White Rugosa Rose Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' (Ru)
ABOUT
The Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' is a stunning shrub-type rose that is particularly noted for its showy flowers. The blooms are a pristine white, often with a luscious, creamy texture that can give them a rich appearance. These roses have a double-flower form, meaning that each blossom is lush with numerous petals densely packed together, offering a full and opulent look. The petals can sometimes display a subtle ruffling at the edges, which adds to their visual appeal. In contrast with the pure white petals, the stamens are usually a bright yellow, creating a striking contrast that is sure to catch the eye. The flowers emit a powerful and enchanting fragrance that can envelop the nearby area with a delightful scent. The leaves of the plant are a glossy, deep green that serves as a perfect backdrop to the luminous flowers, accentuating their brightness. The foliage is typically robust and provides a lush, dense cover across the branches. As a rose plant, its stems have the characteristic thorns that can vary in size and frequency along the stem. These sharp defenses are an integral part of the plant's structure. Throughout its blooming season, the Rose 'Blanche Double de Coubert' continuously produces its stunning flowers in flushes, providing an extended display of its alluring blossoms. Despite the absence of details related to the plant's dimensions, it's clear that the Rose 'Blanche Double de Coubert' offers a visually striking addition to any garden, where its presence is characterized by its pure white flowers, sumptuous scent, and luxurious double petals against a canvas of vibrant green foliage.
About this plant
NamesFamily
Rosaceae.
Synonyms
Blanche Double de Coubert Rose, Rugosa Rose, Double White Rugosa Rose, White Rugosa Rose.
Common names
Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' (Ru)
ToxicityTo humans
The plant commonly known as Rugosa Rose is not considered toxic to humans. Ingesting parts of this plant does not typically result in poisoning. Therefore, there are no common symptoms of poisoning associated with the Rugosa Rose when it comes to human consumption. However, it's worth noting that any non-food plant ingested in large amounts could potentially cause some degree of gastrointestinal discomfort or other non-specific symptoms due to the plant's fibrous material and natural compounds.
To pets
The Rugosa Rose is not toxic to pets. It is generally considered safe for dogs, cats, and other household pets. While the plant is not poisonous, ingestion of large quantities of plant material may cause mild stomach upset in some pets, similar to how they might react to any non-food item. However, the thorns of the Rugosa Rose could potentially cause physical injury if a pet were to chew on or swallow them, but this is not related to toxicity.
CharacteristicsLife cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
White
Height
5 feet (1.52 meters)
Spread
4 feet (1.22 meters)
Plant type
Shrub
Hardiness zones
3
Native area
Cultivar
Benefits
General Benefits- Aesthetic Appeal: Provides a classic and elegant look to gardens with its full, double-white blooms.
- Fragrance: Emits a strong and pleasant fragrance, enhancing the sensory experience of gardens.
- Pollinator Attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, supporting local ecosystems.
- Landscape Versatility: Its shrub form can be incorporated into various landscape designs, such as borders, hedges, and specimen plantings.
- Cut Flower Use: Blooms are suitable for use in floral arrangements, adding beauty indoors.
- Historical Significance: As a heritage rose variety, it provides an element of tradition and nostalgia to gardens.
- Hardiness: Demonstrates strong resistance to cold climates, ensuring survival in a range of environmental conditions.
- Disease Resistance: Exhibits a good resistance to common rose diseases, requiring less maintenance.
- Long Blooming Season: Offers flowers from late spring to fall, providing long-lasting garden interest.
Medical PropertiesThis plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying QualitiesThis plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses- Rugosa roses are sometimes used in perfume making due to their strong and pleasant fragrance; the petals can be distilled into an essential oil or used to infuse alcohol with their scent.
- The petals of Rugosa roses can be used to dye fabric or paper, resulting in beautiful and natural pink hues.
- These roses can be incorporated into potpourri blends for their fragrance and aesthetic appeal.
- Rugosa rosehips, the fruit of the rose plant, are often used to make rosehip jam, jelly, or syrup, after the flower has been pollinated and the petals have fallen.
- Rose petals from Rugosa roses can be added to baths for a luxurious and fragrant experience, promoting relaxation.
- They can be used in crafting homemade candles, by embedding the petals in wax, to add a natural scent and visual interest.
- Rugosa roses can be used as natural confetti at weddings and celebrations, which is biodegradable and more eco-friendly than paper or plastic confetti.
- When dried, the petals and buds of these roses make for beautiful additions to decorative wreaths or floral arrangements.
- Rose water made from Rugosa roses can be used as a gentle facial toner or a linen spray for a fresh, floral scent.
- In gourmet cooking, the petals may be crystallized with sugar for an edible decoration on cakes and desserts or used in rose-flavored pastries.
Interesting Facts
Feng ShuiThe White Rugosa Rose is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign CompitabilityThe White Rugosa Rose is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism- Purity: The white color of Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' suggests purity and innocence, commonly associated with white roses.
- New Beginnings: Roses are often seen as a symbol of new beginnings and hope, with white roses specifically symbolizing fresh starts and rejuvenation.
- Remembrance: White roses such as Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' can be used to convey remembrance and reverence, making them suitable for memorials or as a sign of respect.
- Reverence: The elegant and solemn beauty of the white rose can express reverence, showing deep respect or admiration.
- Secrecy: Historically, the white rose was a symbol for secrecy, with the term "sub rosa" (under the rose) indicating confidentiality and privacy.
- Innocence: Associated with the pure, untainted beauty of a white rose, innocence is often conveyed by Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert'.
- Spirituality: The pristine white of these roses can also symbolize spirituality and heavenly purity, often used in religious contexts.
WaterThe White Rugosa Rose should be watered deeply once a week during its growing season, ensuring that the water penetrates to the roots. Aim to provide about 1 to 1.5 inches of water each time, which equates to approximately 0.62 to 0.93 gallons for a typical rose bush. During hot, dry spells, water twice a week, but reduce watering to every other week when weather is cool and damp. In winter or during periods of heavy rain, it may not be necessary to water at all. It's important to avoid overhead watering to prevent leaf diseases; instead, use a soaker hose or drip irrigation at the base of the plant.
LightThe White Rugosa Rose thrives best in full sunlight, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sun per day. A spot that gets morning sunlight is ideal as it helps dry dew from the leaves and can reduce the risk of some fungal diseases. Partial shade can be tolerated, but too little light can impede blooming and lead to an unhealthy plant.
TemperatureThe White Rugosa Rose is hardy and can generally withstand temperatures as low as -20°F in winter and is comfortable in summer temperatures up to 90°F. However, the ideal growing temperature range for this plant is between 65°F and 75°F. Providing adequate water and mulch can help the plant endure temperature extremes.
PruningPrune the White Rugosa Rose in late winter or early spring before new growth starts, to shape the plant, remove dead or diseased wood, and encourage healthy growth and blooming. Prune out weak or crossing branches to allow for good air circulation. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, will encourage reblooming through the season.
CleaningAs needed
SoilThe best soil mix for the White Rugosa Rose should be well-draining, rich in organic matter, and have a pH range between 5.6 and 6.5. A mixture of loam, well-rotted compost, and aged manure will provide the nutrients and structure this rose variety thrives in.
RepottingWhite Rugosa Roses are typically not grown in containers and therefore do not require repotting. They are best planted in the garden where they can spread and establish a permanent root system.
Humidity & MistingWhite Rugosa Roses are adaptable to various humidity levels but prefer average garden conditions. They do well outdoors where the natural environment provides suitable humidity without the need for specific control.
Suitable locationsIndoor
Provide bright light, cool temps, and regular water.
Outdoor
Plant in full sun, enrich soil, water deeply, mulch.
Hardiness zone
3-9 USDA
Life cycleThe Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' (Ru), commonly known as the Hybrid Rugosa Rose, starts its life cycle when a seed germinates in the soil, given adequate moisture and temperature conditions. Upon sprouting, the seedling begins to develop roots and shoots, entering into the vegetative growth stage, where it forms a strong bushy structure with pinnate leaves. During the flowering stage, typically in late spring to early summer, it produces fragrant, white double flowers which are pollinated by insects or other natural means. Following pollination, the plant forms rose hips (fruit) that contain seeds, completing its reproductive cycle. In the autumn, this deciduous shrub enters a dormancy phase where it sheds leaves to conserve energy through the winter. The plant can live for many years, repeating this cycle seasonally, and can propagate through cuttings or layering in addition to seed production.
PropogationPropogation time
Spring-Early Summer
Propogation: The most popular method of propagating the White Rugosa Rose, scientifically known as Rosa 'Blanche Double de Coubert' (Ru), is through softwood cuttings. This technique commonly takes place in late spring or early summer when the new growth is still tender and green. To propagate, a gardener selects healthy, non-flowering shoots and snips off a 6 inch (approximately 15 cm) length. The cut is made just below a leaf node, and the lower leaves are removed. The basal end of the cutting may be dipped in rooting hormone to stimulate root development and then it is placed in a pot filled with a mix of peat and perlite. The cutting should be kept moist and in a warm, bright place out of direct sunlight until roots have formed, which typically takes several weeks. It is also crucial to maintain adequate humidity by covering the pot with a plastic bag or placing it in a propagator.
