Finally, you will want to remove any suckers. Next you should cut back about one-third to one-half of the previous year's growth. In the Spring- Modern roses should be pruned early in the spring, when about half of the growth buds swell. Then cover the mound and remaining exposed canes with hay, straw, grass clippings, oak leaves or similar material. In the Winter- After the first killing frost of fall, make a mound of loose soil at least 8" high over the base of the plant in zones 5 and below. The petals drop on their own as they mature, and new blooms come behind them. Most shrub roses we offer are self-cleaning. Removing any dead flowers prevents the formation of hips, so plants can direct their energy to developing new blooms and foliage. When you deadhead, cut back below the first five-leaflet stem to promote strong return growth. Deadheading, the process of removing faded blooms from your rose plants, is the best way to keep hybrid tea, grandiflora and floribunda roses blooming all season. Don't water from above-avoid getting foliage wet, as this can encourage disease problems. Water thoroughly-a slow, deep soak at the ground is most efficient. They will bloom best if their roots are kept moist but not waterlogged. Watering- Roses require the equivalent of 1" of rainfall each week. Gently wash away soil to ground level when rose is well-sprouted. Then, mound loose soil up and around canes to protect the plant from sudden temperature changes. Fill remainder of hole with soil mixture. Let water drain-this is a good way to be sure your rose will have adequate drainage. Fill hole half full with soil mixture, and water well to settle soil and eliminate air pockets. Trim off any broken roots, then spread healthy roots around soil mound with bud union (the knot at the base of the plant) at ground level for mild climates, 2-3" below ground level for cold climates. Mound a cone of soil in the centre of the hole. Mix the soil from the hole with a good measure of leaf mold, peat moss, manure or compost. Dig a hole 12-18"deep and wide enough so all of the roots can be spread out without touching the sides of the hole. Roses do not like "wet feet."įoundation planting - Although your roses can be planted at any time, best results are achieved when they are planted on a cloudy, calm day. Select a sunny (at least 6 hours of sun) location and well drained soil. When receiving your rose from Breck's remove roses from container and soak the roots in a pail of water for at least an hour (no more than 12 hours) just before planting. By following just a few basic tips, your rose will thrive beautify for years. And unlike roses of old, today's modern roses require surprisingly little care. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at (513) 354-1512 or contact us at new rose bush will provide stunning color, fragrance and texture in just about any garden setting. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information.
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