Rosa 'Nearly Wild'

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Rose, Hardy Shrub 'Nearly Wild'

 
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Description

The dark green, heavily veined leaves of this bushy rugosa are strong support for the pure white, nearly double flowers it produces. This is a very tolerant, heavily scented plant with an impressive fall color. Also, large hips appear intermittently with this plant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

 

Fruit Season

Fall, Intermittent

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, Park

 

Special Uses

Container, Erosion Control, Hedge, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.