Rosa rugosa 'Alba'

Japanese rose

Family	Rosaceae
Plant Type	deciduous shrub
Zone	USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	medium
Height	1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread	0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
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Description	Rosa rugosa 'Alba' (Japanese rose) bears showy and fragrant flowers during early summer to late summer.
Typical Uses	Hedge.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Rosa rugosa 'Alba' . In autumn, Rosa rugosa 'Alba' is alight with fall colour.
Cautions	Thorns or spines can be a problem with Rosa rugosa 'Alba' (Japanese rose). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets.