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Trailblazer Hedging
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Trailblazer Hedging

Rosa rugosa 'Rubra'

RHS Award of Garden Merit

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Supplied as bare root plants approximately 2 - 3 feet (60 - 90 cm) in height including roots.

Proven since Mr Shirley's original introduction in 1964. Trailblazer makes a sensational true Rose Hedge that thrives in all soils where weeds or grass grows well Plant 1ft apart to ensure maximum density, complete privacy and security. Rich lush green foliage - no disease from blackspot or mildew. Harmless if by chance animals choose to nibble. Rabbits don't eat it Needs no support. Richly perfumed large single and semi-double crimson cerise flowers with golden centres. Gorgeous scarlet red hips the size of tomatoes in Autumn - relished by game birds Strong transplants 12" - 18" tall at despatch. The habit of the rootstock is to produce numerous suckers which come true to habit and will ensure a really thick dense hedge of perfection. Recommended for us by all gardening journalists and consumer publications.

Plant 12" - 18" apart.
Ultimate height 7 feet. Can be trimmed to any height above 3 feet. Average annual growth rate 2 feet.
Ultimate width 4 feet. Can be trimmed to any width over 2ft.
Grows well in most soil types (including chalky and clay) except those prone to laying very wet.
Suitable for most aspects from full sun to partial shade. Does not perform well in dense shade.
Suitable for coastal areas.
Performs well in exposed/windy positions.
We are not aware that this plant is poisonous.
Plant Autumn / Winter / early Spring.

Recommended by the RHS to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.

Supplied as bare root plants approximately 2 - 3 feet (60 - 90 cm) in height including roots.

For a little more in depth information on Trailblazer Hedging you may find the following article of great use...
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