Planting Bare Root Roses In Pots
We recommend following these guidelines.
Planting bare root roses in pots. Dig a planting hole twice as wide as the extended roots of the plant with the sides of the hole tapering outward at the bottom. They tend to be less expensive than container roses which can be planted later in the season. Plant the rose fill the pot about two thirds full of prepared soil mix. Roses are excellent plants for growing in pots.
Planting bare root roses before planting bare root roses soak the roots for at least 4 hours and up to a day. Ensure that the bud union is level with the rim of the pot. If planting a potted rose just create a slight indentation then remove the rose from its nursery container and place it into the pot. If planting a bare root rose mound the soil up in the center then place the rose over the mound and spread the roots out over it.
Bare root roses can be planted in early spring a month or two before your region s last frost date. The roots of a bare rooted rose plant will be pruned so that their roots are half the distance of the container when the bud union sits at the rim of the pot. If the plant is extremely dry submerge it entirely for at least 24 hours. Place the bare rooted rose bush into the pot.
By planting the pot in the ground you are in effect planting the rose in the ground but have the added advantage of being able to dig up you rose in the spring when weather conditions permit. How to choose a pot select where your rose is going to go. This method works great for roses in small pots on patios and decks or for roses planted in hanging baskets both of which are usually plated with. We recommend using a pot.
English roses with their shrubby bushy habit are ideal for growing in large pots and containers. By planting a bare root rose in a container you can use a light planting medium that the roots can easily invade.