Fourth of July rose was the 1999 AARS winner. It was the first climbing rose to receive this coveted award in over 23 years, after making it to the top through an unprecedented expanded 3-year trial period!  Large explosions of color cover this climbing rose, all season long. The foliage is a deep, glossy green and very disease resistant. This rose has a wonderful fragrance, so be sure to plant it in an area where you can enjoy the strong apple-rose scent all summer. With superb vigor and good hardiness, this rose is a complete package.