Is California Wildrose safe for pets?

Yes, California Wildrose (Rosa Californica) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is California Wildrose easy to care for?

California Wildrose has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can California Wildrose grow indoors?

California Wildrose is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

California Wildrose (Rosa Californica) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A native, perennial shrub with fragrant pink flowers, known for forming dense thickets and providing habitat for wildlife.

Last updated: February 2026

California Wildrose

Rosa Californica

A native, perennial shrub with fragrant pink flowers, known for forming dense thickets and providing habitat for wildlife.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

4-10

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, clay, sandy, gravelly

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:hedge, barrier, erosion control, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Wildrose

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae

Genus:Rosa