Rugosa Rose on the Lake

Pink Rugosa Rose

Rosa Rugosa

Yesterday we spent the day at Lake Michigan and the roses were in bloom there, as well. The rugosa rose is well suited to just such an environment, surviving in sand as well as other adverse conditions, with a minimum of care.

The harsh thorniness of the rugosa discourages the deer from nibbling and apparently their fragrance is also distasteful to the deer. We saw several potential munchers in the area.

 The pink rose and the beautiful blue lake were a perfect pairing on this cool June day.