Other Names: Red Rugosa Rose, Japanese Rose, Beach Rose,

Zone: 2 to 8

Growth Rate: Fast

Plant Type: Small Fragrant Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Family: Rosaceae

Native Range: Northeast Asia
Height: 4 to 6 feet
Spread: 3 to 5 feet
Shape: Dense, upright, rounded

Bloom Time: June - August

Bloom Color: Deep Red
Flower/Fruit: Very Fragrant Red flowers up to 3 inches across followed by large hips that persist into winter.

Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Fall Color: Yellow, orange and red

Drought Tolerance: Medium-High

Water: Medium
Maintenance: Medium

Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Best grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soil. Adaptable to almost any soil condition, doing well whether in a moist or dry location. Impervious to bad weather.

Culture: Water deeply and regularly (mornings are best). Avoid overhead watering. Good air circulation promotes vigorous and healthy growth and helps control foliar diseases. Summer mulch helps retain moisture, keep roots cool and discourage weeds. Remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom. Crowns need winter protection in cold winter areas. Remove and destroy diseased leaves from plants (as practicable), and clean up and destroy dead leaves from the ground around the plants both during the growing season and as part of a thorough clean-up during winter (dormant season). Prune as needed in late winter to early spring.

Uses: Borders, Wild, cottage or rose gardens. Excellent for hedges.





Sowing Rosa rugosa rubra Seeds:

Rugosa Rose seeds possess a thick, impermeable seed-coat which prevents or significantly retards germination.

For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.

Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hours

Stratify: Cold 90-120 days, 40 Degrees F

Germination: Sow 1/4” Deep