How to Grow Healthy Roses 1/2

Roses (lat. Rosa) are rightfully considered the queens of flowers. These shrub plants belong to the Rosaceae family (lat. Rosaceae). They grow in the Northern Hemisphere, primarily in temperate regions. There are more than 100 botanical species. The number of cultivated hybrids is countless. Roses are divided into several groups. The botanical roses group includes original rose species growing in the wild. These are usually sprawling, vigorous shrubs with simple flowers. Another large group of roses is cluster-flowered roses, which includes roses from the Floribunda and Polyantha subgroups. Floribundas have approximately 4-9 flowers per stem with a diameter of 6-9 cm. Polyanthas have even more flowers per stem, but their size is only 3-5 cm. Shrub roses grow upright to a minimum height of 1.2 m, usually about 2-3 meters. As the name suggests, climbing roses climb and their shoots can reach a length of approximately 2-4 meters. The shoots are weak and need to be tied to supports. Large-flowered roses include two subgroups - Hybrid Teas and large-flowered Floribundas. Roses from the Hybrid Tea subgroup grow to a height of approximately 50-120 cm. The shoots are upright, with full flowers blooming at their ends that can have a diameter of 9-14 cm. The buds of these roses are firm, making them suitable for cutting. The large-flowered Floribunda group is similar to Hybrid Teas, except that more flowers grow on one shoot. Large-flowered roses are most commonly grown in gardens as ornamental plants. Desert roses are also interesting. In our offer, you will find several very beautiful representatives of large-flowered roses.

Which rose varieties can you get from us?

Large-flowered shrub rose Karina can grow up to 1.2 meters in height. Its flowers have a dark pink color and are intensely fragrant. Also available is a dark red large-flowered shrub rose with the same growth parameters. Interesting is the large-flowered shrub rose named Big Purple - Ludmila with unusually purple flowers. Pink flowers are featured on the large-flowered shrub rose with the poetic name The Queen Elizabeth. You can beautify structures using the large-flowered climbing rose named Heidelberg. The shoots of climbing rose Heidelberg can reach a length of approximately 2-3 meters. This rose blooms with red flowers.

Where to Plant Roses to Make Them Truly Beautiful?

Roses love bright locations, especially large-flowered roses benefit from being protected from the midday sun's heat. Trees whose shade protects roses from sun rays during midday do growers a good service. On the other hand, care must be taken not to plant roses too close to trees, as they would deprive them of necessary nutrients. It is unsuitable to plant roses near birches, maples, ash trees, and elms. Another reason not to plant roses near mature trees is that only a fraction of water reaches the ground through their leaves, and roses would suffer from its shortage. On sloping land, we choose locations that slope to the southwest or west, always avoiding placing roses on the north side. Here, roses would suffer more from diseases, would ripen poorly, and therefore could be damaged by frost in winter. Roses planted in the garden should not be neighbors with strawberries, lettuce, and other small crops. The main reason is the need for frequent chemical spraying of roses against pests precisely when these crops are ripening. Roses don't like constant drafts, but neither do they like overly enclosed locations. The ideal spot has plenty of fresh air. Sufficient air circulation is also a kind of prevention in the fight against diseases and pests in roses. Roses should be planted in lighter, deep, sandy-loamy soil that can retain moisture well after watering. Roses will reward their growers with beautiful flowers for sufficient nutrients in the soil. Roses would not show their beauty in heavy clay soils that are muddy, permanently waterlogged, too stony, or very dry. If the land doesn't offer suitable soil, it can be improved by adding peat or compost. Soils that are too light and permeable are enriched before planting with mature compost, turf mixed with clay. In overly permeable soils, it is necessary to supply nutrients more frequently, as they quickly leach into lower layers of soil where rose roots can no longer reach them. Roses grow nicely in soil with pH ranging from 5.5 to 6.5.

Location Selected, Time to Plant the Roses...

Roses are supplied in the form of seedlings coated in wax to prevent them from drying out too much during transport, yet it sometimes happens that the seedlings are shriveled. For such seedlings, soaking the entire plant in lukewarm water for approximately 24 hours will help. Soaking rose seedlings in water before planting, for approximately 2 hours, is generally recommended on the packaging as well. Roses should not be planted too close together so they don't obstruct each other and create shade. However, gaps between roses also don't look attractive, weeds grow in them, and the sun excessively dries out the plants' surroundings. The optimal distance is usually indicated on the packaging and depends on the plants' growth habit. For large-flowered roses, a planting distance of approximately 50 cm is recommended. Climbing roses must be planted near supports at a distance of approximately 50 cm from each other. The most suitable period for planting roses is generally considered to be between October and April. The only limitation for planting roses is frozen soil and the expectation of stronger frosts soon after planting. Autumn and spring planting both have their advantages and disadvantages. Roses planted in autumn will still develop tiny roots before winter arrives, thanks to which the roses start growing earlier in spring. The plant receives water sooner, thus reducing the risk of drying out. The risk of autumn planting is that usually stronger frosts come soon after planting, which can damage immature plants. Growers can avoid this risk by purchasing seedlings in spring. The drawback of spring purchase and planting of roses is a narrower selection and the need to wait until the soil thaws and dries sufficiently after winter. Roses should not be planted in wet and muddy soil, as this could lead to root rot.

Pop the Rose into the Hole...

Plant roses in prepared holes so that the crown (grafting point) of the rose is approximately 5 cm below soil level. Spread the roots freely in the hole and slowly cover them with soil. Gently shake the rose occasionally to ensure the soil reaches all empty cavities. Fill the hole about 2/3 full and then firm down thoroughly so the soil fully adheres to the roots. Water thoroughly!!! After the water has completely absorbed, add soil up to the edge of the hole and firm down gently again. After autumn planting, mound soil as high as possible to protect the plant from frost. In spring, the mounded soil protects roses from excessive sunlight and drying winds. With spring planting, it's necessary to carefully remove the soil after approximately 3 weeks so the roses can begin growing. Remove the soil very carefully to avoid damaging emerging shoots. In dry conditions, water freshly planted roses at intervals of approximately 5-6 days. After spring planting, prune roses to a length of approximately 15 cm. Climbing roses are planted in the same way. The grafted point can be up to 10 cm below ground to prevent possible wild shoot growth. When planting a climbing rose against a wall, dig a hole approximately 50 cm from the wall so the roses have sufficient moisture. Plant the rose in the dug hole at an angle so the shoots point toward the wall. Just like hybrid tea roses, also mound climbing roses with soil after planting to protect them from adverse weather conditions.