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Sat, Oct 18, 14 at 20:50
| I'm attaching a picture of Miss Lowes Variety which I planted 2 or 3 years ago. If anyone has any advise on whether I planted it incorrectly and/or if I should cover up with soil the "trunk" for lack of a better word, I would appreciate it. If you can see in the pic, it looks like a stunted tree rose. I thought I planted it with the soil level to where all the canes are emerging. But, I think I had more organic material such as mulch on the top layer than I thought and after scraping away this very light, broken down mulch I see this "trunk." I hope I've explained myself well. Any thoughts appreciated. Oh yes, the plant is vigerous and healthy. Anne |
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| If the rose is healthy I wouldn't worry about it. In a cold climate this is not a good idea but in your zone I don't think you need to worry. In fact, a lot of my roses are planted this way and it doesn't seem to hurt them at all. Ingrid |
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| That's an own root plant. It doesn't need to be planted deeper. It's fine where it is. There aren't major roots showing nor is the crown of the plant exposed. You may cover it a bit more with some mulch if it makes you feel better, but unless you are concerned about direct sun shining on it too intensely and scalding it, that isn't necessary. Kim |
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| Super! Thank you Ingrid and Kim! Anne |
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