Photo of Rosa 'Robin Hood' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Rosa 'Robin Hood'

Also Known As

  • Mediterranean Musk Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

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Rosa 'Robin Hood' plant details

Rosa 'Robin Hood' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa 'Robin Hood'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa 'Robin Hood'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Hybrid musks? are vigorous shrubs known for nice foliage and large clusters of fragrant flowers over a long season; perfect for chain-link or picket fence the long branches of this 4-5 footer have clusters of single-cherry-red flowers. S/M

Gardening facts about Rosa 'Robin Hood' plant

How to Grow Rosa 'Robin Hood'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

2a-10b

Size

Height: 5'-8'

Width: 6'-9'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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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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