Rosa 'Russelliana'

Also Known As

Rosa 'Russeliana'
Russeliana Old Spanish Rose
Russeliana Russel's Cottage Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Rosa 'Russelliana' plant details

Rosa 'Russelliana' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa 'Russelliana'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa 'Russelliana'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We received material for this lovely & very old (it was introduced in 1840 or so) multiflora rambler from our friend Marion Brenner. It was a mystery in her garden for many years & remained unidentified until she discovered its twin on a visit to Alcatraz, which is home to gardens that were long ago planted for the benefit of the people who lived on “The Rock” when it was an active prison. It’s tenacity & tolerance of harsh sites is one of the defining characteristics of this Rose, which is, in addition, is very double & very fragrant. It’s a once bloomer (in mid-Spring) with distinctive foliage & (clearly) it does well here in the Bay Area. Blooms are of medium size, blooming pink & fading to purple. Grows to 10-20’ in time.