Rose Shrubs
what do I do with these rose shrubs?
right Ive just bought these rose shrubs….at least I think that’s what they’re called….they’re not seeds or bulbs…they have the thorny base branches but havent flowered yet…..
so i soaked the roots over night like the instructions said and then planted them in my garden with some rose feed mixed into the soil.
They dont seem to be doing much. A couple of them have new red little branches forming but thats about it…they look very weak and fragile….. I feel like I should be clipping or pruning or something but Im not sure how or when to do this…? Plus the other rose shrubs arent doing anything at all yet? Is this normal? They’ve been planted about two weeks now….I really want beautiful roses but know nothing about gardening…please help!
also, i have started trimming a couple of the branches before they have fully developed…i didnt know i wasnt supposed to….will they still grow??
Keep watering them as you are doing…use Rose Clear aswell..
they wont just form roses asap, you need to wait for the plant to get used to its new surroundings.
your also not supposed to cut the rose up until it becomes really bushy, you need to keep it moist, and make sure you keep it out of direct sunlight.
Rose Shrubs
Choosing a Rose Shrub for Your Garden
You may have decided to purchase a rose shrub for your garden, but you may be unsure as to which shrub is right for you. Fear not, this handy little article is going to help you through some of the most common rose shrubs, allowing you to pick the right rose to act as the perfect final touch to your hard work.
‘Alan Titchmarsh’
This particular shrub is named after the world famous gardener and TV personality. Like the star himself, this shrub is particularly easy to get on with, even for beginner gardeners. The colors of the flower flow from a delicate to deep pink, and they deliver a pleasant fragrance, comparable to older rose varieties.
‘Charlotte’
This small rose bush will present your garden with beautiful small soft yellow cups of delicate beauty. This rose is not an instant eye catcher, like other roses, but rather one that becomes more pleasing on the eye the more the beholder looks at it. They add a touch of subtle class to your garden.
‘Crocus Rose’
Unlike ‘Charlotte’ this rose certainly goes for immediate attention. Their defined split of color makes visitors immediately ask questions about your garden. If you like to have frequent spur of the moment conversations about your great green fingered techniques with the neighbors, then this is the rose for you.
‘L D Braithwaite’
This rose can grow to a larger size than most other shrubs, and the flowers are a beautiful bold deep red. Flowering frequency is pleasing, and the fragrance that permutes from the flower is delicate rather than heavy and overpowering.
‘Mary Rose’
If you want a rose that behaves more like a bush than a delicate plant, then this is the rose for you. With some maintenance, this rose can make a big beautiful addition to your garden. However, if you want to use the rose shrub as hedging, then you should look for rose shrubs that come in a hedging variety.
- There is much diversity in the rose world, and it seems many gardeners avoid growing roses out of the tome old belief that do so is futile unless you’re especially green fingered. However, growing a rose these days is not as difficult as it used to be. With some research ahead of your purchase, you can be confident that you choose a rose suitable for the location.
- Before you know it, your rose and garden will begin to look great, and you’ll realize how taking care of one encourages you to take care of the other.
- Pruning is not an instant art form, and like many skills in life, it’s something that comes with practice. Make sure you again research online before taking the pruners to your new rose shrub. Pruning is essential to maintaining healthy rose shrubs, especially with larger varieties, so be prepared to learn a new skill or two when adding a rose shrub to your garden.
About the Author
Pat Sheriden is a Rose Gardening enthusiast keen to help other gardeners. For more online advice on choosing a Rose Shrub, Visit Rose Gardening.
Can i transplant a Rose Of Shannon that is about 10 ft tall?
If so, how deep are the roots and what is the best time of year to do this? I have the two of the most beautiful Rose Of Sharon shrubs near my deck, however, I do not think that the previous owner took into consideration how tall they would grow or the number of bees they would attract. I would hate to have to remove it completly as it is fully mature and has come back beautifully after trimming the last two years. Thanks for the help!
Cut to 6′ tall, dig around the tree at least 3′ from the base. Replant in new area, with plenty of water, then mulch 4″ and wait until next Spring to feed it.
You will get many runners and new trees popping up from the roots left behind in the old spot. Pull and/or dig them quickly to avoid having 1000′s of new trees in that area.
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