About Ash Wednesday Potted Climbing Rose

Rosa ‘Aschermittwoch’  Ash Wednesday

‘Ash Wednesday’ is a rare and quietly beautiful climbing rose, known for its unusual lavender-grey blooms that shift in tone with the light. Introduced by Kordes in 1955 under the original name ‘Aschermittwoch’, this rose brings a haunting, silvery quality to the garden, with elegant flowers that open in soft, romantic clusters. It’s especially beloved for its muted coloration, which pairs beautifully with cool-toned schemes, silvers, and purples. Moderate fragrance and repeat flowering make it a versatile choice for walls, trellises, and romantic mixed borders. 

Rose Type: Climber
Breeder: Kordes®
Color: Smoky lavender, grey-lilac
Vase Life: 4-6 days
Fragrance: Moderate
Bloom Form: Semi Double to Double
Petal Count: 25

Growth Type: Upright
Flowering: Repeat
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Hardiness Zones: 6b-9b

Root Stock: Own Root

Spacing: 4-6'
Height: 8-12'
Width: 4-6'

Disease Resistance: Generally Healthy

Regional Recommendations: Northwest, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Intermountain West, West Coast, Pacific Northwest