F. J. Grootendorst

The F. J. Grootendorst, Rosa Rugosa 'F. J. Grootendorst', displays clusters of small crimson flowers with frilled edges. These cute red flowers resemble fringed red carnations. It has crinkly, bright green foliage on a bushy, vigorous, upright shrub and blooms from June until frost. It will grow to about 2 1/2 if pruned back each spring. F. J. Grootendorst is very thorny like most rugosas and is a repeat bloomer. Grow in fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Provide good air circulation and remove fallen leaves to help prevent disease.