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How to win container roses?

dwpc
10 years ago

(Oops...Subject should be "How to WINTER container roses")

We're in Zone 8a with winter nights in the 20s and occasionally the teens and typical days are in the 40s. How should the "Showtime" roses we grew in 10 gal ceramic containers be wintered? Watering? Should I move them into a dark unheated shed?

This post was edited by dwpc on Sat, Nov 9, 13 at 23:20

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  • seil zone 6b MI
    10 years ago

    They should winter great inside the shed. Yes, you should water them about once a month all winter. My only concern is with the ceramic pots. They could crack over the winter. In the future you might want to look at the resin/foam ones. They hold up in freezing temps and provide better insulation for the roots.

    I'd love to see pictures of you roses!