Glaucous Dog Rose

Rosa dumalis

Shrub2×1.5 mzone 4–8light shade

Profile

Family: Rosaceae
Habit: Shrub
Height: 2 m
Spread: 1.5 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 30 years
First yield: after 2 years
Hardiness: zone 4–8
Shade tolerance: light shade
Soil: Sand, Silt, Loam, Clay
Soil moisture: semi-dry – moist
pH: 5.3 – 8.6

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Flowering & harvest

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Flowering
Fruit harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible1 of 10

Medicinal1 of 10

Other uses1 of 10

Growing

Rosa dumalis prefers full sun and well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It tolerates a wide range of temperatures and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage flowering. Suitable for hedging and natural fences.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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