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Rosa primula

Also Known As

  • Incense Rose
  • Primrose Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

    planting zones

    • 4b-10a

    Rosa primula plant details

    Rosa primula is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa primula

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: fragrant, fragrant foliage

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa primula

    USDA Zones: 4b - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The dark,glossy foliage of this medium-size arching shrub emits a strong incense-like odor when crushed; one of the earliest roses to bloom, its 1-2" yellow flowers are fragrant and followed by small red hips in summer. S/M

    Gardening facts about Rosa primula plant

    How to Grow Rosa primula

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional
    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    Features

    • Flower Color

      • cream
      • yellow
    • Foliage Color

      • green
    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
    • Fruit

      • red
    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring
    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
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