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.

Key Information for Japanese Rugosa Rose – Bare Root, 18-24 in | Rosa rugosa (Rosa rugosa):

• 📏Size: Rugosa Rose is a deciduous shrub that typically reaches a height of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 m) and a spread of 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 m).
• 🍂Foliage: The foliage of Rugosa Rose is deciduous and pinnately compound, with wrinkled, leathery leaves that turn yellow in the fall.
• 🌼Flowers & Fruit: In summer, Rugosa Rose produces showy, fragrant flowers in various colors, including pink, white, and red. The flowers are followed by large, round, red or orange hips that are rich in vitamin C and attract birds and wildlife.
• ↕️Growth Habit: Rugosa Rose has an upright, spreading growth habit with thorny stems.
• ☀️Sunlight: Rugosa Rose thrives in full sun and is tolerant of a range of light conditions.
• 🪨Soil: Rugosa Rose prefers well-drained soil and is adaptable to poor, sandy, or clay soils.
• 🗺️Hardiness: Rugosa Rose is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9.
• 🧪pH Level: Rugosa Rose prefers a soil pH between 5.5 and 7.0.
• 🌳Pruning: Pruning of Rugosa Rose should be done in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches and prune to shape the shrub as needed.
• 🐛Pests & Disease: Rugosa Rose is generally resistant to pests and diseases. Regular care can help maintain a healthy shrub.

Pollination of Japanese Rugosa Rose – Bare Root, 18-24 in | Rosa rugosa (Rosa rugosa):

Rugosa Rose flowers are hermaphroditic, containing both male and female reproductive parts. The flowers are insect-pollinated and attract bees and butterflies. The large, colorful hips that follow are a valuable food source for birds and wildlife. Rugosa Rose is an excellent choice for coastal gardens, seaside landscapes, and wildlife habitats. The shrub's resistance to salt spray and tolerance to poor soils make it suitable for challenging planting sites. Rugosa Rose is valued for its fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and ornamental hips. The rose hips are used for making herbal teas, jams, and skincare products. The shrub's thorny stems provide natural barriers and deter wildlife browsing. Rugosa Rose is an important plant for supporting biodiversity and providing habitat and food for wildlife species. Conservation efforts focus on promoting native roses like Rugosa Rose for their ecological benefits, cultural significance, and contribution to coastal ecosystems. Sustainable landscaping practices emphasize the use of native plants to enhance coastal resilience and preserve the unique biodiversity of coastal areas.

Fertilization

It is generally recommended to wait to fertilize a bare root plant until it has been established in the ground and is actively growing. This can vary depending on the type of plant and the growing conditions, but it is generally best to wait at least a few weeks to a few months after planting.

During the first year, you should focus on providing the plant with the right amount of water, sunlight and soil to help it become established. Once the plant has become established and is actively growing, you can begin to fertilize it.

You can use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or one that is specifically formulated for the type of plant you have. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer package and apply it at the recommended rate.

It is also important to note that over-fertilizing can be harmful to plants, so it's always best to error on the side of caution and start with a lower amount of fertilizer and increase as needed.

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