Shrubs
Dog Rose (Rosa canina)
Dog rose flowers are a helpful nectar source for insects, and the fruits are a good source of food for birds. Dog Rose can be found in scrubland, woodland borders, and hedgerows. Although it is more widespread in the UK's south, it is present everywhere, particularly in areas with rich soil. The size of each plant is between 15 – 50cm in height from the root plug.
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Product Description
A deciduous shrub, the dog rose typically grows to a height of 1-3 metres , however it occasionally climbs higher into the crowns of larger trees. It can climb because of the tiny, sharp, hooked prickles that cover its stems. When damaged, leaves emit a delightful perfume, and sweet-scented flowers, which are often pale pink but can also be white or deep pink, bloom.
The flesh of dog rose rose hips are excellent for consumption because they contain high concentrations of antioxidants, primarily polyphenols and vitamin C, along with carotenoids, vitamins B and E, and natural sugars, organic acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, phenolics, and essential oil.
Tree attributes
- Grows 40-60 cm per year
- Can be planted in chalk, clay and normal soils
- Suitable for exposed, inland and costal sites
- Great source of pollen
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Our Commitment
Our trees are planted, grown and cared for on site. This means, once the seeds are delivered to us we plant them, establish them in our polytunnels and then harden them off. The trees you are delivered have been with us since seed and we look after them until the moment they leave.
Every tree is handpicked and packaged with the utmost care and attention to ensure your trees are delivered fighting fit to help against climate change.
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Deliveries
All postage and packaging charges for products delivered to the Mainland UK are included within the price. Additional charges apply for Northern Ireland, The Highlands & Scottish Isles, The Channel Islands, Scilly Isles & Isle of Man when ordering more than 8 trees.
As a guide, orders for 8 plants or more will be sent via a courier, 8 plants or fewer will be sent by Royal Mail.
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Refunds
Your happiness is our business and that is why we individually check every single tree that we send out. If you have a concern about your tree, please get in touch with us within 7 days so that we can diagnose the issue. Very rarely, we might ask you to send the tree back to us in secure packaging to help us identify the issue but often we can identify the issue with photographs.
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