Water
Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells, to ensure consistent soil moisture. Avoid overhead watering to minimize fungal diseases.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings for established plants.
Also known as Climbing Prairie Rose · Illinois Rose · Prairie Rose
Rosa setigera, the Climbing Rose, is a vigorous native American rose known for its beautiful pink flowers and thorny stems, ideal for naturalizing or covering structures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but can tolerate partial shade. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is recommended.
Moderate
50% intensity
Ensure consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-9. Prefers moderate temperatures for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed annually in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes foliage over flowers.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells, to ensure consistent soil moisture. Avoid overhead watering to minimize fungal diseases.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings for established plants.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing canes.
Reduce the length of the remaining canes by about one-third to encourage strong new growth and abundant flowering in the coming season.
Propagate by hardwood cuttings taken in late autumn or early winter. Select healthy, one-year-old wood, cut 15-20 cm lengths, and plant them in a sheltered outdoor bed or pot filled with well-draining compost.
Rooting typically occurs over the winter months.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in early spring before new growth starts. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one and use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix.
Ensure good drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Climbing Rose (Rosa setigera) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
| Species | Rosa multiflora |
Similar in genus Rosa
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