Scientific Name
Rosa carolina

Common Name
Carolina rose, Pasture rose

Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Habit: Deciduous
Exposure: Sun; well drained soil; drought tolerant
Height: 3 to 6'
Flower/Fruit: 2", single, rich rose pink, fragrant flowers in summer; red hips in fall
Comments: Hips attract birds; spreads by suckers; dull red fall foliage
Cultivars: Alba (white)
 

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