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Apr 6, 2023 · iStock 528488684. (Image credit: Dimijana) By Stan V. Griep. last updated 6 April 2023. Wild roses tend to stir one's thoughts towards Medieval times of knights, kings, queens, princes, and princesses, as many of them date back well into our history. The botanical term for them is “Species Roses.”
- Stan V. Griep
- The Nootka Rose. botanical name Rosa nutkana. height 5’-10’ hardiness zones 3-10. First recorded in the Nootka Sound of Vancouver Island, Rosa nutkana, or the ‘Nootka Rose,’ is native from Northern New Mexico to Alaska.
- Wood’s Rose. botanical name Rosa woodsii. height 4’– 6’ hardiness zones 2-8. ‘Wood’s Rose’ is a lovely large shrub native to the western United States and Canada.
- ‘Climbing Prairie Rose’ botanical name Rosa setigera. height 4’-15’ hardiness zones 3-9.
- ‘Arctic Rose’ botanical name Rosa acicularis. height 3’-7’ hardiness zones 2-9. The ‘Arctic Rose,’ also called “Prickly Wild Rose,” grows wild in Canada, Alaska, and the Northern Great Plains.
- Alpine Dog Rose
- Apothecary Rose
- Chinese Golden Rose
- Cinnamon Rose
- Dog Rose
- Dune Rose
- Gloss Rose
- Japanese Rose
- Magnificent Rose
- Mandarin Rose
The alpine dog rose has many names, including the mountain rose and hanging fruit rose. It’s a compact shrub that can grow more than 6 feet tall with straight, bristle-like spines. It has an extended flowering season starting in early May and extending until late July.
The apothecary rose typically has dark pink flowers with a yellow center. It’s a popular ingredient in potpourri and is an attractive addition to the yard. It flowers once in the spring and usually grows to 3 or 4 feet tall. It gets its name from its medicinal properties because it’s high in vitamin C and other nutrients that can help heal certain ...
The Chinese golden rose is one of the few yellow wild roses. It can grow to almost 6 feet tall but doesn’t do well in cold temperatures, so you might need to take steps to protect it during a frost.
The cinnamon rose is easy to find in the Northeastern United States, and it enjoys growing in meadows and fields where it will receive plenty of sunlight. It produces brightly colored flowers with smooth stems.
The dog rose is an aggressive grower, so some people might consider it invasive. It can climb or remain a shrub, and it has a long history that dates back to Hippocrates. It gets its name from an ancient belief that the flower could cure the bite of a mad dog.
The dune rose is so named because it likes to grow on the dunes of the North Sea coast, and it can tolerate salty air and water better than many other species. It can also tolerate extremely high altitudes better than many other varieties. The flowers are pink, red, and yellow, and they begin to blossom in mid-May.
The gloss rose is similar to other varieties with red leaves and a yellow center. However, the yellow in the center may be dim or nonexistent in this species, with only the red, pink, or white showing.
As the name suggests, the Japanese rose is native to Japan, Russia, China, and Korea. It can grow up to 6 feet tall and enjoys moist, slightly acidic soil. Plant it in full sun for more flowers and better disease resistance. It’s a hardy plant perfect for the Northern United States, where it can get quite cold.
The magnificent rose is a smaller variety that is especially useful in hanging baskets. It has large green leaves, and the flowers droop down and point at the ground. Related Read: 23 Roses That Grow in Shade (With Pictures)
The mandarin rose is a Chinese native plant with blood-red flowers. It’s a hardy breed that can grow to more than 6 feet tall, and it enjoys plenty of sunlight. It has a strong honey fragrance when it first blooms in early June, which many people enjoy.
Sep 7, 2012 · Learn about the different types of wild roses that grow in North America, their characteristics, habitats, and uses. Find out how to distinguish native roses from introduced species that have naturalized into the landscape.
Jun 5, 2018 · Along with about 18 other wild roses native to North America, it’s part of perhaps one of the world’s most important gene pools for rose gardeners and hybridizers. Among our wild roses are repeat-bloomers, climbers, dwarfs, groundcovers, and cabbage roses — types that are carefree in virtually any landscape, from bayou swamp to arctic tundra.
Jun 24, 2023 · Learn about eight native wild rose species that grow in different regions and climates of North America. Find out how to identify, cultivate, and enjoy these hardy and beautiful plants.
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Feb 21, 2018 · Learn about the diverse and hardy native roses that grow in North America, from climbing to shrub to ground cover forms. Discover their history, fragrance, beauty, and uses in the garden and beyond.
