Thanks roseberri. I played it safe and planted New Dawn and Zephirine Drouhin on my large arbor out back(south side). I expect New Dawn to take off...not sure how quickly Zephirine will go, but it is a fairly large rose already and I didn't have much of a choice as it goes right by the walkway now that I have them both in the ground and can see how they sit. Both are blooming and doing fine though. Red and White Eden are still in pots. Regular Eden was sold out at the nursery. I feel like Red and White Eden are somewhat of a risk being relatively new plants(circa 2004) and hearing less about them, but I'll be quite happy if it works out. The spot I am putting them in is on the north side of the house, but far enough in front of the house that Red and White Eden will probably get more sun than any rose I currently have planted. You mentioned Eden would work for smaller settings, so I am only building a small 4'wide x 7'tall simple arbor for out front(haha just to make room for them). Something simple and just to walk through although with such a small yard it will probably become a focal point. If you are familar with Victorian Village in Columbus roseberri, then you can grasp the size of my small area. I'll have to keep everybody updated on how Red and White Eden do as Red isn't even an "Eden" genetically, and I believe White is a sibling of Eden. Both relatively new and I might wrap the whole arbor and roses with burlap this winter. Hard saying right now. I just want the arbor thrown up and the roses in the ground already! Can't wait.

A southwestern exposure in GA will be very difficult for most rhododendrons unless you are high in the mountains. The best possibility is probably one from the Southgate series or another variety with rhododendron hyperythrum as a parent. It would also be a good idea to check with local nurseries, your County Extension Service or state agriculture department for their input.

Thanks for the link! I glazed over this late last night & noticed more options for me when I took a closer look this morning; I wouldn't have had you not shared this with me!

Hi Deidre, Here is a link to an older discussion about climbing roses. New Dawn and Clotilde Soupert climbing rose are good choices according to this thread. http://forums.gardenweb.com/discussions/2144699/what-are-good-climbing-roses-for-beginners