ANTIOXIDANT POWERHOUSE – Packed with flavonoids, lycopene, and vitamins A, D, and E to help protect against oxidative stress naturally POTENT VITAMIN C SOURCE – Among nature's richest vitamin C botanicals, historically used as a citrus substitute to support immune health PEAK HARVEST QUALITY – Wild dog rose hips harvested in late fall after first frost when flavor, nutrients, and potency reach maximum levels CRAFT ARTISANAL HERBAL CREATIONS – Make rose hip tea, herbal wines, syrups, jams, jellies, and traditional oxymels with these versatile whole rose hips WHOLE & READY TO USE – Perfect for steeping, infusing, or cooking; add depth and wellness benefits to your homemade herbal preparations Rose hips are the fruit of the rose bush, formed after summer pollination and reaching full maturity in late fall. Monterey Bay Herb Co sources these whole rose hips from wild dog rose bushes, harvesting them immediately after the first frost to capture peak flavor and maximum nutrient content. Renowned as one of nature's richest sources of vitamin C, rose hips were famously used during WWII as a citrus substitute. Beyond vitamin C, they contain powerful antioxidants including flavonoids, lycopene, and vitamins A, D, and E. Use these versatile whole rose hips to craft herbal teas, wines, cordials, rose syrup, jams, and jellies. They're also ideal for traditional oxymels—herbal remedies made by infusing vinegar and honey with botanicals. Whether you're a home herbalist, tea enthusiast, or culinary crafter, these whole rose hips deliver the quality and potency needed for exceptional homemade creations that support wellness naturally.