How to grow Rugosa rose 'Rubra'
A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Rubra is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Ensure your soil has a ph of between 5.6 and 7.5 as Rubra is a weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil loving plant.
Growing Rubra from seed
Transplanting Rubra
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Rubra is a hardy plant.
Harvesting Rubra
This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early autumn.