About Snow Pavement Bare Root Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Schneekoppe’ Snow Pavement

The Snow Pavement Bare Root Rose Bush is a tough, highly fragrant Rugosa hybrid that delivers soft lilac-pink blooms that fade toward nearly white as they mature. Exceptionally hardy and salt-tolerant, it’s a workhorse for northern gardens, seaside plantings, and anyone who wants beauty with almost zero maintenance.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Rugosa Hybrid
🧬 Breeder: Kordes (Germany)
🎨 Color: Lilac-pink opening blooms that soften to blush and near-white
🌸 Petal Count: ~20–30 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Semi-double to double, crinkled Rugosa texture
📏 Bloom Size: ~3–4″
🔁 Flowering: Repeat bloomer from early summer through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Strong — classic Rugosa perfume
🏺 Vase Life: Good — sturdy petals, romantic texture

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Dense, rounded, suckering shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′ apart
↕️ Height: ~3–4′
↔️ Width: ~3–4′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Exceptional — Rugosa-grade toughness and reliability
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Extremely cold-hardy; salt-tolerant; thrives in coastal and northern climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest