Wild Rose Plant Care

Rosa burnatii Burnat. & Gremli

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Rosa burnatii is easily recognized by its stunning, bright pink flowers that bloom in clusters. Originating from the Himalayas, this rare species is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique beauty and ability to thrive in cooler climates.

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Water

Every 4–7 days

Light

Bright indirect

Temp

60–75°F

Humidity

40–70%

At a glance

How do you care for Wild Rose?

Water Wild Rose every 4–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season.

Where Is the Wild Rose Native To?

Native range115 countries

What Is the Wild Rose?

Wild Rose (Rosa burnatii) belongs to the Rosaceae family within the Rosa genus. Wild Rose is native to northwestern Africa, nearly all of Europe, the Caucasus, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

Wild Rose displays a climbing, vining growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Wild Rose produces the flowers of "rosa burnatii" are vibrant pink in color and have a delicate, tea rose shape..

Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Wild Rose?

Rosa burnatii requires watering every 4–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.

Watering Frequency

Every 4–7 days

Let soil partially dry between waterings

What Light Does the Wild Rose Need?

Wild Rose thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Wild Rose in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Light Requirement

Bright indirect

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Wild Rose Prefer?

Rosa burnatii grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Wild Rose prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Temperature

60–75°F

Humidity

40–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Wild Rose?

Well-draining mix with perlite and peat. Good drainage is essential for Wild Rose to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Wild Rose?

Feed Wild Rose every 4 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.

Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.

Fertilizing

Every 4 months

During the growing season

The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.

How Do You Repot a Wild Rose?

"Rosa burnatii" should be repotted every 2-3 years in the springtime.. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

How Do You Propagate a Wild Rose?

Wild Rose can be propagated through stem cuttings or division. Similar propagation techniques also apply to rose bush plant care, which shares the same genus.

Is the Wild Rose Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list Wild Rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.

This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.

See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.

What Pests and Diseases Affect the Wild Rose?

Wild Rose is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.

What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Wild Rose Need?

Wild Rose grows outdoors in USDA Zone 3a – 9b. It survives winters down to planting zone 3a. Wild Rose is native to northwestern Africa, nearly all of Europe, the Caucasus, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 3a – 9b

Keep exploring plants

Wild Rose is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.

It belongs to the Rosa genus — compare its care with other Rosa species on PlantoScan.

Rosa is part of the Rosaceae plant family — browse all Rosaceae genera and species.

Wild Rose thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

More Rosa Species

Other Rosa species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:

Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Rosa burnatii Burnat. & Gremli, family Rosaceae (first published in Roses Alp. Mar. : 92 (1879)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Wild Rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
  • Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 3a – 9b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
  • Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.

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