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Rosa nootkana

Nutka Rose

Plant photo of: Rosa nootkana
Information by: W-E plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer:

 

Description

This Oregon native is a broadleaf deciduous shrub that reaches 4-6' tall and wide. It has a stout yet erect habit, forming thickets. Leaves are gray-green. Watch out for thorns on stems. Single pink flowers appear in late spring through mid-summer. Leaves release spicy fragrance on warm days. Rose hips remain on plant during winter, eaten by birds. This plant does well in full or part sun with well-draining, dry or moist soil. Will tolerate occasional flooding and coastal conditions. Prune in early summer to rejuvenate plant. It may spread aggressively in some areas.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Winter

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Seascape, Water Garden, Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Park, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.