Scientific Name
Rosa richardii

Common Name
St. John; Rosa Richardii; Holy Rose; Rose of the Tomb

Flower Color: Clear pale pink
Flower: Single flowers in summer only; yellow stamens; 5 petals
Type: Wild rose
Fragrance: Moderate
Height: Up to 3 feet
Comments: Hardy; tolerates poor soil and shade; tends to sprawl; dark green glossy foliage; introduced in 1897; may be used as a ground cover; rounded bush; 4 foot spread
 

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