Dog Rose

Product information "Dog Rose"

Commonly known as the dog rose, the flowers of this native wild rose are white to purplish pink. They appear either solitarily or in small clusters in early summer.  This arching deciduous shrub has   medium green foliage and long stems that are covered with small, sharp prickles. The rose hips are noted for their high vitamin C level and they can be used to make syrup, tea and marmalade. The growth height reaches up to 300 cm. This plant is noted for attracting wildlife and it can also be grown in semi-shade or no shade. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and tolerates strong winds, however not maritime exposure.

• Flowering Period June, July
• Ripeness/Harvest Period September
• Final height 2m to 3m
• Final width 60cm to 80cm
• Available February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
• Plant Type deciduous
• Fragrance slightly scented
• Use beds/borders, for wild gardens, as a hedge, for group plantings
• Hardiness hardy
• Soil heavy, moderately heavy, light, slightly alkaline, neutral, slightly acidic
• Location full sun
• Flower Colour pink, white
• Leaf Colour green
• Based on our experience in the variety tests but also in customer service, we have awarded this plant with the title “Lubera Easy Tip”. With this designation, we emphasise only those plants that according to our experience work (almost) everywhere; they are easy to grow and bear fruits or produce flowers quickly and without problems. These are plants that can be enjoyed immediately and without effort once planted.

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