Rosa glauca

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Rosa glauca
Also known as: Red-Leafed Rose

Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub
Format: Smal
Height: 2.50 m
Width: 1.50 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 3-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Seed
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(1)
Features:
Hedge

Description

Fruit - can be eaten raw or cooked. The flesh is tough and does not contain much meat, with a diameter of about 15 mm and many seeds. Be careful when eating this fruit due to potential hazards, as described above. The seeds are a good source of vitamin E; they can be ground and mixed with flour or added to other foods as a supplement. Don't forget to remove the seed hairs.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Cornus mas
Cornelian cherry dogwood
Cornus mas attracts pollinators, which enhances the fruit set of Rosa glauca.
Thymus vulgaris
Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme
Thymus vulgaris repels pests that might harm Rosa glauca, providing natural pest control.
Corylus avellana
Hazel
Corylus avellana provides nitrogen to the soil, benefiting Rosa glauca growth.
Malus domestica
Apple
Malus domestica can support soil health and attract beneficial insects, boosting the ecosystem for Rosa glauca.
Origanum vulgare
Oregano, Pot Marjoram
Origanum vulgare can repel harmful insects while attracting beneficial ones, promoting a healthier environment for Rosa glauca.