Musk Rose

(Rosa moschata)

This is a deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub or climber that grows at a fast pace. You can plant it against a post, tree or wall to create a visual interest with its dark green, almost thornless stems and ovate or elliptical shiny green leaves with a purple tinge. The showy, clustered flowers fill your garden with their pleasant, musky aroma.

  • USDA Zone
    6-9
    Height
    15’-20’
    Width
    4’-6’
  • Light
    Soil
    Well-drained, yet moist

Flower

  • Size
    5 cm
    Blooming Season
    Mid summer-mid fall
    Fragrance
    Strong
  • Colors:
    White

Care

Deeply water to soak the soil up to a depth of 6”-7”, weekly. The soil shouldn’t be left soggy.

Can be routinely pruned in late summer post-flowering.

Apply a complete fertilizer in late winter or early spring. Mulch in late winter.

  • Pairs Well With
    Alliums, mignonette, parsley, lupins.

Image Source: Ayushvedah.com, I.pinimg.com, Palatineroses.com, Live.staticflickr.com, Alchetron.com

by | Updated:September 26, 2020

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