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White Prairie Rose

Rosa foliolosa

Last reviewed: October 2026

White Prairie Rose (Rosa foliolosa)
Photo: (c) saltyhiker, some rights reserved (CC BY)

White Prairie Rose (Rosa foliolosa) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-08-15). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–12" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

AR, KS, OK, TX

Pollinators

butterflies, bees

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White Prairie Rose is a compact native shrub that stays low to the ground with delicate white flowers in spring. This drought-tolerant rose spreads slowly to form small colonies and goes dormant in winter. It's perfect for naturalized areas where you want native beauty without the fuss of traditional roses.

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In an HOA neighborhood

White Prairie Rose is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.

Works well in: foundation, mid zone.

  • Requires annual shaping to stay compact

Wildlife value

The flowers attract native bees and butterflies during its spring bloom period. Rose hips provide food for birds later in the season.

Common questions

How much sun does White Prairie Rose need?
White Prairie Rose grows best in full sun conditions.
When does White Prairie Rose bloom?
White Prairie Rose blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is White Prairie Rose native?
White Prairie Rose (Rosa foliolosa) is native to AR, KS, OK, TX, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is White Prairie Rose toxic to dogs?
White Prairie Rose is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
Is White Prairie Rose toxic to cats?
White Prairie Rose is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
What pollinators does White Prairie Rose attract?
White Prairie Rose draws butterflies and bees.
Is White Prairie Rose HOA-friendly?
White Prairie Rose is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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