Rosa californica grows
in the oak woodland, North exposures where there is some significant
seasonal moisture and in full sun if it is almost swampy. Rosa
californica spreads by underground runners and roots when it hits the
ground. Rosa california can make a spiny thicket 4 feet tall and as
wide as the California Wild Rose can find adequate moisture. Rosa
californica is quite drought tolerant, but will lose its leaves if
stressed. The late Spring flowers of Rosa californica are intensely
fragrant. Rosa californica is Winter hardy to zone 5.
High
resolution images of Rosa
californica are available.
