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California Wild Rose

Rosa Californica

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Overview

Rosa californica, or California Wild Rose, is a deciduous shrub with fragrant pink blossoms spanning 2 inches across. It thrives in USDA zones 6-9, reaches 3-6 feet in height, and spreads 3-6 feet wide. Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to partial shade. This native rose's prickly stems and lush foliage provide habitat for wildlife, while hips offer winter interest and are valuable for birds.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–11Climate Mediterranean
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — is a deciduous shrub with fragrant pink blossoms spanning 2 inches across
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — It thrives in USDA zones 6-9, reaches 3-6 feet in height, and spreads 3-6 feet wideCalifornia Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — is a deciduous shrub with fragrant pink blossoms spanning 2 inches acrossCalifornia Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — This native rose's prickly stems and lush foliage provide habitat for wildlifeCalifornia Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — while hips offer winter interest and are valuable for birdsCalifornia Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — commonly referred to as the California Wild RoseCalifornia Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — is an esteemed addition to any landscape seeking to imbue a touch of native elegance and resilience+30

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to partial shade
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — It thrives in USDA zones 6-9, reaches 3-6 feet in height, and spreads 3-6 feet wide
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — is a deciduous shrub with fragrant pink blossoms spanning 2 inches across
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — This native rose's prickly stems and lush foliage provide habitat for wildlife
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — while hips offer winter interest and are valuable for birds
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — commonly referred to as the California Wild Rose
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — is an esteemed addition to any landscape seeking to imbue a touch of native elegance and resilience
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — fragrant blossoms that grace the plant from late spring to early summer
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — California Wild Rose creates a naturalistic and informal hedge or border
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — deciduous shrub typically flourishes in the sunny environs of USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — each spanning approximately 2 inches in diameter
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.<br><br>Post-bloom
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — flaunt a soft pink hue with a distinctive yellow center
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — the plant bears small red hips
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — which persist into the winter and provide a food source for local fauna
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — around 0.5 to 1 inch in diameter
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — and adaptable to various soil types
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — though appreciative of occasional watering during prolonged dry spells
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — Rosa californica is drought-tolerant
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — shrub / vine with pink blooms
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — shrub / vine for full or half or shade
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — is a deciduous shrub with fragrant pink blossoms spanning 2 inches across; this native rose's prickly stems and lush
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — provided they are well-drained
California Wild Rose (Rosa Californica) — Pruning can be conducted after flowering to maintain shape and promote vigorous growth

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