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Introduction:
The Japanese Rugosa Rose Bush (Rosa Rugosa) is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub known for its fragrant, colorful flowers and vibrant rose hips. Native to eastern Asia, this versatile rose bush is perfect for hedges, borders, or as a standalone ornamental plant. Its thick, textured foliage provides excellent coverage, and its blooms add a burst of color to any landscape from late spring to fall. The bright red hips that follow the flowers are not only decorative but can also be used to make rosehip tea or jam.
Plant Summary:
- Size: Grows to a height of 3-6 feet with a spread of 3-6 feet.
- Foliage: Thick, textured, dark green leaves that turn yellow in the fall.
- Flowers/Fruit: Fragrant, pink to white flowers bloom from late spring through fall, followed by bright red rose hips.
- Growth Habit: Dense, bushy habit with thorny stems.
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun.
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained, sandy soils but adapts to a variety of soil types.
- Hardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 2-7.
- pH Level: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.5 to 7.0).
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the bush.
- Pests/Diseases: Resistant to common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew.
Pollination:
The Japanese Rugosa Rose Bush is self-pollinating, producing abundant flowers that attract bees and other pollinators throughout the growing season. The large, colorful blooms give way to bright red rose hips in the fall, which can be harvested for use in teas, jams, or as ornamental additions to the garden.
Key Benefits:
- Produces large, fragrant flowers from late spring to fall, adding color and fragrance to your garden.
- Hardy and low-maintenance, making it ideal for hedges, borders, or as a standalone plant.
- Bright red rose hips add ornamental value and can be used for tea or jam.
- Resistant to common rose diseases, including black spot and powdery mildew.
- Provides habitat and food for birds and pollinators.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Prefers full sun for optimal flowering and growth.
- Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
- Soil Type: Grows best in well-drained, sandy soils but adapts to various soil types.
- Pollination: Self-pollinating, with flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.
- Growth Rate: Moderate-growing, reaching maturity in 5-7 years.
- Max Height/Width: Reaches 3-6 feet in height and spread.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the bush and remove deadwood.
Why You'll Love It:
The Japanese Rugosa Rose Bush is a stunning addition to any landscape, providing months of fragrant blooms and colorful rose hips. Its hardy, low-maintenance nature makes it ideal for gardeners of all skill levels. Whether used as a hedge, border, or ornamental feature, this shrub will bring beauty, fragrance, and practicality to your garden year after year.
Planting Tips:
Plant your Japanese Rugosa Rose Bush in early spring or fall in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Regular watering and occasional pruning will help the shrub thrive.
Flower Color:
Pink to white
Plant Class:
Deciduous Shrub
Plant Name:
Japanese Rugosa Rose Bush
Shipping Details:
Your Japanese Rugosa Rose Bush will be shipped as a bare root plant, carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in optimal condition. Bare root plants are shipped during dormancy to promote successful transplanting and establishment in your landscape.
