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Rosa woodsii

Also Known As

Western Wild Rose
Woods' Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-7'
W: 3'-7'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Rosa woodsii plant details

Rosa woodsii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa woodsii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 7 FT - wide, 3 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fall color, fragrant, showy hips

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa woodsii

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rosa woodsii is a native rose with many common names: Wood's, interior, common wild, mountain, pear-hip, and prairie rose. It forms a large bush up to about 4-6 feet or more high with lovely, single, mid to dark pink, fragrant flowers with yellow central stamens in late spring and early summer. They are followed by ornamental and edible rose hips in shades of orange-red. They are high in vitamin C and can be eaten by humans but are certainly popular with native birds and other wildlife. Flowers are pollinated by a wide range of native bees and butterflies. Plants are a larval host for many butterfly and moth species. Provides habitat for nesting birds. Tolerant of sun to shade. A Canadian native from BC and the Yukon to Quebec. Photo: Wikipedia.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This native rose is found growing from Alaska and Canada to the western and central United States. Single, fragrant flowers are variable in shades of pink and ripen into ornamental bright red hips. The medium-green leaves turn an excellent orange-red color in fall. These 6-9' tall prickly shrubs spread by suckers to form large clumps. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Wildlife lovers this rose is for you! Found throughout the Western & Central states, it's super easy-to-grow & will have the bees buzzing like mad when it's completely covered in, delicate pink, 2" fragrant blossoms, late-Spring through Summer. All sorts of creatures including birds, squirrels, coyotes & bears are big fans of the high protein, orangey-red rosehips in Fall & Winter, when food sources can be scarce. Growing up to 6.5' high & wide, it spreads via rhizomatous roots, making it a great option for erosion control. Prune back in late-Winter/early Spring to keep on the smaller side. Found in a wide variety of habitats including stream banks, mountain foothills, bluffs & even dry grassy locations, it's super versatile! Not too picky about anything, including freezing cold temps, CLAY & harsh weather.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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Gardening facts about Rosa woodsii plant

How to Grow Rosa woodsii

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty