• Wild beauty of the prairie Beauté sauvage de la prairie
  • Tough prairie wildflower Mauvais prairie sauvage
  • Lovely prairie roses blossom Belles roses des prairies fleurissent
  • Fragrant prairie rose on its plants Rose de prairie parfumée sur ses plantes
  • Delicate prairie rose bloom Délicate fleur de rose de prairie
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Prairie Wild Rose Seeds

Prairie Wild Rose Seeds

$32.00 CAD
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This exquisite wildflower, although lacking in the abundance of petals found in cultivated roses, boasts a delightful fragrance. Despite its captivating beauty, it requires several years to germinate from seed, and its vines are adorned with small thorns. However, this perennial thrives remarkably even in soils of varying compositions, including sandy, clay, or rocky substrates.

Despite its delicate appearance, this indigenous species stands as one of the hardiest plants of the prairie landscape. Historical botanical records reveal that even during the severe drought of 1934 in the American Midwest, prairie roses flourished abundantly, exhibiting remarkable resilience. Thanks to their robust root systems, these roses exhibit impressive resistance to prairie fires, further highlighting their durability and adaptability to harsh environmental conditions.

The Latin species epithet "arkansana" pays homage to the Arkansas River in Colorado, where the renowned American botanist and professor Thomas C. Porter first collected a specimen of this species. This geographical reference underscores the plant's historical significance and its association with the diverse ecosystems of the American prairie regions.

    How To Grow

    Sowing: Prepare prairie rose seeds by lightly rubbing them with sandpaper or soaking them in water at 82 degrees Celsius overnight to soften their hard coating. Afterward, mix the seeds with moist sand and refrigerate for 4 months before planting. In early spring, sow the Rosa Arkansana seeds 1.27 centimeters deep in the soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which is slow and irregular, with some seeds possibly sprouting the following year.

    Growing: Water seedlings occasionally until they establish themselves. Most plants won't flower or produce seed until their second or third year. Mature Rosa Arkansana plants are drought-tolerant and prefer dry soils, thriving in rocky, clay, and sandy substrates. Additionally, these blossoms attract bees and other pollinators.

    Harvesting

    Prairie rose blossoms are not suitable as cut flowers and are best enjoyed outdoors in their natural setting.

    Seed Saving

    At the end of the season, collect rose hips and split them open to extract the seeds. Separate the seeds from the plant material and spread them out to dry. Store the prairie rose seeds in a cool, dry location for future use.

    Extra Facts

    Common Names: Dwarf Prairie Rose, Prairie Rose

    Latin Name: Rosa arkansana

    Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

    Type: Native Wildflowers

    Life Cycle: Perennial

    USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

    US Regions: Mountain, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast

    Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

    Height: 61 cm

    Color: Pink

    Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer

    Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Aromatic, Cut Flowers

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