$49.99
Edible Native Plants, Focal point, Keystone Species, Pollinator Plants, Rain Gardens
3 to 6'
2 Gallon
June, July
Pink
Wet
Acidic, organically rich, boggy to wet
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Full sun
AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV
Keystone Value: The genus Rosa (Rose) supports over 100 species of butterfly and moth caterpillars, providing food for a variety of birds and mammals.
Swamp Rose (Rosa palustris) is a deciduous shrub with arching branches that grows naturally in swamps, marshes, ditches, and stream banks. It tolerates light shade, but best flowering and disease resistance generally occur in full sun, and good air circulation promotes vigorous and healthy growth. While Swamp Rose will not grow in standing water, it tolerates seasonal flooding making it a good candidate for rain gardens. The fragrant pink flowers with a contrasting yellow center attract native pollinators. After flowering, pea-sized red hips form between September and October and are eaten by songbirds, quail, and wild turkey. In autumn, the leaves often turn attractive shades of red, and the arched, prickled branches offer cover for wildlife year-round. Swamp Rose is a larval host for the whitemarked tussock moth (caterpillar shown above), among many others.
Direct Native Plants ships from our nurseries in Middle River, Maryland, and Woodstock, Illinois. Orders are shipped via FedEx Ground from these locations and typically arrive at most destinations within two (2) business days from the day they ship.
To get your plants to you as quickly and efficiently as possible, we ship orders based on current inventory availability and your proximity to our nurseries. This helps ensure faster delivery and the best experience for your order. In some cases, items in the same order may ship from different locations.
