Species prairie rose
light-pink flowers with yellow filaments, brown anthers, green stems and leaves

prairie rose

Rosa setigera

Prairie rose (Rosa setigera), a deciduous shrub native to the United States, is a favored garden and landscaping plant. Standing at two to four feet in height, the prairie rose produces delicate and fragrant, pink to white flowers during early summer. Its bright green foliage turns a brilliant red to purple color in the fall. The prairie rose is very hardy and can tolerate a wide range of soil and light conditions. It is relatively pest and disease-free, making it a perfect choice for low-maintenance gardens. These roses will attract birds and pollinators to the garden and can also provide a burst of color to an otherwise bland landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Pink fading to whitish Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Soil:

Sandy Loamy Clay

Fruits:

red,yellow,purple,orange Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Prairie rose (Rosa setigera) need to be watered every 3-4 days during the summer months. During each watering, the plant should be given about 1/2-1 inch of water, or enough to moisten the top 6-10 inches of soil. Make sure to avoid runoff and water for at least 10 minutes to ensure the water reaches the plant's roots. During cooler months, you can reduce watering to every 1-2 weeks. It is very important to check the soil for moisture content before watering and only water when dry to avoid overwatering.

sunlight

Prairie rose plants (Rosa setigera) typically require 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. This sunlight should occur during the morning or early evening hours when the sun is not at its strongest. For best results, sites should receive full sun year-round and be exposed to direct light for at least 4 hours each day. Avoid hot, dry, and windy sites that can desiccate and scorch the foliage. The use of reflective surfaces, such as light-colored walls or white curtains, can help concentrate light in areas where it is limited.

pruning

Prairie rose plants (Rosa setigera) should be pruned lightly in the early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should only remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches, and should reduce the total shoot density by approximately 1-third of the plant's overall interior branches. Avoid pruning the plants after June 30th, as this can reduce flowering for the next blooming season.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Rosa setigera fruits typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Rosa setigera typically starts flowering in June.

Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Rosa setigera fruits typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.

Hardiness Map