Micrugosa Alba (Rosa X micrugosa 'Alba'), Shrub

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Dr. C. C. Hurst (Dr. C. C. Hurst), 1910

Also known as

Rosa X micrugosa 'Alba'

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Brief summary

Modern Rose, shrub "Micrugosa Alba", United Kingdom, introduced by Dr. C. C. Hurst in 1910, Usually is white in color, single count petal count, blooms 8 cm in size, repeat rebloom, has light fragrance, the bush shape can be upright, 120 - 150 cm in height, Up to 120 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, thornless or has nearly no thorns.

Main characteristics

Aroma

USDA Zone 6

-23°С

Rebloom

Bush Shape

Size

Height

120 - 150 cm

Width

Up to 120 cm

Bloom size

8 cm

Buds / Stem

Petal Count

Single count

Resistance

Heat

Shade

Rain

Black Spot

Mildew

More information

The white, near white, or white blend Shrub rose, registered as 'Micrugosa Alba', was bred by Dr. C. C. Hurst in the United Kingdom around 1910. It is a cross of Hybrid Roxburghii, Hybrid Rugosa, Shrub, and Species Cross. The flowers are white with a mild fragrance and have an average diameter of 3 inches. The blooms are large, single, with 4-8 petals, and are mostly solitary in form, with occasional repeats later in the season.

The plant is bushy and upright, equipped with thorns or prickles. It has large, semi-glossy, medium green foliage with 7 to 11 leaflets. The height ranges from 31 inches to 4 feet 11 inches (80 to 150 cm) and can spread up to 4 feet (up to 120 cm) in width. It is suitable for USDA zones 6b through 9b. The patent status is unknown. The parentage involves Rosa roxburghii Tratt. × Rosa rugosa Thunb.