Rosa rugosa
Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/04/2008 - 13:52
Details
Rosa rugosa
Family
Rosaceae
Genus
Rosa
Species
Common Name(s)
Rugosa rose, Hedgehog rose, China rose, Japanese rose, Turkestan rose, Rose
Synonym(s)
Features
Ratings
Description
This species is used to produce rosehip jelly. It will flower during the late spring and late autumn, followed by large hips. The foliage is dark and glossy. Give them a fairly rich soil.
Microclimate
Sun
Shelter
Aspect
Hardiness
Drainage
Semi-moist conditions
Soil Type
clay, chalky or sandy soil.
Soil Ph
Connections
Making Connections
Foliage
Height (m) :
1 - 2.5
Spread (m) :
1.5 - 2.5
Growth Habit :
Type :
Colour :
Yellow, Green, Pink
Scent :
Pleasant
Seasons
Planting :
Flowering :
Late Spring - Late Autumn
Fruit :
Early Autumn - Early Autumn
Flowers
Colour :
Pink
Size :
Quite small (1 to 3 cm)
Profusion :
Profuse
Scent :
Pleasant
Sex :
Fruit
Type :
hips, berry-like
Colour :
Size :
Edibility :
Notes
Propagation
Cultivation
General