Rosa rugosa (Hedgehog Rose) 60-80cm bare root
Product Description
1 x bare root 2yr old plants approx 60-80cm tall
A dense growing rose with dark green 'crinkled' leaves. The scented,single dark pink flowers are borne in summer followed by very large red rose hips. It has a long flowering period. These roses will grow on most soils (but avoid very wet conditions) and will reach an eventual height of up to 8ft. Hedging roses are good for creating a thorny, dense barrier that has the benefit of bearing very pretty flowers and berries.
Recommended planting distance: 5 per metre
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Suitable for: Single species hedge in garden (must not be allowed to spread into the countryside)
Features: Flowers, hips, wildlife friendly
Bare root plants: These plants can be planted anytime between November and March. We keep our bare root hedging in tubs of damp compost at the nursery. If you are not planting your plants immediately then keep the roots damp (preferably in compost) and out the sun until you are ready to plant.
Please note: Rosa rugosa is clasified as a non-native, invasive species and is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act so must not be allowed to spread into the wild. It is your responsibility to ensure this otherwise you can be subject to legal action.
