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Meadow Rose
Rosa blanda, also known as the Meadow Rose, is native here, and throughout the prairies and meadows of the upper midwest. It blooms in clusters of pink and white single flowers (petal count: 5) with prominent yellow stamens beckoning a wide variety of polinators. And once bloom is over, the decorative red hips (seed pods) provide winter food for birds.
It won't surprise you to learn that like most natives, this is a vigorous, undemanding grower. In fact, it's hardy to Zone 3, - 35 degrees. And it's almost thornless...just some small prickles toward the base of older canes. It's also not fussy about soil, growing well in clay and sandy soils as well as garden loam. It even tolerates some shade and drought. A note of caution...it spreads by suckers, forming colonies, so give it room.
Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
May - June
Bloom Color:
Pink
White
Landscape Use:
Screen/Hedge
Specimen Plant
Groundcover
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Birds
Attracts Butterflies
Native to Midwest
Plant Type:
Shrub
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 6