation, the plant is quite stable.

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