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Plant Care
Multiflora rose
(Rosa multiflora)
Also Known As
Multiflora rose, Japanese rose, Ground rose, Seven sisters rose
About This Plant
Rosa multiflora is a species of rose native to eastern Asia. It is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 15 feet (4.6 meters) tall and 20 feet (6.1 meters) wide. The plant produces fragrant, small white flowers in clusters, followed by small red hips.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Up to 15 feet (4.6 meters) tall and 20 feet (6.1 meters) wide
Light Requirements
Multiflora rose requires full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate shade but will produce fewer flowers.
Humidity Needs
Multiflora rose prefers average to high humidity levels. It can tolerate dry conditions but may produce fewer flowers.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize the plant once a year in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune multiflora rose in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the plant. Wear gloves and long sleeves when pruning, as the plant has thorns.
Common Pests and Diseases
Multiflora rose is susceptible to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust. It can also attract Japanese beetles.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
Water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season, and reduce watering during the winter months.
Temperature Range
This plant species can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from -20°F (-28.9°C) to 110°F (43.3°C).
Growing Season
The growing season for multiflora rose is from spring to fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Multiflora rose is easy to grow and can be invasive in some areas.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Multiflora rose is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Did You Know?
Multiflora rose was introduced to North America in the 1860s as a hedge plant and was later promoted for erosion control. It is now considered an invasive species in many parts of the United States.
