Dog Rose (Rosa canina)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Rosa canina is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from October to December. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies), Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Nuts/Seeds, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious jams, syrups etc. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; It can be used in making delicious jams, syrups etc.; The syrup is used as a nutritional supplement, especially for babies.; The fruit can also be dried and used as a tea.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedges, scrub, woods, roadsides, banks etc. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)