Redleaf rose is a lovely, hardy, though difficult to find rose. It grows about 6 to 8 feet tall and maybe as wide, with an upward, slightly arching habit. The flowers are simple, single clear pink with white centers and yellow stamens. Hips are oval and coppery red. Unlike many roses, this one has foliage nearly as lovely as the flower: new leaves emerge reddish then open to a pewter-blue to grey-green with darker, purplish midribs. New stems are also purplish in hue, and nearly thornless. Combines well with perennials, ornamental grasses, and herbs. And while I normally don't recommend roses for foundations (so many of them are only attractive in flower), redleaf rose is lovely all year, and so could merit such placement.
Grow in loamy, well drained soil in full sun; though it will tolerate poorer soils than other roses, the best flower and fruit production will occur in a rich soil. If you plan to harvest the hips, avoid using any chemical and harvest after the first frost. For pruning and growing tips, see Guides.