Baldhip Rose (Rosa Gymnocarpa) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Rosa gymnocarpa, commonly known as Baldhip Rose or Wood Rose, is a native shrub found in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and Canada. It produces delicate, fragrant pink to lavender flowers and distinctive red hips.

Baldhip Rose

Baldhip Rose

Rosa Gymnocarpa

Rosa gymnocarpa, commonly known as Baldhip Rose or Wood Rose, is a native shrub found in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and Canada. It produces delicate, fragrant pink to lavender flowers and distinctive red hips.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Baldhip Rose

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