This deciduous shrub features a dense, bushy habit with rugged, dark green foliage, providing a lovely textured backdrop. Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 2–7, it is highly adaptable to cold climates and prefers temperatures between 50–70°F during the growing season. Producing fragrant, cup-shaped pink flowers throughout summer, this plant attracts pollinators with its vibrant blooms. In fall, it may display yellowish foliage and develops bright red, edible rose hips as fruit, extending its seasonal interest. It grows best in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil and reaches a mature height of 4–6 feet. Its tough, thorny stems provide excellent deer resistance and make it a resilient choice for hedges, borders, or coastal gardens.
