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ROSA rubrifolia
Commonly known as Rose
SHRUB AND SPECIES
(glauca) - grey foliage, deep rose-pink flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowSyn. R. glauca. Good wildlife plant. Tolerates shade. Very disease-resistant
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Pests & DiseasesSee header 'ROSA'
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Place of originCentral and southern Europe.
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Rosa
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DeciduousLeaves each composed of 5-9 ovate to narrowly elliptic leaflets 2.5-4cm (1-1½in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Cerise-pink with paler pink centres and gold stamens
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsFlat flowers 2cm (¾in) across
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Fully hardy
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PurplePlum-purple
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous, arching Species rose with reddish green stems. Produces flowers in small clusters followed by spherical, red hips
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Scented flowersFragrance(1-10) 3-4, medium.
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
1.5m (5ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub or mixed borderCoastal / windsweptSuitable for an open site slightly back from the seaCottage gardenSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Roses - Care Guide
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