How to Grow Roses in Ground: 4 Expert Tips

With the rise of urban gardening, more and more gardeners are choosing to grow roses. Although tutorials on how to care for potted roses can be found everywhere, many newbies are still confused about the basics of in-ground rose care, especially watering and fertilization tips. In this article, we will provide you with detailed information on the essentials of managing in-ground roses.

Basic management principles for in-ground roses

Although in-ground roses are easier to manage than potted plants, this does not mean that they can be left completely unattended. The growing condition of roses depends largely on the planting environment and daily care and management.

1、Site selection

Light conditions are crucial

Roses are typically sun-loving plants, and improper site selection can lead to poor growth, reduced blooming or even no blooming. We often receive feedback from horticulturalists who think they have enough light at the beginning of the planting, but as the seasons change (especially in autumn), the actual sunshine may be less than 2 hours.

Ideal location:

• Full sunlight is the best location
• South facing sunny places are second best
• East and west side of the fence (without shade)
• Absolutely avoid planting under large trees

2、Soil Preparation

The quality of the soil directly affects the growth rate

Soil characteristics vary significantly from region to region:

• Soil in the south is generally more acidic
• Soil in the north is usually more alkaline
• Frequently tilled vegetable gardens have fertile and loose soil
• Long-term deserted land tends to be infertile and sclerotic

Soil Improvement Suggestions

• Soil Improvement Before Planting Soil improvement: Make necessary soil improvement before planting.
• Avoid low-lying areas prone to waterlogging.
• For specific improvement methods, please refer to “The Complete Guide to Rose Cultivation”.

3、Water and Fertilizer Management

Scientific Watering Tips.

• Newly planted plants: Keep the soil moist to promote the development of new roots.
• Mature plants: Reduce the frequency of watering.
• In summer, special attention should be paid to:
  • Watering only the root area of plants.
  • Avoiding large areas of wet ground that may lead to smothering of roots.

Reasonable Fertilizer Application Plan.

Even though in-ground plants have less need for fertilizers than potted plants, it is still necessary to ensure that they have a proper fertilizer plan. Although in-ground roses require less fertilizer than potted plants, it is still necessary to ensure that they are systematically fertilized at least four times a year. For details of when and how to fertilize, please refer to The Complete Guide to Rose Cultivation.

4、Pests and Diseases

Even though in-ground roses are highly resistant to diseases, they still need to be alert to the following common problems:

• Black spot
• Spider mite
• Other common pests and diseases

Prevention is better than cure: regular check-ups and timely control are the key to maintaining healthy plants. A healthy rose plant will produce full, colorful flowers.