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Wild Rose

Rosa Californica 'Plena'

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Overview

The Rosa californica 'Plena', commonly known as the Wild California Rose, is a robust shrub reaching 3-6 feet in height and spreading up to 6 feet wide. Noted for its lush, double-petaled flowers with a pink hue, this rose blooms from late spring to fall, attracting pollinators. It thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions. Hardy and low-maintenance, it’s ideal for naturalistic landscapes.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–11Climate Mediterranean
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — commonly known as the Wild California Rose

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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Photos (102)

Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — Each rose is a delicate array of pink hues; the plant's flowering season extends into the fall, image 99
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — measuring 1 to 2 inches in length; and informal hedge settings, image 96
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — the Wild Rose bursts into a spectacular display of fragrant; while its pinnately compound leaves, image 98
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter; and informal hedge settings, image 100
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — ideal for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies; this rose blooms from late spring to fall, image 101
Wild Rose (Rosa Californica 'Plena') — The plant's flowering season extends into the fall; while its pinnately compound leaves, image 102

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