GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Dog Rose

Rosa rugosa · Shrub

Hardiness

H7 Very hardy (to below −20°C)

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Height × Spread

100–150 cm × —

Soil

moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained; tolerant of poor soil and dry conditions; pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Flowering

March–August

Toxicity

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.

The Gardening Year

🌸 In flower

Rose rust: Prune out infected growth immediately and collect fallen leaves in autumn to reduce overwintering spores.

Rose black spot: Improve air circulation, remove affected foliage, and avoid wetting the leaves when watering.

Powdery mildew: Ensure good air circulation and prune out affected growth; avoid overhead watering to keep foliage dry.

Rose dieback: Prune affected wood back to healthy tissue at an angle and disinfect tools between cuts.

Aphids: Encourage natural predators like ladybirds or blast off infestations with a strong jet of water.