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ROSA rugosa
Commonly known as Hedgehog rose, Japanese rose, Ramanas rose
RUGOSA
Purplish-red
Plant Details
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Good to know
Invasive. It is illegal to allow to grow in the wild. Introduced into UK by Robert Fortune, Scottish plant hunter, in 1848. Good wildlife plant. Healthy, hardy and good for hedging -
Medicinal properties
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Eastern Russia, northern China, Korea, Japan. -
Rosa
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DeciduousWrinkled, leaves composed of 7-9, narrowly oblong leaflets 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long sometimes turning yellow in autumnn
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Magenta-pink with pale yellow stamens -
Cup-shaped8cm (3in) across
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Fully hardy
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft) -
HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous, dense, Species rose with very prickly stems. Produces flowers singly or in small clusters followed by tomato-shaped red to orange-red hips
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Scented flowersFragrance (1-10) 7-8, very strong
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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)
1.2m (4ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub or mixed borderCoastal / windsweptGrows well in coastal areasCottage gardenSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Roses - Care Guide
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