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Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton'

Also Known As

  • Sir Thomas Lipton Rose

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-8'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 4b-10b

Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton' plant details

Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton'

USDA Zones: 4b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Double cupped flowers of fragrant white recur all summer on this dense 6-8' undemanding shrub; dark-green leathery foliage is also attractive. S/M

Gardening facts about Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton' plant

How to Grow Rosa rugosa 'Sir Thomas Lipton'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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