Botanical Name

Rosa nutkana

Commonly known as Nootka Rose

Rosa nutkana (Nootka Rose)
Shrub

Single, apple-pink blooms followed by large rose hips that persist through winter on a vigorous Pacific Northwest native.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Jun
USDA Zones
3-8
Sun
Full Sun or Part Sun
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
4-8'
Bloom Colors
Pink
Native Species Pollinator Friendly Fragrant Deer Resistant
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About This Name

Rosa nutkana is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Nootka Rose unambiguously. The genus Rosa places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Nootka Rose, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Rosa nutkana will give you the most precise results.