About Rosa ‘Moje Hammarberg’ Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Moje Hammarberg’ — Rugosa Rose

The Moje Hammarberg Rugosa rose is a hardy, no-nonsense shrub that delivers big violet-crimson blooms and a strong spicy fragrance—built to withstand weather, neglect, salt air and still look impressive. A true workhorse for resilient gardens.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Rugosa Shrub Rose
🧬 Origin: Sweden, 1931
🎨 Color: Deep violet-crimson (magenta) blooms
🌸 Petal Count: ~17–25 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Double to semi-double, casually elegant
📏 Bloom Size: ~3–4″
🔁 Flowering: Flushes from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Strong, spicy scent
🏺 Vase Life: Very good — blooms hold up well in casual arrangements

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Dense, rounded shrub with a spreading habit
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
📐 Spacing: ~3′ apart
↕️ Height: ~3-4′
↔️ Width: ~3-4′
Also tolerant of poor soils, salt air, windy/coastal conditions.

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent — Rugosa-type hardiness, very tough foliage
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Strong performance in both very cold and warm climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Coastal • Midwest • Northeast • Salt-air sites