Bare Root Dog Rose Hedging (Rosa canina) 60-80cm

Bare Root Dog Rose (Rosa canina) 60-80cm is a native UK hedging option ideal for wildlife habitats, security, and coastal gardens. Hardy, salt-tolerant, and suitable for mixed hedging, Dog Rose thrives in exposed or nutrient-poor soils.

Key Features

• Wildlife benefits: Pink or white flowers attract pollinators; bright red rose hips feed birds each autumn.
• Robust growth: Grows 1-3m high; tolerates wind, salt spray, and poor soil.
• Bare root advantages: More economical, easier handling, and rapid establishment in hedgerows.
• Security: Prickly, curved thorns deter intruders, creating an effective boundary.

FAQ

• Is dog rose good for wildlife hedges? Yes, it supports pollinators and birds with nectar and fruit.
• How does it compare in coastal or windy areas? Dog Rose is highly tolerant of exposed, saline conditions, outperforming many hedging plants.
• Does bare root planting offer benefits? Bare root plants are often less expensive and adapt quickly once planted.
• Will dog rose thrive in poor soil? Yes, it is adapted to less fertile soils and exposed sites.
• Are thorns effective for security? Yes, dense, thorny stems help create a secure, deterrent hedge.

Planting and care

This is a bare-root plant, supplied dormant between November and March. Plant within a few days of arrival for best results, keeping the roots moist and out of direct sun until they go in the ground. Standard spacing is 3 plants per metre, or 5 per metre for a denser, faster screen.

Read our complete bare-root hedging buyer's guide for full instructions on when to plant, how to handle the plants on arrival, planting depth, spacing for different uses, and what to expect in the first season.