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Rosa carolina

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 3 m (5 - 10 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
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Description The deciduous shrub Rosa carolina (Carolina rose) bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during late spring. The semi-gloss foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture. Rosa carolina (Carolina rose) bears showy fruit.
Typical Uses Hedge.
Special Characteristics This deciduous shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Thorns can make Rosa carolina (Carolina rose) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.