Sherard's Downy-rose
Rosa sherardii
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A dense shrub. It grows 2 m high and spreads 1.8 m wide. It loses its leaves during the year. The leaves are bluish-green and hairy. The flowers are single and deep pink. They are in clusters. The fruit are urn shaped hips and are red.
There are about 150 Rosa species and many cultivated varieties.
Where it is found
It suits hardiness zones 5-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Britain, Europe
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit, seeds