shrub

Pink Brick House Rose

Rosa 'Pink Brick House'

The Story

Plant Bio

Roses are woody perennial flowering plants of the genus Rosa, prized for their often fragrant flowers which come in a vast range of colors, forms, and sizes.

Pink Brick House is an exceptionally tough and floriferous shrub rose, boasting a dense, compact habit and an incredible resistance to diseases. It produces continuous waves of bright, dark pink flowers all season long.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides a massive, non-stop display of vibrant dark pink flowers that cover the plant from top to bottom. Its dense, rounded habit creates a neat, attractive shrub that looks great all season.

Its exceptional hardiness and disease resistance make it a true 'plant it and forget it' rose, ideal for low-maintenance hedges, mass plantings, and public spaces where durability is key.

The constant supply of flowers offers a reliable food source for bees and other pollinators throughout the growing season. The dense branching provides shelter for beneficial insects.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

42 inches

Width

42 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

15+ years

Native To

Cultivated hybrid

Toxicity

Mildly toxic to pets if ingested; thorns are a hazard.

Bloom period

Late spring – Mid-fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Plant in a location with a minimum of six hours of direct sun.
Dig a hole twice the diameter of the container.
Amend the soil with compost to improve drainage and fertility.
Set the plant in the hole so the crown is level with the surrounding soil.
Backfill the hole, firm the soil, and water thoroughly.
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the plant's base.

Pro Tip

This rose is as tough as its name implies; don't be afraid to prune it hard with hedge shears for a very low-maintenance hedge.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide full sun for maximum flower production.
Water deeply during dry periods, especially the first year.
Prune annually in late winter to encourage vigorous new growth.
Plant in well-drained soil.

Don't

Don't plant in a shady or waterlogged location.
Avoid frequent, shallow watering.
Don't worry about spraying for diseases; its resistance is top-notch.
Don't fertilize late in the growing season.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Rock-solid performer for mass plantingsDurable and colorful low hedgeNo-fuss accent for perennial borders

Companion Plants

Geranium 'Rozanne'Nepeta 'Walker's Low'Salvia 'Caradonna'Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'Stachys 'Hummelo'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Pink Brick House Rose questions

What zones can Pink Brick House Rose grow in?

Pink Brick House Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Pink Brick House Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Pink Brick House Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Pink Brick House Rose bloom?

Pink Brick House Rose typically blooms in late spring through mid-fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Pink Brick House Rose need full sun?

Pink Brick House Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Pink Brick House Rose drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Pink Brick House Rose handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.