Rosa rugosa

Rosa rugosa (Rugosa Rose)

A hardy and fragrant shrub, Rosa rugosa produces large, single or double pink or white flowers with a spicy scent, followed by bright red rose hips that attract birds and wildlife. Foliage is dark green, turning golden in fall, providing seasonal color and interest. Rugosa rose thrives in a variety of soils, including sandy, clay, or gravelly sites, and is especially suited for difficult or challenging locations. Its robust, disease-resistant nature makes it ideal for hedges, naturalized areas, or specimen plantings.

Details:
Height: 4–6 ft
Spread: 4–6 ft
Zone: 3–7
Light: Full sun to part shade
Notes: Extremely hardy; fragrant flowers; colorful fall foliage; bright red rose hips; tolerant of poor soils; low-maintenance and disease-resistant.

RUGOSA ROSE SHOULD NOT BE PLANTED ON SAND DUNES OR IN OTHER SENSITIVE COASTAL AREAS.