About Nearly Wild Bare Root Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Nearly Wild’ — Shrub Rose

The Nearly Wild™ Bare Root Rose Bush is a carefree, everblooming shrub that lives up to its name — abundant clusters of single pink blooms with golden centers and a soft, wild-rose charm. Hardy, compact, and endlessly floriferous, it’s the perfect low-maintenance rose for borders, landscapes, and cottage gardens alike.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Shrub Rose
🧬 Breeder: Henry Field (USA, 1941)
🎨 Color: Clear medium pink with golden stamens
🌸 Petal Count: ~5 petals (single)
💠 Bloom Form: Open single blooms in clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~2.5–3″
🔁 Flowering: Continuous blooming from spring through frost
🧴 Fragrance: Light, sweet wild-rose scent
🏺 Vase Life: Good — charming for casual garden arrangements

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Compact, rounded, and bushy
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–9
📐 Spacing: ~2.5–3′ apart
↕️ Height: ~2–3′
↔️ Width: ~2–3′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent — highly tolerant of blackspot and mildew
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Superb adaptability; thrives in both cold and hot climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest