Rosa rugosa 'Alba' (White Rugosa Rose) — Bushy

Overview

Rosa rugosa 'Alba' is a bushy shrub in the genus Rosa, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall and 2 m wide. Rosa rugosa 'Alba' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedges, coastal gardens and borders. It is native to Eastern Asia.

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 pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Full sun
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Rosa rugosa 'Alba' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrub
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 2.0 m
Spread: 2 m
Suggested uses: Hedges, Coastal gardens, Borders
Native to: Eastern Asia
Fragrance: Strong, sweet

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Rosa rugosa 'Alba'

Cultivation: Tolerant of poor soils and salt spray; requires well-drained soil; prune after flowering to maintain shape
Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to remove old wood and shape the plant
Propagation: Cuttings, Layering
Pest resistance: Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose slugworm sawfly, Rose leaf-rolling sawfly, Deer, Rabbits
Disease resistance: Rose black spot, Rose rust, Replant disease, Rose dieback, Rose powdery mildew, Honey fungus, Rose blindness, Flower balling

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Rosa rugosa 'Alba'?

Tolerant of poor soils and salt spray; requires well-drained soil; prune after flowering to maintain shape.

Where is the best place to plant Rosa rugosa 'Alba'?

Rosa rugosa 'Alba' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.

What soil does Rosa rugosa 'Alba' need?

Rosa rugosa 'Alba' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.