The photographed growth is Robin's Pincushion Gall, caused by the gall wasp Diplolepis rosae. The wasp lays eggs in dog rose leaves/stems, inducing a multi-chambered gall where larvae overwinter. These wasps are beneficial—no control needed. Simply prune off the gall if unsightly.
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