<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n9. Planting Bare Root Roses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n When it comes to planting roses, some growers choose to germinate seeds and start from scratch. However, this is a haphazard practice for newbies, and they may discover that they have bitten off more than they can chew when it comes to nurturing a rose seedling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Roses grow incredibly slowly during the first two years after germination. As a result, you may not get flowers on your bushes for the first two seasons after germination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s for this reason that most gardeners prefer to plant young trees that are already established and ready to flower. When transplanting bare root trees, it’s vital that you soak the roots in water for at least 48-hours before planting. Roses are water-intensive, and if they do not have adequate levels of hydration, they will not take to the soil and die. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dig a hole two feet deep, and backfill with some fertilizer. Ensure that the roots have adequate space, and then fill, compressing the roots down into the soil. After transplanting, water heavily every other day for two weeks, to ensure the roots take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n10. Handling Pests and Disease <\/h3>\n\n\n\n It’s an unfortunate fact that roses are very prone to developing fungal diseases. The most common pathogens affecting rose bushes include powdery mildew and black spot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Powdery mildew occurs when the environmental condition starts to turn too humid, resulting in the mold forming on the tops of the leaves and flowers of the rose bush. If your bushes develop a fungal infection that spreads to the roots, the plant may face a life-threatening situation. You can clear your garden of fungi by fumigating with a sulfur burner to kill the fungi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many rose bushes also develop black spot, which most roses can handle to a varying degree, without sustaining any damage to the health of the plant. However, if the infection spreads, it may result in a dramatic loss of foliage that results in the starving of the plants and a slowdown in photosynthesis. If left untreated, the rose bush may lose all of its leaves and die before it has the chance to flower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n11. Mulching Tips <\/h3>\n\n\n\n As mentioned earlier, rose bushes are water-intensive plants. If you live in a hot, dry climate, the chances are that you don’t want to waste water on your garden. Mulching is an attractive strategy to retain the moisture in the soil, preventing your roses from drying out between waterings. The mulch also locks moisture into the ground, preventing rapid evaporation in a warm climate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mulch also helps in controlling weeds growing in your flowerbeds. Adding a layer of mulch makes it harder for them to reach the surface. Weeding is an essential part of tending your rose bushes, as the weeds may steal vital nutrients and moisture from the soil around your rose shrubs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We recommend that you use organic fertilizers on your rose bushes for the best results. If you live in a colder climate, gravel mulch also helps to support drainage and prevent evaporation as well. Choose a brand like “Colorado Rose Stone mulch” for the best results. If you live in a warmer region, avoid using the stones, as the sun may heat them, resulting in the death of rose bush roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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If you want the best roses, then you have to fertilize your soil and mulch throughout the growing and flowering season. Failing to feed will stunt the growth of your rose bushes, and delay flowering. Roses do flower produce small buds that may not open. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can use any fertilizer on your roses, from manure to garden compost. We’ve already discussed the benefits of making an organic fertilizer in your backyard, but adding manure can increase the nutrients available to your roses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s crucial that you do not use dog or cat feces for your manure. These types of fertilizer contain worms and other pathogens that may infect your rose bushes, leading to disease. We recommend you look at bat guano, as well as cow and chicken manure for your garden. When adding fertilizer to your bushes, you may notice that your yard smells terrible. This smell fades after a few days, and it’s worth the hassle considering the benefits for your roses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n13. Over-Wintering Tips <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Roses do quite well in the cold, and it’s possible to overwinter the plants without causing damage to the roots. It’s vital to plant rose varieties that suit the climate in your region. If you live in the Northern States, then it’s best to look for hardy varieties that are resistant to low temperatures. Floribundas and hybrid teas are excellent examples of roses suited to colder climates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can protect roses from frost by wrapping the bush in burlap to protect the foliage and stems. After the winter weather sets in, and you have experienced a few days of below-freezing temperatures, mulch your roses. Spread a 12-inch layer of mulch around the base of the rose bush, and cove the canes with burlap or other forms of insulation to prevent snow or frost damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In icy climates, you can dig up the rose bush and bury the entire plant under the soil for the duration of the winter to preserve the roots and canes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n14. Harvesting Tips <\/h3>\n\n\n\n Are you planning on growing some roses, so you don’t have to spend a fortune on your partner this coming valentine’s day? If you plan of growing roses for their thick stems and beautiful flowers, then it’s best to choose the hybrid tea variety. The hybrid tea is the only rose that grows with long, supportive stems, and they are the roses that you find in florists all around the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
All other varieties of roses grow on thin stems that bend under the weight of the flower as it blooms. While your partner may prefer the hybrid teas, professional gardeners claim that the other varieties provide a better visual presence in vases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When cutting the flowers from your hybrid tea rose bush, cut the stem two inches from the base at a 45-degree angle. Cutting the stem at a parallel angle to the ground prevents the stem from growing back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n