When the snow begins to melt and grass begins to turn green, it’s time to begin to look at your roses. Sometimes, just getting back into the garden can be overwhelming.These tips will be helpful to get you motivated to get your roses looking like new again.
- Pace yourself: Don’t expect to get everything done in a day. Getting your rose garden ready can take several weeks. Pace yourself and be satisfied when you complete your task for the day.
- Make a plan: Come up with a plan and goals for the day. This will allow you to make more efficient progress with your rose gardening, and you won’t finish the day feeling like you got nothing accomplished.
- Clean up first: Begin winter clean up of your beds. Get rid any leaves left over from fall, rake away any debris. Remove any winter protection materials you used to protect your roses. Don’t rush, this is a delicate process and you don’t want to damage your rose bush. Inspect your bushes for any damaged and dead canes and cut them back so you can prepare for soil preparation.
- Prepare the soil: If your soil became compacted during the winter months, work the soil. Roses will not live in soil that is not well-drained. When you work the soil, begin to add some organic fertilizer. The soil and the compounds are crucial for the roses to thrive.
- Plant your new roses: Once you complete this, you can add any new rose additions to your bed.
- Spray as necessary: Begin to use fungicide spray after pruning, but vary treatment throughout the year to prevent immunity. Resist the urge to use pesticides until you see insect damage
- Give your roses a drink: Don’t forget to water. Your poor roses have hibernated all winter and now they are hungry. The best way to revive your roses is to water them well.
Following these spring rose gardening tips will get your rose garden off a great start this season. Your work is just beginning, so get ready to enjoy your roses.
