25 Wild Rose Seeds - Rosa woodsii Native Pink Flowering Shrub

Rosa woodsii, commonly known as Woods' rose or wild rose, is a native North American shrub prized for its delicate pink flowers and wildlife value. This hardy rose produces single, fragrant blooms in late spring to early summer, followed by red rose hips that attract birds and other wildlife. Its dense, thicket-forming habit makes it an excellent choice for naturalized areas, hedgerows, and erosion control, while its tolerance of poor soils and drought once established ensures it thrives with minimal care.

Whether you're restoring a native plant garden, creating a wildlife-friendly landscape, or simply adding a touch of wild beauty to your property, Rosa woodsii is a versatile and resilient choice. The seeds offered here are ready for stratification and sowing, allowing you to grow your own supply of this valuable native shrub.

Plant Features

• Native to North America, supporting local ecosystems and wildlife
• Fragrant pink flowers bloom in late spring to early summer
• Produces red rose hips that are a food source for birds
• Drought-tolerant and adaptable to a range of soil types
• Thicket-forming growth habit provides cover for small animals

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Rosa woodsii
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to poor soils
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, thicket-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 3-6 feet
• Spacing: 3-5 feet apart

Planting & Care

To grow Rosa woodsii from seed, start by stratifying the seeds to break dormancy. A cold moist stratification period of 60-90 days is recommended; you can mix seeds with moist sand or peat moss and refrigerate them in a sealed bag. After stratification, sow seeds indoors in pots or directly outdoors in a prepared seedbed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep moist until germination. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant them to their permanent location, spacing them 3-5 feet apart. Choose a site with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system; thereafter, the plants are quite drought-tolerant. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Prune as needed to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood.

What's Included

25 Rosa woodsii seeds.