The Multiflora Rose is a deciduous, vine-like shrub with spreading, thorny branches and multitudes of white flowers that are produced in the spring. It is native to Japan and Korea. It is a rambling rose that is noted for its arching and spreading habit. It is grown as an ornamental plant for its flowers. It is used as a rootstock for cultivated roses and is planted for fence rows and erosion control. Plants feature coarse, prickly, arching canes that typically can grow to 15’ tall. Small (.75 to 1.5” across), aromatic, white to light pink roses in pyramidal to globular clusters (to 30 flowers per cluster) explode into bloom in one profuse June display. Flowers give way to small red hips (to 3/8” long) in early fall which persist into winter. Pinnately compound, medium green leaves typically have 7-9, toothed, oval leaflets each. Common name is in reference to the prodigious flowering. It grows best in deep, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. Best flowering and disease resistance occur in full sun. Plants have better tolerance for some shade than most other types of roses. Consistent moisture (avoid overhead watering), good air circulation and summer mulch help promote best growth. Hardy in zones 5-9.