Father Hugo Rose (Rosa xanthina forma hugonis (Rosa hugonis))-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Father Hugo Rose
Rosa xanthina forma hugonis (Rosa hugonis)

Father Hugo Rose flowers
Father Hugo Rose flowers
 
Features
Flowers are yellow, single with a mild fragrance; the flowers bloom in spring; rose "hips" are small and dark red. 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well-drained soil is best, but it will tolerate some dryness; will grow in poor soils. 
 
Cultivars
 
 
Mature Height
6-8 Feet
 
Size
Medium
 
 
Mature Width
5-6 Feet
 
Mature Form
Upright with arching canes 
 
Native To:
China 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8 
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
Dry Sites
Wind
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Uses
Border
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems
 
Additional Notes

 

 
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