If you’d like to enjoy beautiful rose hips in your garden, follow these tips:
- Choose the right roses – Select varieties with single, semi-double, or cupped bloom forms, as they tend to produce more hips.
- Stop pruning - Avoid deadheading or heavy pruning after September 1st to allow hips to develop.
- Provide proper care – Ensure your roses receive consistent watering with good drainage.
- Encourage pollinators – Attract bees and other pollinators by planting companion plants or creating a naturalized edge or hedgerow.
- Let nature take its course – Allow flowers to fade and fall naturally instead of removing spent blooms.
By following these steps, you’ll encourage healthy hip production and enjoy their ornamental beauty in the fall and winter!