Spring Rose Care
I live in central U.S.A. -- I realize everything is relative and there
are no gaurantees, but like to learn and enjoy some gardening. I have 4 rose bushes of greatly varying size. The oldest is 9 years and is currently pruned to 3 feet in height. The others are currently about 1 foot to 18 inches tall. In late fall, I mulched the bases almost one foot deep with what I had available, mainly pine needles and some leaves. 1) When should I remove the mulch in spring or should I just leave it? |
Spring Rose Care
"1_Patriotic_Guy" wrote in message
ups.com... I live in central U.S.A. -- I realize everything is relative and there are no gaurantees, but like to learn and enjoy some gardening. I have 4 rose bushes of greatly varying size. The oldest is 9 years and is currently pruned to 3 feet in height. The others are currently about 1 foot to 18 inches tall. In late fall, I mulched the bases almost one foot deep with what I had available, mainly pine needles and some leaves. 1) When should I remove the mulch in spring or should I just leave it? I'd move the mulch back as soon as you see new growth starting. Move it back several inches from the main stem. I.e., it should still be over the dripline and protect the soil (and the rose) from radical changes in temperature. And check your last frost date. Any nursery should have that information. You might also check the American Rose Society web site for Articles that might apply to your zone. The Articles are available to the public; you don't have to be a member. Gail near San Antonio TX Zone 8 |
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