Rosa arkansana

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: CAN, CAN (MB, NE), SK), USA, USA (ND

Native

Introduced

Rosa arkansanaRosa arkansana

Arkansas Rose, Prairie Rose

In Stock: 1.956 lb (Total:1.956lb)

Rosa arkansana

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1.96 lb MN

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Germination:

55%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

94%

Seeds per lb:

29,516

Quantity:

1.96 lb

Collected in:

Minnesota

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836271

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: CAN, CAN (MB, NE), SK), USA, USA (ND

Native

Introduced

Rosa arkansana, also known as Arkansas Rose or Prairie Rose, a resilient and visually striking addition to any garden. This hardy rose forms a low shrub, reaching heights and spreads of 1 to 3 feet, making it perfect for larger spaces requiring vibrant color. From May to September, enjoy clusters of fragrant, five-petaled flowers ranging from white to deep pink, set against densely prickly stems. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into a striking orange-red, complemented by bright red rose hips that persist through winter, providing food for birds and wildlife.

Prairie Rose's adaptability shines in its resistance to drought and fire, a legacy proven during the 1930s "Dust Bowl." Its robust roots and rhizome-spreading nature make it excellent for erosion control, though careful placement is advised due to its thicket-forming habit. Remarkably disease and insect resistant, this rose thrives in sunny environments. Most plants flower and produce seed after their second or third year, rewarding your garden with enduring beauty and resilience. Choose Rosa arkansana for a hardy, visually appealing, and ecologically beneficial garden addition.