Nootka Rose
Rosa Nutkana
Overview
The Nootka Rose (Rosa nutkana) is a Pacific Northwest native shrub bearing fragrant pink blooms spanning 2-3 inches across. It thrives in USDA zones 4-8, reaching 3-9 feet in height and spreading 3-6 feet. This hardy species enjoys full sun to partial shade and tolerates various soils. Its dense thicket growth and rose hips appeal to wildlife, while the thorns provide a natural barrier, ideal for hedging and wildlife gardens.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–9Type Shrub, VineClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 8–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub, Vine
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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