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Also Known As

  • Rosa pimpinellifolia

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Rosa spinosissima plant details

Rosa spinosissima is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa spinosissima

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa spinosissima

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: erosion
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?The only [rose] known to be native in Iceland? (Wyman); it makes a dense spreading mound 2-3' high and blooms profusely but with much variability; maroon-black hips. S/M

Gardening facts about Rosa spinosissima plant

How to Grow Rosa spinosissima

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Scientific Name: Rosa glauca var. rubrifolia

aka Rosa rubrifolia, Red Leaf Rose

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

2a-10b

Size

Height: 5'-8'

Width: 6'-9'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Rosa pomifera, Apple Rose

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • regular
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aka Baja Rose, Baja Wild Rose, Small-leafed Rose

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Cluster Rose, Swamp Rose

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 5'-10'

Width: 3'-10'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
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aka Western Wild Rose, Woods' Rose

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-7'

Width: 3'-7'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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