Botanical profile

Hardy rose 'Nicolas'

Latin name
Rose 'Nicolas'
Common name
Hardy rose ‘Nicolas’
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The hardy rose Rosa ‘Nicolas’ is a robust and free-flowering Canadian variety prized for its vibrant deep red blossoms and remarkable resistance to harsh winters. This shrub rose produces abundant blooms throughout the summer season, bringing color and intensity to beds, flowering hedges, and landscape designs. Its dense dark green foliage highlights the richness of the flowers while providing an excellent decorative presence. Suited for northern climates, Rosa ‘Nicolas’ requires little maintenance and demonstrates excellent tolerance to difficult conditions, making it a sustainable choice for residential gardens. Its balanced growth habit is suitable for both isolated plantings and larger landscape compositions. Grown in full sun in well-drained soil, this rose attracts pollinators and offers prolonged flowering that beautifies the garden until the first frosts.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Moderate to regular in season
Soil type
Rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
-34°C (-30°F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Late spring to autumn
Flower color
Bright red
Fruiting
Red rosehips
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Bushy
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
Width
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.