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| I bought a Bishop's Castle rose at the local nursery today. I already have one and have been impressed in how well it's done in a poor location and its good response to my dry heat. I recently read that it seems to do best on Dr. Huey roostock in my climate which is why I bought a nursery plant. In spite of the drought I want roses that will look lush and sumptuous, and this rose fits the bill. The plant is chock-full of blooms and I wonder whether I should cut them off and trim back the canes before planting. This is not the greatest time of the year to plant anything so it's important this rose have a good start. I'd appreciate any and all advice very much. Of course I'll plant in the cool of the evening, water it profusely and apply lots of leaf mulch. Any other tips, please? Ingrid |
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- Posted by Kippy-the-Hippy 10 Sunset 24 (My Page) on Sat, Jun 14, 14 at 17:27
| Personally, I would put it in a cool spot and enjoy the flush and plant when done. |
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| Ingrid, I've planted and transplanted roses succeessfully in the heat of summer. I water the rose very well beforehand, sometimes even over night. I amend the whole bed with peat and compost, not just the planting hole. After plantimg IWater well, and then drip the rose over night, and try to keep it partly shaded for a few days. Typed during bumpy ride, so sorry for typos. Jannike |
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- Posted by desertgarden561 9/SZ11 -Las Vegas, N (My Page) on Sun, Jun 15, 14 at 0:44
| I water the bush after it is placed in the hole as a moist plant can lose the soil etc. around it. I place the rose bush in the hole and fill all but the last couple of inches or so of soil, then water well. When the water has drained, I add the last amount of soil, which usually is a little more than the two inches as there will be sinking. Mulch is added to the area and then I water lightly to moisten the last bit of soil and mulch. I would not think twice about planting the rose when it is hot if it receives at least afternoon shade. Oh, I also dig and prep the hole early, but like you, I do not plant the bush until later in the day; after 6 p.m.. When planting potted roses with buds, I've found that sometimes they are not fazed, other times they nod but perk up over night. The soil is checked daily until the plant leafs out to ensure that the plant doesn't dry out. Lynn |
This post was edited by desertgarden561 on Sun, Jun 15, 14 at 10:26
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| Since it's a potted rose, if you can keep the root ball together, it may not wilt when it's planted. I planted a few potted roses with buds earlier this year, and they did very well. If not, I would do what kippy suggested. I have a Bishop's Castle, I love it. The fragrance is intoxicating and it wafts. Mine is own root, but it would probably be a lot larger if it was grafted. But since I have to dig it up and move it, so I'm kind of glad it's not! |
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