Rosa species
Rose selected cultivars
Description
These shrubs and vines are the most-loved in the West and are very resilient. They come in a wide variety of sizes and colors and are easy to maintain with proper care. Roses can be espaliered or used on a trellis or as shrubs along walkways. Some are fragrant; most have thorns.
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Gold, Lavender, Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow, Violet, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.