Rosa canina 35 PCS fresh seeds, Dog rose, Rosehip, Thornless pink dog brier rose bush, White pink flower, Climber shrub, Flower seeds

🌱 Rosa canina — Dog rose, Rosehip, Thornless pink dog brier rose bush

Rosa canina is a species of plant seeds, belonging to the genus Rosehip (Rosa) of the Rose family (Rosaceae). This product offers 35 PCS fresh seeds of a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 1.5 to 2.5 m in height.

🌿 Botanical Description

Rosa canina has thick, arched shoots with sparse, sickle-shaped thorns. The middle leaves of flowering shoots are 7-9 cm long, glabrous, and dotted with short hairs along the main vein. The flowers are odorless, solitary or collected in groups of three to five in an apical corymbose inflorescence, from white to bright pink, reaching a diameter of 5-8 cm. The fruits are smooth and glossy, orange-red in color, 15-26 mm long when ripe, broadly oval, less often almost spherical, devoid of glands, containing seeds inside.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: spring or autumn, pre-treatment: stratification for 30-60 days.
• Germination temperature and time: 15-20°C, 1-2 weeks.
• Soil type: fertile, sufficiently moist, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: well-drained.
• Watering and fertilization: regular mineral and organic fertilizers, mulching will be useful.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 (-34°C to -29°C).

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Rosa canina is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, typically growing in deciduous forests, scrublands, and along streams. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and adequate moisture.

✨ Interesting Facts

Rosa canina has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The rose hips are rich in vitamins A and C, making them a valuable source of nutrition. In some cultures, the flowers are used as a natural dye, while the thorns are used for crafts and ornamental purposes.