Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Rosa

Species:

Rosa pinetorum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Pink

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★☆☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy loam

pH:

6.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to coastal scrub and chaparral areas

Germination Information