Love Knot

Climbing rose

CHEwglorious – Christopher H. Warner

The petals are velvety and richly deep red in tone, with a subtle play of light. - climber, climbing rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - discreet, slightly sweet character

– Compact Miniature climber for smaller spaces
– Rich crimson-red blooms with velvety petals
– Reliable repeat flowering through the season
– Good self-cleaning, minimal deadheading needed
– Award-winning performance: RHS AGM climber
– Special feature: Romantic “Love Knot” symbolism for arches, pergolas and wedding settings.

Exclusive, space-defining – specialty

pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted rose cutting

29,49 £

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Love Knot Climbing rose CHEWglorious – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted cutting

Climbing own-root pharmaROSA® NEONATAL material of Love Knot provides a reliably compact yet space-making vertical feature for pergolas, posts and fences, with remontant crimson clusters that support an exclusive, space-defining specialty offer. The trained, staked 3–5-cane form integrates cleanly into nursery propagation beds and 5–7 L climber programmes, while own-root longevity underpins wholesale stock for dedicated thematic and collection plantings. Its medium-maintenance, self-cleaning habit and medium disease profile suit UK nursery networks targeting consistent exhibition-quality clusters for retail/reseller channels, and the award-backed pedigree (including RHS AGM) supports premium silver positioning. With H7 hardiness and performance aligned to cooler UK regions where winter and wind tolerance are priorities, the variety’s versatile height and ornamental hips help deliver stable, repeatable climber production on an own-root base that builds from roots in year one, structural framework in year two, and full ornamental effect from year three onwards.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
Trained climber in 5–7 L containers	Love Knot’s climbing framework and 5.9–8.5 ft potential adapt well to the recommended trained climber finished-product route in 5–7 L pots, giving a controlled, compact vertical unit that ships efficiently. Own-root form supports renewable growth and long-term structural stability, important for nursery propagation beds feeding retail/reseller climber lines positioned as exclusive, space-defining vertical features for pergolas, posts and walls. For professional nursery climber programmes
Vertical feature for pergolas, fences and walls	The moderate spread (60–100 cm) and focused vertical habit make this cultivar suitable for posts, pergolas and narrow fence lines where a defined column of colour is preferred. The staked, pre-trained 3–5-cane NEONATAL material shortens your training time to structure, aligning with production systems serving thematic rose gardens and collection projects that expect a distinctive vertical garden feature. For project-led and public-realm suppliers
Exhibition-style miniature climbing rose range	The small to medium, semi-double cluster-flowered heads create an exhibition miniature climbing profile that supports a differentiated range segment. In a trained climber 5–7 L line, this allows you to position a compact, show-oriented red climber as an exclusive, space-defining SKU within a broader retail/reseller assortment, backed by own-root uniformity across propagation beds and container blocks. For specialist exhibition-oriented nurseries
Premium red vertical accent in thematic collections	The intense, well-retained crimson to wine-red colour with velvety petals delivers a strong accent for colour-themed collections and dedicated rose gardens. Using tray-rooted, staked NEONATAL material, growers can build consistent batches for pergola, fence or wall concepts where vertical garden feature and distinctive habit are core promises to end customers. This supports private-label and curated retail/reseller ranges seeking clearly defined red climbers. For brand-building retail partners
Award-backed signature climber in premium lines	RHS Award of Garden Merit and Best Climber trial recognition provide a credible, trade-relevant quality signal when building premium silver or higher branded climber lines. Propagating on own roots in nursery beds and moving into 5–7 L trained stock allows you to leverage this pedigree as an exclusive, space-defining specialty within vertical feature assortments for discerning retail/reseller customers. For quality-focused wholesale catalogues
Medium-maintenance vertical solutions for networks	Medium disease resistance and maintenance needs, combined with good self-cleaning, make planning crop protection and grooming workloads more predictable across nursery networks. When grown as a trained climber in 5–7 L containers, this supports scalable production for pergola/fence/wall uses in public-realm and institutional projects, particularly in cooler, wind-exposed northern regions where reliable winter performance is valued. For integrators and multi-site operations
Own-root stock for long-term vertical structures	As an own-root climber, Love Knot regenerates well from the base, supporting long lifespan and stable stands on pergolas and walls, with reduced replacement risk. NEONATAL material can serve both as propagation base and as a route to trained climber finished product, underpinning long-term vertical garden feature plantings and collection schemes where distinctive habit and identity stability are critical for retail/reseller reputations. For long-horizon collection and maintenance programmes
Ornamental-hip interest in collection plantings	The occasional, small spherical red hips add late-season ornamental interest that enhances thematic and collection plantings without complicating maintenance. Integrating this trait into trained 5–7 L climber production gives retailers and resellers an additional talking point for exclusive, space-defining vertical features, while nurseries benefit from predictable, own-root structure that remains commercially attractive into autumn. For rose collections and show-garden suppliers

Finished-product ideas

5–7 L trained climber for pergola posts – Staked, 3–5-cane plants with compact spread and strong vertical habit, offered as an exclusive, space-defining pergola/post solution in retail climber benches – target: premium garden-centre and reseller networks.
Exhibition miniature climber bench line – Container-grown 5–7 L stock highlighting cluster-flowered, semi-double crimson blooms and RHS-recognised pedigree, positioned as a specialist exhibition miniature climbing rose – target: enthusiast-focused retail partners.
Project-spec vertical accent series – Own-root trained climbers standardised in 5–7 L pots for pergolas and walls, leveraging medium maintenance, self-cleaning habit and long-term structural stability – target: public-realm and institutional project suppliers.
Collection-grade red feature climber – NEONATAL-based propagation feeding a curated red climber SKU with ornamental hips and reliable colour retention for thematic rose gardens and show collections – target: nurseries building collection and heritage assortments.
Private-label premium climber concept – Award-backed, premium silver-rated Love Knot packaged as a branded, space-defining vertical garden feature in 5–7 L containers, underscoring own-root longevity and predictable performance – target: large retail chains and private-label programmes.

Technical cultivar profile

Parameter	Data
Name and registration	Miniature climbing rose in the climbing rose collection; registered as CHEWglorious, traded as Love Knot Climbing rose CHEWglorious, with ARS exhibition name Love Knot for show use.
Origin and breeding	Bred by Christopher H. Warner in Shropshire, United Kingdom from ‘Laura Ford’ × ‘Ingrid Bergman’; registered 1999 and introduced 2000 via Warner’s Roses UK and Tasman Bay Roses Ltd. New Zealand.
Awards and recognition	Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit since 2012 and received Best Climber at the Hamilton New Zealand Rose Trial Station in 2014, underpinning its suitability for quality-focused ranges.
Growth and structural characteristics	Climbing habit with 180–260 cm height and 60–100 cm spread, moderately dense mid-green glossy foliage and slightly thorny shoots; good self-cleaning as most spent blooms drop naturally from the framework.
Flower morphology	Semi-double, cup-shaped flowers with 13–25 petals in medium-sized, cluster-flowered heads; remontant, giving plentiful second flushes that maintain decorative impact on vertical supports through the season.
Colour data and phenology	Rich red colour with ARS code mr and RHS 53A outer, 53B inner; buds ruby with dark tips, opening scarlet then deepening to wine-red, with velvety petals that hold colour well and fade only slightly in strong sun.
Fragrance and aroma	Fragrance is very weak and barely noticeable, with only a discreet, slightly sweet note; flower form and petal count limit stamen access, so pollinator visitation is partial and generally modest in intensity.
Hip characteristics	Occasionally forms small, 6–10 mm spherical red hips with ornamental value, adding a light autumn accent to collection and display plantings without significantly affecting overall flowering performance.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Hardy to around −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3) with medium resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; average drought tolerance, needing regular watering during summer heat in production.
Horticultural recommendations	Recommended as a trained climber for pergolas, fences, walls and posts, supplied staked with 3–5 main canes in 5–7 L containers; maintenance and plant protection needs are medium and occasionally necessary.

Love Knot Climbing rose CHEWglorious offers a compact, award-backed climbing framework with durable crimson display and occasional hips on predictable, regenerative own-root stock, making it a sound option to discuss for capacity planning and climber scheduling.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: LOVE KNOT – red climbing rose - Warner

Product Type: pharmaROSA® NEONATAL - rooted rose cutting

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:05.03.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: premium silver

Item Number: [729] 20-245 (14.02.2026) pharmarosaneonatal.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The term "Love Knot" refers to the love knot, a symbol of fidelity and eternal love.

Cultivar Synonym: CHEWglorious

Registered Cultivar Name: CHEWglorious

Original Trade Name: Love Knot

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: Love Knot Climbing rose CHEWglorious

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: Love Knot

Rose Group: Miniature, Climber

Commercial Type: climber, climbing rose

Commercial Group: Climbing rose

Exhibition Category: exhibition miniature climbing rose / cut flower (small-flowered clusters)

Collection: Climbing rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Warner’s Roses (United Kingdom); Tasman Bay Roses Ltd. (New Zealand)

Introduction Year: 2000 (United Kingdom)

Registration Year: 1999

Breeder: Christopher H. Warner

Breeding Company / Institution: Warner’s Roses (Shropshire, United Kingdom)

Breeding Year: United Kingdom, 1999

Parentage: ‘Laura Ford’ × ‘Ingrid Bergman’

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: RHS Award of Garden Merit (2012)

Competition and Show Awards: RHS Award of Garden Merit (2012); Hamilton New Zealand Rose Trial Station – Best Climber award (2014)

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 5.9-8.5ft (180-260 cm)

Spread: 2-3.3ft (60-100 cm)

Growth Habit: climbing

Foliage: The variety has moderately dense foliage; its leaves have a glossy surface and a mid-green shade.

Prickliness: slightly thorny

Self-Cleaning Description: Most spent blooms fall off naturally.

Self-Cleaning Intensity: Self-cleaning: good.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25

Flower Fullness: semi-double

Flower Shape: cup

Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in)

Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered

Colour Code: ARS code: mr RHS code: 53A (outer), 53B (inner)

Repeat Flowering: It is remontant, with a plentiful second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: red

Flower Colour Description: The petals are velvety and richly deep red in tone, with a subtle play of light.

Closed Bud: Dark ruby red with a delicate black-edged shading at the tip.

Newly Opened Flower: Bright scarlet red on the outer surface, slightly lighter on the inner side with a rose-red tone.

Full Bloom: Uniform, intense crimson red, with a soft, glossy shimmer appearing towards the edges of the petals.

Before Fading: The red tone deepens to wine-red, with a matte raspberry-red colouring in the centre.

Colour Fading Description: In strong sunlight it only lightens slightly; its colour is generally well retained.

Colour Retention Level: moderate

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: very weak, barely noticeable scented rose

Fragrance Character: discreet, slightly sweet character

Pollinator Attraction: Double (26–39 petals) fragrant flowers with reduced stamen accessibility attract pollinators only to a limited extent.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Its semi-double flowers are only visited to a limited extent by pollinators, so it can at best be considered a partially pollinator-friendly variety.

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 6-10 mm

Hip Shape: spherical

Hip Colour: red

Hip Comment: Occasionally produced, 6–10 mm in diameter, spherical red rose hips with ornamental value.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C

RHS Hardiness Rating: H7

Swedish Hardiness Zone: Zon 3

USDA Hardiness Zone: 6b

Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Average drought tolerance. Requires regular watering during summer heat.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: moderate

Disease Resistance: medium

powdery mildew – medium
black spot – medium
rust – medium

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended product path: Trained climber finished product

Recommended target pot: 5–7 L

Release form: Staked, trained (3–5 main canes)

Recommended use: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires plant protection.

Primary Uses: pergola, fence, wall, post

Comments

Positioning: Exclusive, space-defining – specialty

Target customer/channel: Retail / reseller

Main value proposition: Vertical garden feature, distinctive habit

The petals are velvety and richly deep red in tone, with a subtle play of light. - climber, climbing rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - discreet, slightly sweet character

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Inflorescence: cluster-flowered Height: 5.9-8.5ft (180-260 cm) Flower shape: cup Winter hardiness: 5a red - Warner’s Roses (United Kingdom); Tasman Bay Roses Ltd. (New Zealand) climber, climbing rose - Flower size: M (1,5-2,75 in) Flower size: M (1,5-2,75 in) - Height: 5.9-8.5ft (180-260 cm) Height: 5.9-8.5ft (180-260 cm) - Flower fullness: semi-double Love Knot - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Neonatal - premium silver Christopher H. Warner

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PharmaRosa® NEONATAL is the cost‑effective starting point for rose product production.

As a uniform, own‑rooted propagation material, it provides a stable basis for further growing-on and can be integrated flexibly into different finished product production technologies.
Rooted in trays (rooted), 3–6‑month‑old, own‑rooted rose cutting.
Uniform developmental stage, with a root system that has thoroughly penetrated the plug.
For professional growing‑on.
Tray packaging: 10 pcs/tray.
Quality and varietal identity: production supported by a dedicated identification and traceability logic.
Can be transplanted during frost‑free periods, designed for finished product production.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL provides a controlled, uniform starting stock for planned growing‑on that can be integrated into your own technology – especially where scheduling and varietal identity are paramount.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug, with a root system penetrating the plug (semi-finished product / semi-finished rose). PharmaRosa® NEONATAL rose propagation material size: 3–6‑month‑old, own-rooted cutting with a uniform developmental stage. PharmaRosa® NEONATAL tray stock: own-rooted rose propagation material in trays, uniform developmental stage (10 pcs/tray).

Captions (from left to right): Semi-finished product (NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug with a fully developed root system) • Size demonstration (3–6‑month‑old, uniform cutting) • Root system detail (plug penetrated by the root system) • Tray stock (10 pcs/tray, uniform developmental stage)