Pasture Rose

Rosa carolina

Carolina Rose is a low shrub growing 1-3 feet tall with thorny stems (though it can reach up to 6 feet tall). It produces fragrant pink flowers about 2 inches wide, either alone or in small groups. Its fruit changes from dark green to bright red when ripe.

Shade Tolerance: Full sun to part shade

Moisture: Dry to Wet

Soils: Rocky or sandy, well-drained

Height: 1-3' tall

Bloom Time: Early Summer

Color: Pink, white, Red

Deer Resistant: Moderate

Uses: Attracts birds, Ornamental, Naturalization