Harvesting of the fruits from Rosa rubiginosa typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
sweet briar rose
Rosa rubiginosa
The Sweet Briar Rose (Rosa rubiginosa) is a stunning perennial shrub in the rose family. It is an old-fashioned favourite, growing to around 1.5 metres in height with arching branches, which are covered in fragrant pink and white flowers. During the summer months, the foliage is dark and glossy and provides rich texture to the garden. The flowers have five petals and are thought to be very popular with bees. This is an ideal choice for informal hedging, and is perfect for a cottage garden display.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Fruits:
red,purple Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Sweet Briar Roses (Rosa rubiginosa) should be watered twice a week while they are actively growing. Water deeply, making sure water reaches the roots of the plant, and avoid getting the foliage wet. During hotter months, extra watering may be necessary if the soil becomes dry. When the roses are in bloom, you should reduce the amount of water as this encourages blooms and can help reduce disease. Water in the morning or evening - never in the middle of the day.
sunlight
Sweet briar rose (Rosa rubiginosa) should receive full sun for optimum growth. This plant species prefers 6-8 hours of sunlight a day, preferably with some morning sun and afternoon shade. It can handle more sun in cooler climates, but too much direct afternoon sun in warmer climates can lead to scorching. Sweet briar rose can handle temperatures down to USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, meaning it can withstand temperatures as low as -25 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit.
pruning
Sweet briar roses should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Prune out any damaged branches or stems that are not healthy and away from the crown. Thin out the center of the rose bush by removing some of the oldest, thick branches. Prune lightly to shape the bush and open up the center of the plant by cutting back the taller branches. Cutting off the spent blooms from the previous year's flowers will encourage new blooms. To encourage a greater flowering, prune the stems lightly, back to 2 or 3 buds.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Sweet briar rose typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of the fruits from Rosa rubiginosa typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
