Rosa rubrifolia (Shrub)
- Good for Cutting
A European native rose which is loved by gardeners and florists for its foliage as much as its flowers
The young growth is a coppery-mauve on purple stems, turning to a soft pewter as it matures. Single form flowers have a wild rose appearance, in deep magenta and white and are followed by deep orange hips that last through winter.
All rose petals are edible. As you might expect, they have a mild, floral taste and can be used to decorate cakes, puddings or baking. They are also a beautiful, scented addition to jugs of iced cordial or summer cocktails.
- Good for Cutting
Product details
- Type
- Shrub
- Position
- Container Garden, Cutting Garden
- Soil
- Broad Tolerance
- Flowers
- June - July
- Height
- 2.1m (7ft)
- Common name
- Rose
- Moisture
- Moist but Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Spread
- 1.5m (5ft)
Care Tips
Before planting bare root roses, soak roots in a bucket of water for at least 2 hours. Dig a hole that will accommodate the root ball comfortably and, to aid establishment, sprinkle mycorrhizal fungi (Rootgrow) into the base before planting.
Flowering Time
June - July
