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Rosa californica - California Wild Rose

Market price from $12.25 to $30.50

Rosa californica is a perennial shrub popularly known as the California Wild Rose, celebrated for its plethora of attributes. This robust plant from the roses family stands a majestic 3 to 6 feet tall and spans an equally impressive spread. Its glossy, green leaves enhance the radiance of vibrant pink flowers that festoon the plant from late spring through early autumn, adding a delightful splash of color to any garden. Unfazed by drought, the California Wild Rose prefers moist, well-drained soil, showcasing its remarkable resilience and adaptability. Embracing both full sun and partial shade, the plant blooms with additional charm as the seasons progress, transforming its petal-laden branches into vibrant clusters of edible, apple-like rose hips, rich in vitamin C. With so much to offer, Rosa californica makes a visually stunning, resourceful, and versatile addition to landscapes and gardens alike.

  • Size: 3 to 6 feet tall with nearly equal spread
  • Flowers: Vibrant pink, blooming from late spring to early autumn
  • Foliage: Glossy, green deciduous leaves
  • Water usage: Low; prefers moist, well-drained soils
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Edible fruit: Produces small apple-like fruits known as 'rose hips,' rich in vitamin C
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