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Bald-hip rose

The bald-hip rose puts out fragrant flowers in spring that range from pink to lavender to red. In fall, pollinated flowers become orange to red pear-shaped rose hips that feed birds and small mammals.

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Bald-hip rose

Bald-hip rose fast facts

Scientific Name

Rosa gymnocarpa

Family

Rosaceae

Garden Type

Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Bees, Birds

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Filtered, Full Shade

Water Needs

Medium

Plant Type

Deciduous, Flowering, Perennial, Shrub

Bloom Color(s)

Pink, Purple, Red

Height

2 – 5 feet

Width

2 – 5 feet

Months in Bloom

May, June, July

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
Bald-hip Rose

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