Meadow Rose

Rosa blanda

Meadow Rose, also known as Early Wild Rose or Smooth Wild Rose, is a nearly thornless native rose – any thorns that occur are bristly prickles at the base of older stems, while the new and upper stems remain smooth. Broad rounded, to arching-mounded, it spreads …

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Plants 1 Gallon Pot
1+ $29.99 ea.
Availability: In stock
SKU
37920-GL
Cultural Details
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Moisture Dry, Medium
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Partial
Height 3' - 5'
Bloom Color Pink
Bloom Time June, July
Spacing 1' - 2'
Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Root Type Rhizome
Benefits Birds, Pollinators, Host Plant

Rosa blanda, commonly called Meadow Rose or Smooth Wild Rose, is a nearly thornless native rose. The upper stems and the new growth are smooth. Any thorns that occur are bristly prickles at the base of the older stems. Broad–rounded to arching–mounded, it spreads to form patches, making it a good choice for naturalizing in larger areas. Showy pink flowers are 2"–3” across with yellow centers and pleasant fragrance.  Berry-like rosehip fruits turn bright red in late summer, attracting birds and a variety of wildlife. The new stems and branches are green, turning to reddish brown or reddish purple as they mature.

Native roses are visited by an array of pollinating insects, as they have easy access to pollen from the large-petalled landing pads. Both Rosa blanda and Rosa carolina are possible host plants for the Apple Sphinx moth, the Blinded Sphinx, Auotmeris Io moth, and the Cecropia moth.