Water
Water the Amur rose regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in autumn as the plant enters dormancy.
Aim for deep watering to encourage strong root development.
Amur rose (Rosa davurica) is a deciduous shrub native to East Asia, known for its thorny stems, pink flowers, and bright red hips. It's a hardy and adaptable plant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Water deeply when dry.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 3-7. Tolerates a range of temperatures but needs a cold dormancy period.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize in spring and early summer with a balanced rose fertilizer. Avoid late-season feeding.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water the Amur rose regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in autumn as the plant enters dormancy.
Aim for deep watering to encourage strong root development.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Prune to maintain a desirable shape and encourage vigorous flowering.
Light shaping can also be done after flowering.
Amur roses can be propagated by softwood cuttings taken in early summer, or by hardwood cuttings taken in late autumn. Seed propagation is also possible, but may not result in true-to-type plants.
Layering is another effective method.
Repot young Amur roses every 1-2 years, or when root-bound. Mature plants generally do not require frequent repotting. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Amur Rose (Rosa davurica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
| Species | Rosa davurica |
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