Climbing Prairie Rose
Rosa Setigera
Overview
The Climbing Prairie Rose (Rosa setigera) is a deciduous climber, boasting fragrant pink blossoms that fade to white, spanning 2-3 inches across. This rose variety thrives in full sun to part shade, reaching heights of 6-15 feet with a 4-6 foot spread. It prefers well-drained soils and exhibits good disease resistance. Its late spring to early summer blooms and red fall hips attract wildlife, adding charm to trellises and fences.
Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 3–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 3–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 4–12 Ft.
- Mature width
- 4–6 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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