Dog Rose

Dog Rose Care

Rosa canina

What is the plant

Rich with vibrant blooms and sweet, nutritious rosehips, cultivating this botanical gem promises a delightful and healthy journey!

The Dog Rose, or Rosa canina, is a pretty cool shrub that's part of the Rosaceae family. It's originally from Europe, Northwest Africa, and Western Asia, but it can now be found in a lot of places, including meadows, woodlands, and hedgerows.

This lovely plant can grow pretty tall, usually around 6 to 10 feet (1.8 to 3 meters), and has branches that spread out. You can identify it by looking at its delicate pinnate leaves - they consist of 5 to 7 serrated leaflets - and its petals, which can be pink or white. The flowers attract pollinators and are in full bloom from late spring to early summer. After they're pollinated, the rosehips (seed pods or fruit) appear in the place where the flowers used to be. These little round or oval structures contain seeds, each surrounded by a fleshy outer layer that's loaded with nutrients.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

-15°C - 15°C

Hardiness zone

3 - 7

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Container
These plants are usually happy growing in the ground, but they can also be grown in pots. Just make sure you have a container that's at least 18 inches (45 cm) deep and wide enough to give their roots plenty of space. And don't forget to make sure the pot has good drainage so the water doesn't get trapped.
Fun fact
Beyond its visuals, the rosehips of Dog Rose offer a nutritional bonanza. Bursting with ascorbic acid (aka vitamin C) and antioxidants, these petite fruits have been treasured for centuries, contributing to traditional medicine and the culinary.
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