Rosa rugosa Ramanus Rose Bare Root 40-60cm | Coastal Hedge

Rosa rugosa Ramanus Rose 40-60cm bare root plants thrive as fast-growing, wind and salt-resistant coastal hedges. This variety is drought tolerant and forms a dense, wildlife-friendly barrier in poor or sandy soils.

Key Features

• Height Supplied: 40-60cm bare root
• Growth Rate: Fast (up to 60cm per year under optimal conditions)
• Tolerates coastal wind, salt spray, and drought
• Hardy in USDA zones 2–8
• Single fragrant pink blooms and large ornamental red hips
• Disease resistant; minimal annual pruning required

Benefits & Use Cases

• Natural barrier hedging for homes, farms, and wildlife gardens
• Attracts bees, pollinators, and birds
• Low-maintenance; suitable for exposed and poor soil locations

FAQs

• Is Rosa rugosa wind and salt resistant? Yes, ideal for coastal sites and exposed areas.
• How does it compare to other fast-growing hedges? It matches or exceeds the growth rate of most common hedge species, with added hardiness in harsh environments.
• What is the benefit of bare root planting? Bare root plants establish rapidly in early spring, are cost-effective, and easier to transport.
• Does it attract wildlife? Yes, it supports pollinators, birds, and beneficial insects.
• How much maintenance is required? Only one annual pruning is needed; natural disease resistance minimizes care.

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.