Kamis, 14 Mei 2009

Rosa Setigera


Rosa setigera

Climbing prairie rose, Climbing rose, Prairie Rose
Rosaceae (Rose Family)

The pink prairie rose has climbing branches 6–15 feet long, with straight, scattered prickles along the stems. Leaves are divided into 3–5 leaflets which are sharp-pointed and 13 inches long. The 5-petaled pink flowers are 2 inches across, with many yellow stamens. They grow in clusters at the end of stems, but often open 1 or 2 at a time. They sometimes grow in bowers extending 8 feet high and 10–15 feet long

Climbing or trailing;
Vulnerable - occurence at the fringe of its range or in restricted areas, but not a threatened species

Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Habit: Shrub
Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Size Class: 6-12 ft.
Size Notes: 6-15 feet tall.
Leaf Color: Dark Green
Autumn Foliage: yes
Fruit Color: Red

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: White , Pink
Bloom Time: May

Native Habitat: Open woodlands and thickets in Texas.

Growing Conditions
Water Use: Low
Light Requirement: Sun , Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist , Dry
CaCO3 Tolerance: Medium
Soil Description: Clay, Sand, Loam

Conditions Comments: Prairie rose is a thornless rose that is perfect for a location where it can ramble or climb. The single form, five petaled rosy flowers gradually fade to near-white creating a wonderful multi-hued effect. Many birds relish the showy, red fruit.

Texas comments: Prairie rose is a thornless rose that is perfect for a location where it can ramble or climb. Many birds relish the showy, red fruit. Older shoots and dead wood should be pruned after it blooms in the spring. The unwanted suckers should also be pruned out to keep this rose in check.

Benefit
Warning: Plant has thorns or prickles.
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Fragrant Flowers: yes
Attracts: Birds
Deer Resistant: None

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