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rosa therese bugnet
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I am new to growing roses and recently planted a rosa therese bugnet at the front of a bed. I didn't realize that this rose grew so large and I am wondering if I should move it or if I can prune it to keep it a reasonable size for the space (~3 - 4 feet). Thanks, Sonia |
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ups.com... Hello, I am new to growing roses and recently planted a rosa therese bugnet at the front of a bed. I didn't realize that this rose grew so large and I am wondering if I should move it or if I can prune it to keep it a reasonable size for the space (~3 - 4 feet). Thanks, Sonia It helps to say where you live. E.g., if it's already very hot where you live, moving a recently planted rose again might shock and kill it. If it's still fairly cool you can probably move it now safely, or you can wait until Autumn. I've moved large roses over winter (or what passes for winter where I live), with success. You prune it down to a few feet, take as much of the root ball as you can, give it some sort of root stimulator (I prefer seaweed but not everyone can get it), and don't feed it until it reestablishes itself. But do water. Re pruning to size it in place: Some roses won't bloom or won't bloom as much if you prune them more than they should be pruned. Do the research on your rose to find out how much pruning it can tolerate. Gail near San Antonio TX Zone 8 USA |
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rosa therese bugnet
kSonia asked:
I am new to growing roses and recently planted a rosa therese bugnet at the front of a bed. I didn't realize that this rose grew so large and I am wondering if I should move it or if I can prune it to keep it a reasonable size for the space (~3 - 4 feet). The rose you have 'Theresa Bugnet' is a type of rose called a Hybrid Rugosa. Theresa is one of the most vigorous(fast growing) of all of the rugosas. Therefore, I don't think it would be advisable to try to keep it small in the space you have allotted to it. It is possible, but it would have to be pruned after every bloom cycle. I would move it to a bigger location. I concur with Gail that you should be careful of the temperature when you move it. And her advice for moving it is great also. As for timing, I would say wait for winter and move it in late winter when it is dormant and before it leafs out for the next year. There are plenty of roses that fit the bill for small 4 to 5 foot sized roses. Get the right variety for the space. Have a good day, Bob Bauer http://www.rose-roses.com/ |
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