Species rugosa rose

rugosa rose

Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE

Rugosa rose (Rosa "Jacruwhi" WILD SPICE) is a beautiful, resilient shrub that produces bright yellow-golden blooms and a fragrant, spicy scent. Its foliage is deep green with thorns that can help ward off garden critters. Once mature, the shrub can reach heights of up to 5 feet with multiple arching canes. It is drought and salt tolerant, making it a great choice for coastal landscaping. It can also be used in foundation plantings or hedges, and pruned to create a more sculptural look. Rugosa roses are a unique addition to any garden and are fantastic for cutting and making rose syrup, tea, or jam.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Pure white Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Fruits:

red,yellow,orange Fruits Ready In Summer

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE plants need to be watered on a regular basis, keeping the soil lightly moist but not waterlogged. Water early in the morning so the plant has the entire day to dry out. Depending on weather conditions they will need watering every 3 to 4 days in warm, dry climates or every 1 to 2 days in hot climates. When watering the rugosa rose, pour water at the base of the plant and avoid spraying water onto the delicate petals as this could cause damage.

sunlight

Rugosa rose (Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE) requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily during the summertime to bloom profusely. When the days become shorter and colder in the winter, the amount of sunlight it needs daily lessens and is typically around 4 to 6 hours per day. This plant species also thrives in locations with bright, indirect sunlight, such as near a south- or west-facing window. Providing rugosa rose with the right amount of sunlight will keep it healthy and blooming for years to come.

pruning

Rugosa roses (Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE) should generally be pruned 2 to 3 times a year; once in late winter before new growth appears, once in early summer to ensure good flower production before winter, and then once again in late autumn to prune away old or dead wood. When pruning, be sure to remove any dead, discolored, or weak stems. Also, prune back any branches that are growing too vigorously, and any stems that are growing outward. As well, remove any shoots that are too close together, any suckers that are sprouting up from below the graft union of the rose, and any crossing branches. When pruning, try to not remove more than 1/3 of the total mass in any 1 pruning session – this helps keep the rose healthy and makes it easier for you to manage the rose in the years to come.

Season

Fall
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Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE is usually in late August or early September.

Starts Flowering

Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE, also known as rugosa rose, typically starts flowering in June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Rosa 'Jacruwhi' WILD SPICE is usually in late August or early September.

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