Pink Beach Rose (Rosa Rugosa) is a robust and hardy shrub known for its fragrant pink flowers and large, vibrant red hips. Ideal for coastal gardens, sandy soils, hedges, and ornamental landscaping, this variety thrives in challenging conditions, including salty air and sandy terrain.

Rosa Rugosa is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its large red hips are not only visually striking but can also be used for jams, jellies, and natural remedies. Perfect for gardeners seeking a resilient and beautiful addition to seaside or sand gardens.

Features

• Premium Non-GMO Rosa Rugosa seeds
• Produces fragrant pink flowers and large red hips
• Hardy, low-maintenance, and tolerant of coastal conditions
• Ideal for ornamental landscaping, hedges, and sandy soils
• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
• Perfect for seaside gardens and erosion control
• Drought-tolerant and salt-tolerant

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Rosa Rugosa
• Common Name (US): Pink Beach Rose, Seaside Rose, Sand Rose
• Plant Type: Perennial shrub
• Flower Color: Pink
• Foliage: Dark green, glossy, fragrant leaves
• Height: 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 m)
• Spread: 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m)
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Soil pH: 5.5–7.5
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Temperature Range: -20 to 90°F (-29 to 32°C)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–7
• Days to Germination: 21–45 days
• Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with soil; ¼–½ inch
• Plant Spacing: 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 m)
• Life Cycle: Perennial shrub
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Easy to Moderate
• Uses: Coastal gardens, hedges, ornamental landscaping, erosion control, edible rose hips, wildlife-friendly garden

Planting Guide

• When to Sow: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost or directly sow outdoors after last frost.
• Seed Treatment: Stratify seeds in moist sand for 8–12 weeks to improve germination.
• Seed Depth: Cover lightly with ¼–½ inch soil.
• Germination: Keep soil moist at 65–75°F (18–24°C); expect 21–45 days.
• Light: Full sun for optimal flowering and hip production.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination; reduce after seedlings establish.
• Maintenance: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead or diseased branches.