Botanical profile

Hardy rose 'Oscar Peterson'

Latin name
Rosa 'Oscar Peterson'
Common name
Hardy rose 'Oscar Peterson'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

The 'Oscar Peterson' Rugosa Rose is an elegant, free-flowering shrub with a bushy, dense habit, known for its abundant blooms and remarkable hardiness. It produces a profusion of pure white semi-double flowers, lightly enhanced with a golden center, which contrast beautifully with its lustrous dark green foliage. Highly disease-resistant, it maintains a healthy appearance throughout the season. Flowering from early summer until the first frosts, it fits perfectly in beds, borders, or as a standalone plant to bring brightness and refinement. Adapted to cold climates, the 'Oscar Peterson' Rugosa Rose attracts pollinators and requires little maintenance, making it a reliable choice for structuring a full-sun landscape with lasting freshness and elegance.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Very drought tolerant once established. Regular watering only the first year or during severe droughts.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
'-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Creamy white
Fruiting
Red rose hips at the end of the season
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rustic bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
90 cm (3 feet)
Width
90 cm (3 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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