Rosa Rugosa Red, Single mauve, very fragrant blossoms repeat all summer on this selection of the Rosa rugosa species. Blossoms are followed by very large orange-red hips in late summer and last all winter. Bumble bees are always visiting the blossoms on this rose. They'll even share the blossom with you to take in a quick whiff of its fragrance.

The Living Fence Rose! Heavily scented large flowers usually deep pink to red, June to August producing seed pods (rose hips) which ripen August to October. This rose grows at a rate of up to two feet per year and will grow up to 6 feet tall. This plant is excellent for hedges.
 

Completely disease resistant and winter hardy to Zone 2. Suitable for most any well drained soil. Space plants 24 inches apart in the row to create a fast growing hedge. In warmer climates, such as zone 8, this plant may keep its leaves over mild winters.

Rosa Rugosa Red ( 5 ) plants $17.95  
Rosa Rugosa Red ( 10 ) plants $32.95  
Rosa Rugosa Red ( 20 ) plants $64.95
 

Planting Zones: 2-8
Light requirements: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Soil Conditions: Moist, Well Drained
Height at Maturity: 6 - 10 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Fruiting: Yes
Flowering: Yes
Bloom Color: Pink, Red
Bloom Season: Fall, Spring, Summer