Himalayan Rose (Rosa macrophylla)

Himalayan Rose (Rosa macrophylla) is a vigorous deciduous shrub native to the Himalayas, featuring large, fragrant pink flowers and prominent red hips.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Watering

Regular watering

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Hardy

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Regular feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering

Regular watering

Keep soil consistently moist, reducing in winter.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Hardy

Prefers temperate climates; can withstand cold winters.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizing

Regular feeding

Feed in spring and throughout the growing season with balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

300-600 cm

Spread

300-600 cm

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

5-7 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JunPeak fruit · Aug

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JunPeak fruit · May

FloweringFruiting

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderRosales
familyRosaceae
genusRosa
speciesRosa macrophylla

Additional Care Tips

Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.

Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Aim to maintain an open, well-shaped structure. Prune to encourage flowering and manage size.

Best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in autumn or spring. Grafting is also an option for specific cultivars.

Young plants may require repotting every 1-2 years in spring. Mature plants typically thrive when root-bound and generally do not need frequent repotting. Ensure new pots have adequate drainage.

FAQs

What is the native habitat of Rosa macrophylla?

Rosa macrophylla is native to the Himalayas, found in countries like Nepal, Bhutan, India, and Pakistan.

What are the characteristics of Rosa macrophylla flowers?

The flowers are typically single, 5-petaled, fragrant, and range in color from pale pink to deep rose, blooming in early summer.

What is the size and habit of Rosa macrophylla?

It is a large, deciduous shrub that can grow to 3-6 meters in height and spread, often with arching branches.

When is the best time to prune Rosa macrophylla?

Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to shape the plant and remove dead or diseased wood.

Are the hips of Rosa macrophylla edible?

While rose hips are generally edible and rich in Vitamin C, specific culinary uses or safety information for Rosa macrophylla hips should be confirmed with reliable sources before consumption.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering

Regular watering

Keep soil consistently moist, reducing in winter.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Hardy

Prefers temperate climates; can withstand cold winters.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizing

Regular feeding

Feed in spring and throughout the growing season with balanced fertilizer.

Additional Care Tips

Best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in autumn or spring. Grafting is also an option for specific cultivars.

Young plants may require repotting every 1-2 years in spring. Mature plants typically thrive when root-bound and generally do not need frequent repotting. Ensure new pots have adequate drainage.

FAQs

What is the native habitat of Rosa macrophylla?

Rosa macrophylla is native to the Himalayas, found in countries like Nepal, Bhutan, India, and Pakistan.

What are the characteristics of Rosa macrophylla flowers?

The flowers are typically single, 5-petaled, fragrant, and range in color from pale pink to deep rose, blooming in early summer.

What is the size and habit of Rosa macrophylla?

It is a large, deciduous shrub that can grow to 3-6 meters in height and spread, often with arching branches.

When is the best time to prune Rosa macrophylla?

Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to shape the plant and remove dead or diseased wood.

Are the hips of Rosa macrophylla edible?

While rose hips are generally edible and rich in Vitamin C, specific culinary uses or safety information for Rosa macrophylla hips should be confirmed with reliable sources before consumption.

Himalayan Rose (Rosa macrophylla)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

What is the native habitat of Rosa macrophylla?

What are the characteristics of Rosa macrophylla flowers?

What is the size and habit of Rosa macrophylla?

When is the best time to prune Rosa macrophylla?

Are the hips of Rosa macrophylla edible?

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Himalayan Rose (Rosa macrophylla)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

What is the native habitat of Rosa macrophylla?

What are the characteristics of Rosa macrophylla flowers?

What is the size and habit of Rosa macrophylla?

When is the best time to prune Rosa macrophylla?

Are the hips of Rosa macrophylla edible?