Dog Rose

Rosa canina, Rosaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sand CherryPrunus pumila

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Japanese HoneysuckleLonicera japonica

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Trailing RosemarySalvia rosmarinus Prostratus

Pest Deterrent

Shrub Bush CloverLespedeza bicolor

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

AppleMalus domestica

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

JasmineJasminum officinale

Pollinator SharingPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Autumn OliveElaeagnus umbellata

Both are vigorous shrubs that compete intensely for resources, with autumn olive often outcompeting native roses

Smooth Wild RoseRosa blanda

Different rose species can cross-transmit diseases like black spot and rust when grown in proximity

Climbing RoseRosa setigera

Rose species can serve as disease bridges for fungal pathogens affecting each other when planted together

GorseUlex europaeus

Gorse's dense growth and allelopathic compounds suppress rose establishment in Mediterranean climates

Uses

Functions

FoodMedicineHedge

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Dog Rose grow in?

Dog Rose grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Dog Rose?

Good companions for Dog Rose include Sand Cherry, Japanese Honeysuckle, Trailing Rosemary, Shrub Bush Clover, Apple.

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