The art of planting roses doesn’t have to be a complicated thing to do. When you have the right knowledge there is no limit to how beautiful a garden you can create.

Old garden adage: Plan your rose garden in Winter and plant it in Spring.

Check with your local gardening center or florist for the best type of roses to grow in your climate. If you are a novice, you should look for disease resistant types of roses because they require a lot less maintenance.

Tips for planting your roses.

  1. Sunny: Pick a spot that is sunny in the morning. The area that is well lit for at least six hours a day. Roses need a lot of light if they are to grow properly.

  2. Airy: Plant your roses in an area that has good air circulation. Roses will not flourish in an enclosed or tightly constricted area.
  3. Well-drained: Pick an area that has plenty of well drained soil. Great soil has a PH level where the amount of acid in the soil is at about 5.5-7.0. Get a testing kit for your soil at any garden center.
  4. Nourish the roots: Organic matter like manure or lime helps to nourish the roots of your roses. Soak the roots in water or puddle clay for many minutes, and cut off any root ends that are broken.
  5. Spacing plants: Dig a hole that is twice the amount of space that your roses take up. It makes it easier to plant them and creates a spaced area for them to grow with freedom. Poor circulation can cause fungal diseases.

    Holes for planting roses

    Using a larger hole also makes it easier to pull them up later if you want to pot them.

After planting, tend your roses carefully.

  • The first 3-4 weeks after planting, water them often. Usually this is when the top 2 inches of soil is dry. Roses need a lot of hydration and food to remain healthy.

  • Four weeks after planting, start soaking the bed every 2 weeks or so. Do this in the morning for the best results.
  • Begin fertilization about 3 months after planting. Use 3-6 inches of mulch to control the moisture, temperature, and to stop weeds from coming up. Mulch also helps to lock in the vital nutrients roses need to remain healthy.