ROSA HANSA / HANSA ROSE

ROSA HANSA / HANSA ROSE

A Hardy Rugosa Rose with Deep Purple-Pink Blooms
Rosa Hansa, commonly known as Hansa Rose, is a classic rugosa rose prized for its richly scented, deep purple-pink double blooms and exceptional hardiness. Flowering heavily in early summer with repeat blooms through the season, it also produces large, ornamental rose hips in fall. Its rugged nature, glossy dark green foliage, and strong fragrance make it a standout choice for cold climates and naturalized landscapes.

Why Choose Hansa Rose?

Comparison: Hansa is one of the most reliable and fragrant rugosa roses available. Compared to modern shrub roses, it offers superior cold hardiness, salt tolerance, and resistance to pests and disease, making it ideal for tough sites.

Companions: Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, Spirea, Potentilla, native shrubs, and coastal or naturalized plantings. It also works well in hedges, mass plantings, and along driveways or property edges.

Key Features:

• Fragrant Double Blooms: Deep purple-pink flowers with a strong, classic rose scent.
• Decorative Rose Hips: Large red hips provide fall and winter interest.
• Exceptional Hardiness: Extremely cold-hardy and tolerant of poor soils and salt.
• Excellent Disease Resistance: Naturally resistant to black spot and mildew.
• Low Maintenance: Tough, long-lived rose ideal for low-care landscapes.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 1.2–1.8 m tall
• Mature Width: 1.2–1.8 m wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 2–7

Hansa Rose is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a fragrant, extremely hardy rose with classic beauty and rugged reliability. Its bold blooms, attractive hips, and resilience make it perfect for hedges, mass plantings, and naturalized landscapes.