Heirloom Roses Climbing Rose Plant - Kolorscape® Florentina Red Rose Climber

Growing Beautiful Roses in Three Simple Steps

For roses to thrive, they require specific conditions. Firstly, rose plants need a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Avoid planting them in dense shade, as this can lead to fewer blooms and leggy growth.

Next, watering and soil nutrition are crucial. Newly planted roses should be watered 2-3 times per week until established. Afterward, provide a deep watering (2 inches) once a week, or twice a week in very warm weather. While roses can grow in average garden soil, clay-based or nutrient-poor soils will likely need to be amended. Heirloom Roses offers several soil amendment options to ensure healthy plant growth.

Lastly, it is essential to select the right rose variety for your hardiness zone. A hardiness zone is a geographic area defined by its climate, which helps gardeners determine which plants will thrive in their location. Choosing the correct rose bush for your zone ensures the plant is ready for outdoor planting.

The Key Difference of Own-Root Roses

At Heirloom Roses, we offer only own-root, virus-free roses. Own-root roses are grown from cuttings of "mother" or "stock" plants, unlike the more common grafted roses. The roots of own-root roses are the same variety as the flowering tops, making them hardier than grafted roses.

Own-root roses are less vulnerable to cold damage, as the bud union of grafted roses can be easily damaged in harsh winters. If frozen to the ground, own-root roses will regrow true to variety from their own root system. Additionally, own-root roses develop a fuller, more shapely plant over time, as they send up shoots directly from their roots, rather than from a grafted rootstock.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to plant roses is from spring to early fall, depending on your local climate. Roses need to be in the ground at least 6 weeks before your first frost in the fall, or after the last spring frost, to allow the roots to establish before the plant goes dormant.

Roses can be successfully grown in containers, as long as you have a sunny location and a tall pot with good drainage. We do not recommend planting Climbers or large Shrub roses in pots.

Own-root roses will typically bloom in their first year, with the exception of some Old Garden Roses, Ramblers, and Climbers that bloom on year-old wood. The first blooms may not be true to color, size, or fragrance, but will mature as the bush grows.

At Heirloom Roses, we believe growing beautiful roses should be easy and rewarding. By offering only own-root roses, we help ensure your rose garden thrives with less hassle. Discover your perfect rose today and start enjoying the beauty and ease of an own-root rose garden.

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