About

A wild species rose from Central Asia with arching, prickly stems to about 2m, neat pinnate leaves and clusters of small, white to pale pink, single, five-petalled flowers in early summer, followed by small, round, red hips. A graceful and ornamental wild rose for a sunny, well-drained border or informal hedge.

About the genus

A genus of flowering perennials, mainly propagated as ground cover with tall, fleshy stems and yellow-green flowers, sometimes tinged with red

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.