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Redleaf Rose

Scientific name: Rosa rubrifolia
Taxonomy
Family:Rosaceae
Type:Deciduous shrubs
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:2 to 8
Sun:Full to partial sun
Moisture:Dry
Plant Characteristics
Height:6 ft
Width:5 ft
Bloom:Showy flowers
Bloom Time:May to June
Bloom Color:Pink
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description This lovely shrub species rose features purplish red foliage with a single reddish pink flower.

  Morphology:
This is a deciduous shrub which grows to 6’ in height with a spread of 5’. New growth emerges purplish bronze. Even the stems which bear the foliage and flowers is red which adds visual interest.

Flowers are cerise-pink, over 1” wide, and have distinct yellow male stamens. Rosehips follow blooms and are 1/2 inch long, smooth and red.

The main stems have decurved (point downward) prickles.

Synonymous with Rosa glauca.

  Adaptation:
While Redleaf Rose does best under conditions of full sun it will tolerate shade. In a garden setting consider planting RedLeaf Rose in mass plantings.

  Pests:
Resistant to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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