Himalayan Dog Rose Plant Care
Rosa calostyla Gand.
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This plant is easily recognized by its unique blue-green leaves with thick, felt-like textures. Originating from the mountains of Yunnan, China, Rosa calostyla is highly sought after by plant collectors for its rare color and unusual foliage, making it a standout addition to any collection.
Every 4–7 days
Bright indirect
60–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Himalayan Dog Rose?
Water Himalayan Dog 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 Himalayan Dog Rose Native To?
- Albania
- Algeria
- Angola
- Austria
- Belgium
- Benin
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Djibouti
- DR Congo
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- France
- Gabon
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Ireland
- Italy
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Luxembourg
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Malta
- Mauritania
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Macedonia
- Portugal
- Republic of the Congo
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Sierra Leone
- Slovenia
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sudan
- Switzerland
- Tanzania
- The Gambia
- The Netherlands
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- United Kingdom
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
What Is the Himalayan Dog Rose?
Himalayan Dog Rose (Rosa calostyla) belongs to the Rosaceae family within the Rosa genus. Himalayan Dog Rose is native to western and southern Europe, and northwestern Africa.
Himalayan Dog Rose displays a climbing, vining growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Himalayan Dog Rose produces the flowers of "rosa calostyla" are small, delicate, and pink in color..
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Himalayan Dog Rose?
Rosa calostyla 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 Himalayan Dog Rose Need?
Himalayan Dog Rose thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Himalayan Dog Rose in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Himalayan Dog Rose Prefer?
Rosa calostyla grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Himalayan Dog Rose prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Himalayan Dog Rose?
Well-draining mix with perlite and peat. Good drainage is essential for Himalayan Dog Rose to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Himalayan Dog Rose?
Feed Himalayan Dog 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
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How Do You Repot a Himalayan Dog Rose?
"Rosa calostyla" should be repotted every 1-2 years in the spring.. 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 Himalayan Dog Rose?
Himalayan Dog 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 Himalayan Dog Rose Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Himalayan Dog 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 Himalayan Dog Rose?
Himalayan Dog 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 Himalayan Dog Rose Need?
Himalayan Dog Rose grows outdoors in USDA Zone 6a – 9b. It survives winters down to planting zone 6a. Himalayan Dog Rose is native to western and southern Europe, and northwestern Africa.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6a – 9b
Keep exploring plants
Himalayan Dog 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.
Himalayan Dog 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 calostyla Gand., family Rosaceae (first published in Decades plantarum novarum ; 1875 24 1880) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Himalayan Dog 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 6a – 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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