Rosa rugosa, commonly known as the rugosa rose, is a flowering shrub in the Rosaceae family. Native to eastern Asia, it has been widely cultivated around the globe for its attractive flowers and hardy nature. Typically, the plant grows up to 2 meters tall and features dark green, deeply veined leaves with a rough texture. Its flowers, usually pink or white and sweetly fragrant, bloom from late spring to early summer.
The plant produces fruit known as rose hips, which are rich in vitamin C and commonly used to make tea or jam. Rosa rugosa thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Notably, it can tolerate salt spray, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens where other plants might struggle due to salt exposure from sea winds.
Once established, Rosa rugosa requires minimal maintenance. However, occasional pruning may be necessary to maintain its shape and size, as it tends to become quite bushy if left unattended.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Rosa
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 3-9
- Mature Height
- 0.91 m to 1.52 m
- Mature Spread
- 1.22 m to 1.83 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Yellow
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Pink, White, Red
- Flower Size
- 6.35 cm to 8.89 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
- Native Area
- Russia, Japan, Koppen, South Korea, China
