30 Seeds Swamp Rose Rosa palustris Native Shrub Wetland

Swamp Rose is a native North American shrub rose valued for its single pink blossoms and attractive red fall foliage. This versatile plant thrives in moist to wet soils and brings reliable seasonal interest to rain gardens, pond edges, and naturalized landscapes.

The fragrant summer blooms draw pollinators and give way to red rose hips that persist into winter, offering food and cover for wildlife. Its thicket-forming habit makes it an excellent choice for hedgerows, erosion-prone banks, and native plantings where a hardy, low-maintenance shrub is desired.

Species: Rosa palustris
Type: Deciduous shrub rose
Plant_Habit: Upright, thicket-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist to wet, acidic to neutral
Zones: 4 to 8
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; may be slow and uneven
Sowing: Surface sow and press lightly into moist medium
Spacing: 36 to 48 inches
Notes: Native species; blooms on new and old wood