Rosa woodsii

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Woods Rose

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Native along streams in N. Mx, Az N into Canada at elevations 3500-10000'. Suckers freely forming dense thickets 3-5'. Is aggressive. Fast and long lived. Deciduous. Requires ample moisture to thrive. Performs well in light shade. Green compound leaves, small spines, fragrant pink flowers in spring. Birds are attracted by fruit.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall, Constant

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.