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Rosa rugosa

Rosa rugosa

Rosa rugosa

 

Exposure: Full sun. Zones 2-7.
Soil: Easy to grow. Prefers well-drained organic soils but is quite tolerant of a variety fo soils.
Growth habits: A sturdy multiple-stemmed species rose 4 to 6 feet tall and wide with bristly stems and fragrant, single 3 inch rose flowers in early summer followed by bright orange large rose hips dramatically displayed against the dark green foliage.
Landscape uses: Shrub borders, privacy or security hedges, forest gardens.
Edible/Medicinal properties: Highly-nurirtious fruits with loads of vitamin C are eaten fresh, stewed or pureed, and can make the finest jelly. Flowers can be used for teas and syrups.

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