
Rosa rubrifolia
Redleaf rose
Deciduous shrub with a moderate growth rate. Wide form with arching branches and single pink flowers. Leaf color is more purple in full sun.
Zones: 2 - 8 Native to: Mountains of Europe Size: 10-12' tall
Leaves: color: red-green (showy) size: 1-1.5"
Flowers: type: cluster color: pink (showy) season: May-June size: 1”
Fruit: type: pome, hip color: glossy dark red (showy) season: summer-fall
Uses: landscaping (specimen)
Culture: Prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade. Likes any well-drained soil that is not highly acidic. Fertilize with manure or other highly organic material. Prune right after flowering to remove old canes and dead wood.
Tolerances: sun, wind, drought, diseases/pests, rocky soil, clay, sandy soil