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The double-flowered form of this rose is more common than this plant, which has a single row of petals. It is called the chestnut rose because its fruits have long spiny thorns on them akin to those found on the husk of a chestnut. It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9. You can see this and other heritage roses in full bloom right now in the National Herb Garden. |
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