The Many Uses of Rose Hips

Rosa rugosa is a species of wild rose that grows everywhere in New England, especially by the seashore. Known as beach roses, pink and white blossoms are still going strong in September providing food for the bees and other pollinators. Soon the bushes will be completely covered in rose hips. They are best harvested after the first frost.

The hips are coveted wild edibles which can be made into jelly, wine, baked goods, syrup and more. I've provided some links below to a variety of uses for rose hips. The list of possibilities is quite extensive. Let us know if you try any and your results!

Rose Hip Wine:  click here

Rose Hip Syrup: click here

Dried Rose Hips and Puree: click here

Rose Hip Fruit Leather: click here

Rose Hip Jam: click here

Rose Hip Herbal Infusion: click here

Rose Hip Tea: click here

Rose Hip Marmelade: click here

Rose Hip Simple Syrup: click here

Rose Hip Smoothie: click here

Rose Hip Pie: click here

Rose Hip Muffins: click here

Rose Hip Graham Crackers: click here

Rose Hip Cookies: click here

Candied Rose Hips: click here