Purple Pavement Rose
Purple Pavement Rose (Rosa rugosa 'Purple Pavement')
Purple Pavement Rose (Rosa rugosa 'Purple Pavement') is a compact, fragrant rugosa rose prized for its rich purple-red blooms, rugged foliage, and outstanding cold hardiness. Also known for its ability to thrive in challenging environments, this durable shrub rose is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes, coastal gardens, and erosion control.
Distinctive Features
This dense, mounding shrub typically grows 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, forming a tidy, spreading shape. Its heavily veined, dark green foliage provides excellent texture and disease resistance. Clusters of deep magenta-purple, semi-double blooms emerge repeatedly from late spring through fall, followed by large orange-red hips that persist into winter and attract birds.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soils
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9
Ideal Uses
- Focal point in coastal or rugged landscape settings
- Mass plantings for erosion control and bank stabilization
- Wildlife-friendly gardens with multi-season interest
- Low-maintenance borders or foundation plantings
- Salt-tolerant plantings near roads or driveways
Low Maintenance Care
- Prune in early spring to maintain shape and vigor
- Deadheading optional; hips provide ornamental and ecological value
- Mulch annually to suppress weeds and conserve moisture
- Fertilize lightly in spring if desired; generally not required
- Extremely resistant to pests, disease, and environmental stress
Why Choose Purple Pavement Rose
- Striking purple-red blooms with classic fragrance
- Compact, spreading habit perfect for tough sites
- Thrives in cold climates and poor soils
- Produces large, ornamental rose hips
- A low-maintenance focal point for naturalistic landscapes
Purple Pavement Rose delivers bold color, fragrance, and year-round interest�making it a hardy and eye-catching focal point for landscapes that demand resilience and beauty.
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