Overview
Rosa rugosa is a shrub in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall and 2 m wide. Rosa rugosa grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedges, coastal gardens and erosion control. It is native to Eastern Asia (China, Japan, Korea and southeastern Siberia).
About
Rosa rugosa is a species of rose native to eastern Asia, in northeastern China, Japan, Korea and southeastern Siberia, where it grows on beach coasts, often on sand dunes. It is naturalized in much of Europe and parts of the United States and Canada.
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About the genus
A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rosa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Rosa rugosa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Spread
- 2 m
- Suggested uses
- Hedges, coastal gardens, erosion control
- Native to
- Eastern Asia (China, Japan, Korea, southeastern Siberia)
- Fragrance
- Strong, sweet fragrance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rosa rugosa
- Cultivation
- Tolerant of poor soils and salt spray; requires well-drained soil
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood
- Propagation
- Cuttings, seeds, layering
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Rosa rugosa?
Tolerant of poor soils and salt spray; requires well-drained soil.
Where is the best place to plant Rosa rugosa?
Rosa rugosa prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Rosa rugosa need?
Rosa rugosa is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Rosa rugosa?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
How big does Rosa rugosa grow?
Rosa rugosa reaches a height of 2.0 m and a spread of 2 m.
Is Rosa rugosa hardy in the UK?
Rosa rugosa has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Rosa rugosa?
Cuttings, seeds, layering.
More in the Rosa genus
- Rosa 'Alpine Sunset' (HT)
- Rosa 'Barbara Richards' (HT)
- Rosa 'Chaplin's Pink Companion' (Cl)
- Rosa 'Dutch Gold' (HT)
- Rosa 'Gavotte' (HT)
- Rosa 'Geranium Red' (F)
- Rosa 'Hovyn de Tronchère' (HT)
- Rosa 'Mabel Morrison' (HP)
