Family: Rosaceae |
Irrigation: In general most California native plants do not require summer watering even if they look dried up. It can also promote pest and disease problems because of the hot moist soil. Some can tolerate extra watering in fall and spring when there has been little |
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Origin: California |
Landscape Value: This is a good wildlife garden plant. It is easier to take care of than the European and Asian varieties. It forms thickets that can be used as a barrier plant, or pruned to be an effective hedge (Bornstein, 2005). |
Life History: VARIETY NOT IN SUNSET |
Propagation: It can be propagated by seed that is stratified or by cuttings in winter. |
Climate/Zone: Found in stream banks and in areas with seasonal moisture, and part of many plant communities below 6000 ft. Jepson Manual zones 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, and extra irrigation in zones 2, 7-10, 14, 18-24. |
Ethnobotanical Value: n/a |
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade |
Blooming Season: n/a |
Edible Part:
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Fruiting Season: n/a |
Care Instructions:
The native rose has the same disease problems as the common roses like mildew and rust. Also has possible aphid problems, but can be taken care of with insecticidal soaps or high pressured watering. They should be pruned back to the ground in late summer
