Scientific Name
Rosa palustris

Common Name
Swamp rose

Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Habit: Deciduous
Exposure: Sun; moist to wet soil
Height: 4 to 6'
Flower/Fruit: 2" dark rose pink fragrant flowers in summer; red hips in fall
Comments: Hips attract birds; thorny, arching canes; salt tolerant; needs constant moisture
Cultivars: Carolina Rose (thornless; double; more fragrant)
 

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