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Also Known As

Bristly Rose
Nootka Rose
Wild Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-10'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rosa nutkana plant details

Rosa nutkana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa nutkana

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa nutkana

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The strikingly handsome flowers of this variable 3-6' thicket forming shrub may be as much as 3 1/2" across and range from pale-pink to deep-rose. The pretty single roses are followed by are followed by bright-red hips, the hips are edible and said to be tastier when bletted. This rose is native to the pastures, woodlands, prairies and meadows of much of the American west, from Alaska to the Rockies. This species was used by several Native American tribes for food, art and medicine. It is the larval host of the mourning cloak and grey hairstreak butterflies. Its dense root system makes it a fine choice for erosion control. S-PSh/M-D

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American wild rose, native to both sides of the Cascades, from Alaska to California. Single pink flowers that possesses a pleasing rose aroma. Tolerant of wet sites.