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Species: Rosa palustris

Rosa palustris

Swamp Rose

Found on Course Walks

None Listed

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

Woody Shrubs for Storm Water Retention

Cultivars

'var. scandens'

Ornamental Characteristics

Shrub 4 to 8 feet

3-6'

Deciduous

multistem suckering shrub

Environmental Characteristics

Full sun, Part shade

4a

Can tolerate acid to neutral soil (pH 5.0 to 7.4)

A wetland rose native to Eastern and Central North America

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil; Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

Not generally susceptible to the diseases and pests that attack many of the hybrid roses. Pest and disease problems associated with other roses which might rarely affect this species could include: black spot, powdery mildew, rust, aphids, beetles, borers, scale, thrips, rose midges and leafhoppers.

Bare Root Transplanting


Other

Glossy green foliage; large, fragrant pink flowers throughout summer; glossy, red, persistent hips

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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