How to Grow Cranberry Rose
Helichrysum bracteatum
Your complete guide to growing Cranberry Rose.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Cranberry Rose
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| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Cranberry Rose
✓ Good companions
Natural fungicide properties help prevent black spot and powdery mildew
Repels ants, aphids, and rodents while attracting beneficial insects
Provides complementary climbing structure and shares similar soil preferences
Repels aphids and other pests while attracting beneficial pollinators
Deters nematodes and aphids with natural pest-repelling compounds
Acts as trap crop for aphids and adds pest-deterring compounds to soil
Attracts beneficial insects and provides ground cover without competing for nutrients
Repels cabbage worms and other pests while improving soil drainage
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone which is toxic to roses and inhibits their growth
Heavy feeders that compete for nutrients and may attract pests harmful to roses
Compete for water and nutrients while creating excessive shade
