Baldhip Rose

Rosa gymnocarpa Baldhip rose is a relatively low-growing rhizomatous shrub with fragrant, rosy flowers at the tips of its branches in late spring. The fruits are small, brightly-colored orange to scarlet, pear-shaped “hips” that have lost their leaf-like sepals, making them diagnostically bald. Overall, it is highly attractive, versatile in the landscape, and an excellent habitat plant. Plant type/canopy layer: deciduous, med-sized shrub Size at maturity:  3-5' tall, 2-8' wide Light requirements: full shade, part sun/part shade Moisture requirements: dry to moist soil Bloom time: April - Aug (May - June in the Portland Metro area) Growth rate/ease: medium growth rate, easy to grow Wildlife support: flowers attract and provide nectar for hummingbirds, adult butterflies, bees and other insect pollinators; the fruits/hips persist throughout the winter and are eaten by small mammals, birds, and insects; leaves are nesting material for pollinators; steps are hollowed out and us