Rosa rubrifolia, also known as Rosa glauca, is a species rose admired for its unique, bluish-grey foliage with a hint of purple-red tones, which provides an excellent contrast in the garden. This hardy shrub grows to 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide, with a graceful, arching habit. In late spring to early summer, it produces small, single, pale pink flowers with a white center and golden stamens. The flowers are followed by small, round, bright red hips in autumn, adding seasonal interest. Rosa rubrifolia thrives in USDA zones 3 through 7, preferring full sun and well-drained soil. Known for its low-maintenance requirements and good disease resistance, it is an excellent choice for naturalistic plantings, mixed borders, or as a specimen plant. This species rose brings both foliage and flower beauty, making it a favorite for gardeners seeking subtle elegance.
Rose Profile
Rosa glauca (R. rubrifolia)
Rosa rubrifolia, also known as Rosa glauca, is a species rose admired for its unique, bluish-grey foliage with a hint of purple-red tones, which provides an excellent contrast in the garden. This hardy shrub…
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At-a-Glance Profile
Garden Personality
A quick portrait of how this rose grows, blooms, and earns its place in a home garden.
- Breeder
- Unknown
- Seller
- Greenmantle Nursery, High Country Roses
- Introduced
- 1830
- Optimal Zone
- 2
Bloom Style
How It Shows Up in the Garden
- Bloom Form
- Single
Garden Fit
Where It Is Most Comfortable
- Light
- Full Sun
- Rose Class
- Shrub, Species
- Color Family
- Pink
Background
Breeding and Source Notes
- Seller Signals
- Greenmantle Nursery, High Country Roses
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Rose Market
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| Seller | Listing | Price | Offers | Link |
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| Greenmantle Nursery | 2 gallon | $25.00 | — | Visit Seller |
| High Country Roses | Rosa Glauca | Out of stock |
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What Growers Notice
Notes, Photos, and Shared Experience
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