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'Polar Ice', also known as 'Polareis,' is one of the most impressive, vigorous, and densely growing rugosa rose varieties, exemplifying every positive trait of a rugosa rose. With clusters of double, slightly nodding flowers, the green buds of 'Polar Ice' open to creamy white blooms with shell pink petals and deeper pink centers. The flowers smell lightly of baby powder, and the new, glossy, lime green foliage smells like strawberries and sweet grass. The fall foliage of this exceptional rose turns the brightest, clearest yellow of all the rugosas.
A lesser-known rugosa rose but one of the best of the crimson doubles, 'Dart's Dash' has large, fragrant blossoms with a typical spicy rugosa perfume. Its flowers are followed by the best and biggest display of showy hips of any rugosa available. Quick to establish, it is an excellent choice for a low hedge.
This rugosa rose has flattened, symmetrical, semi-double, snowy white flowers with a spicy clove scent. The blooms display well against the shrub's dense growth of deep green foliage. Crimson-hued buds add even more color to this lovely variety. The blossoms don't drop cleanly, so deadheading is necessary.
'Foxi' is an excellently performing new variety of rugosa rose. Large, open, semi-double flowers of rich pink with a nice showing of yellow stamens and a heady fragrance make it an outstanding choice. The blossoms and hips of 'Foxi' are particularly large in proportion to the smaller stature of the overall shrub.
'Wasagaming' (pronounced "wah-SAG-ah-ming") is truly mesmerizing. This prolific bloomer can outperform any other rugosa rose, possessing all the charm of the antique roses but with greater vigor and better growth habit. The cascade of cupped, double, rich pink blossoms spill across the shrub and cast a heavenly old-rose scent throughout the garden. Lovely and undemanding, 'Wasagaming' will thrive in less sunny but still bright conditions.
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