ROSA canina

Commonly known as Briar rose, Dog rose

Single, pale pink or white flowers. Prickly stems.
  • Deciduous
    Alternate leaves divided into 2-3 pairs of smaller, toothed leaflets
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    2m (6½ft)
  • Climber
    Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
    Climbs through shrubs using hooked spines for support
  • Hedge
    Ideal for hedging
  • Tall Shrub
    Vigorous, arching shrub. Produces 5-petalled flowers 5cm (2in) across with prominent, yellow stamens either solitary or in small clusters follwed by ovoid red fruit
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

ROSA canina

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Well known, native plant of wild hedges. Wildlife plant - flowers attract insects and birds eat the hips. A layer of hairs around the seeds can cause irritation to the mouth and digestive tract
    Place of origin
    Europe, northern Africa, southwestern Asia
  • Flower Shape
    Single
    Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a large shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
    Cottage garden
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Serrate
    		(see photos above)
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Toxic - Category C
    Fruits harmful if eaten
    People and pets.
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Bird friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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3m (10ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2m (6½ft)
  

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