Stanwell Perpetual Rose Hip: Seed Propagation Possibilities

Growing Roses from Species Rose Hips in Zone 5 Ontario

Gardener in Ajax, Ontario has a 'Stanwell Perpetual' with one burgundy hip. Asks if unusual, if seeds produce true, and how to propagate.

Genetics Reality

• 'Stanwell Perpetual' has Rosa pimpinellifolia parent (black currant-like hips)
• Complex hybrid background = seeds won't come true
• Likely outcome: single pink species-type roses
• But experimentation can yield interesting variations

Resource

Detailed seed-growing guide: scvrs.homestead.com/HybridizeKB1.html