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Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa'

Also Known As

  • Rosa 'Old Pink Moss'
  • Rosa centifolia mucosa
  • Common Pink Moss
  • Old Pink Moss

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa' plant details

Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic and alkaline soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic and alkaline

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clear-pink, wonderfully-fragrant globes of petals open to many-petalled flat saucers in summer on this graceful 4' x 4' old favorite. S/M

Gardening facts about Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa' plant

How to Grow Rosa x centifolia 'Muscosa'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • alkaline

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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