White Rugosa Rose
Rosa rugosa 'Alba'
Rosaceae
Other names
White Saltspray Rose, White Japanese Rose, White Turkestan Rose
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Horticultural Associates, Roses of Yesterday & Today Inc., Lake County Nursery Inc., Cayuga Landscape Company
Description
Vigorous medium-sized shrub with plentiful glossy, rich green foliage turning yellow in autumn. Fragrant, pure white, single flowers 9cm wide. Large tomato-like scarlet hips ripen in late summer. Plants 4-6' tall, 4-6' wide.
USDA Hardiness Zone
2
Special characteristics
hardiness, winter interest, environmental stress resistance