Dog Rose Hedging
Dog Rose or Wild Rose Hedging, also known as Rosa canina is a fast growing, thorny, attractive hedging species that provides seasonal interest and produces large orange and red hips that are a hit with birds.
Dog Rose hedge plants are available as pot grown hedging, and bare root plants from November to mid / late May.
Price From £1.25 Shop Now This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageDog Rose or Wild Rose is a thorny, rambling deciduous plant with green leaves that produces beautiful pink-white flowers in the spring followed by attractive orange hips.
What is Dog Rose?
The Dog Rose, scientifically known as Rosa canina, is a species of rose native to Europe, northwest Africa, and western Asia. It’s widely recognised for its beautiful, delicate white to pink flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Thriving in the wild, the Dog Rose is also a popular choice for garden hedges due to its dense, prickly branches which make it an excellent natural barrier, while also providing aesthetic appeal with its vibrant flowers and bright red hips in autumn. These hardy shrubs are ideal for creating wildlife-friendly hedges due to their dense and prickly nature, making them a great intruder deterrent while providing a wonderful shelter for wildlife. Dog rose plants are known for their versatility as an informal garden shrub, producing red and orange fruits that are popular with birds and can be used for making jam. Rosa canina hedge plants are recognized for being a versatile, hardy, and fast-growing plant suitable for use in prickly, secure country hedging. These hips are not only a feast for the eyes but serve as a rich source of Vitamin C and are often used in teas, syrups, and jams. The Dog Rose embodies a perfect blend of beauty and utility, making it a cherished plant among gardeners and nature lovers alike. |  |