Multiflora rose typically starts flowering in April or May.
multiflora rose
Rosa multiflora
Despite the thorny exteriors, Rosa multiflora (aka Multiflora Rose) is a lovely plant species with blooms of white-to-pink that appear in the early summer. This widely distributed species can be found growing in hedgerows, thickets, and other disturbed habitats in Europe, Asia and North America. Its jagged leaves make it an excellent natural barrier to unwanted visitors and it is often used for erosion control and in landscaping. The arching stems can climb up to 3 m (10 ft) high and are covered with sharp thorns. The flowers are followed by clusters of small, bright red fruits which are attractive to birds and wildlife. Multiflora Rose is an incredibly tough species and a useful addition to any landscape.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
White to light pink Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,purple
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
High
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Multiflora rose should be watered deeply about every 7-10 days in the summer and every 2-3 weeks during cooler weather. To ensure deep watering, apply approximately 1-2 inches of water overtop the soil surface. Saturate the soil until it is moist 12-15 inches below the soil surface. Keep the ground around the plant free of weeds, to ensure efficient water utilization. Additionally, mulch the soil around the rose to preserve moisture.
sunlight
Multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora) plants thrive in direct sunlight at least 6 to 8 hours a day. They grow best in full sun, which is defined as 6 or more hours a day of direct sunlight. In order for the plants to bear flowers and stay full and lush, they should receive at least 6 hours of sunlight every day during their active growing season, which starts in mid-spring and ends in fall. Sunlight during the morning hours is best, as heat during the late afternoon may be too intense for Rosa multifloras. During the winter months, sunlight exposure should be limited due to the decreased hours of daylight and cooler temperatures.
pruning
Multiflora Rose should be pruned during late winter or early spring. The plant should be pruned to 8-10 feet tall, and it should be cut down to the ground to remove dead wood and diseased canes. Every 2 to 4 years, the canes should be thinned to 6-8 canes per plant for maintenance and to encourage a healthy new growth. Additionally, deadheading (removing spent flowers) should be done throughout the season to increase flower production.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
