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Three Necessary Steps To Growing Beautiful Roses
6 Hours of Sunlight
All rose bushes thrive best in full sun and need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Avoid dense shade altogether, as the rose plant may produce fewer blooms and grow too leggy.
Water & Soil Nutrition
Water newly planted roses live plants 2 to 3 times per week until established. Afterward, give them a deep watering (2 inches) once a week or if extremely warm, twice a week.
Most rose bushes will do fine with average garden soil, however clay-based or nutrient void soils will likely need to be amended. The Heirloom Roses' Store has several options that will help ensure successful growth.
Know Your Hardiness Zone
A hardiness zone is the general standard for gardeners to determine whether a live plant will thrive in their geographical location. To ensure a successful garden, it is important to choose the correct rose bush for your hardiness zone to know when a rose bush is ready to plant outdoors.
The Best Roses Start With The Best Roots
What Is The Own-Root Difference?
Own-root roses are roses grown from cuttings taken from stock plants. Unlike grafted roses, the roots of own-root roses are the same variety as their flowering tops.
Unlike the majority of rose growers in the United States, Heirloom Roses sells only own-root, virus-free roses. Our roses are first-year cuttings that are grown from a leaf cutting taken from a “mother” or “stock” live plants. Own-root roses may be smaller when purchased, but quickly catch up to grafted roses (which are usually sold as two or three-year-old plants).
Why choose own-root roses?
- Own-root roses are hardier than grafted roses because their crown has not been weakened. The bud union of a grafted rose is vulnerable to cold and can be easily damaged during a hard winter.
- Own-root roses come back true to variety if frozen to the ground, because they have their own root system. Winter kill is less likely.
- Own-root roses are shapelier because they send up shoots from their own roots. This creates a fuller plant over time, which adds to increased vigor, bloom, and life expectancy.
- Own-root roses have no rootstock suckers, meaning more energy is sent to the main plant.
Stop fighting against the troubles grafted roses have to offer and experience the own-root difference in your garden!
Frequently Asked Questions
When Is The Best Time To Plant A Rose Bush?
Plant your live plant anytime from spring to early fall depending on the weather in your area. Roses need to be in the ground at least 6 weeks before your first frost in the fall to allow the roots time to establish before the weather changes and the plant goes dormant; or they can also be planted after the last frost in the spring to ensure the rose will establish quickly.
Your new Heirloom Rose can remain in its own pot for up to 2 weeks after arrival on your doorstep. We suggest transplanting your rose to a larger pot if it's not planting time in your area.
Can I Grow Roses Successfully In Containers?
ABSOLUTELY! You don’t have to have a large yard, ideal soil, or perfect drainage to grow roses. If you have a sunny location and enough room for a large container, you can be a successful rose gardener.
Opt for a tall container to accommodate your rose’s deep roots. Be sure your pot has a drainage hole as good drainage is key to a healthy plant. You can also drill a hole in your pot with a masonry bit if necessary. We do not recommend Climbers or large Shrub roses for pots.
Will My Own-Root Rose Bloom The First Year?
Own-root roses will bloom the first year with the exception of some Old Garden Roses, Ramblers, and Climbers that bloom on year-old wood. Keep in mind that, because of the age of the own-root rose, the first blooms may not be true to color, size, petal count, or fragrance. These qualities will mature as the bush matures.
If your own-root rose is planted in the fall and your growing area is colder through winter months, you most likely will not see blooms until the following spring season.
Make Your Garden Beautiful With Heirloom Roses
We are a family business, owned by Ben and Kara Hanna, that values premiere, quality roses and the preservation of unique and rare roses. Located in the fertile Willamette Valley in Oregon, we are continuing the legacy of John and Louise Clements who founded the nursery back in 1973 on their own small farm. Our offices are still located in the farmhouse where they lived in St. Paul, Oregon. We are passionate about hand propagating each rose to ensure that we provide our customers with the best own-root roses available. We are committed to providing own-root roses that provide profuse blooms, are winter hardy, are hardy, and are true to variety. While own-root roses cannot be quickly produced, like grafted roses, we think the difference and quality is worth it.
Lori lee
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2024
It works but I don’t like the smell of it either.
Kimber L. Hulett
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2024
Used on our roses after putting in garage for winter. They’re looking good.
Gillian
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2024
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Great Neck, so so Back
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2023
Again a little pricey, but worth the money. This company not only makes top-notch products, but their roses that they send you are unbelievable. I ended up ordering five different varieties of roses from them, and so far every single one of them has florist, and the most amazing part is that they've actually bloomed and had roses within just two weeks of planting them. I couldn't believe that but it's true.
Everyons Uncle Ed
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2023
Despite not being able to detect the mint scent, this mulch has proven highly effective in retaining soil moisture and preventing soil erosion while using a watering can, along with the added benefit of the fish fertilizer they offer; my roses have flourished and grown significantly from their original 2-gallon pots.
USA Consumer
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2021
Use it every year for dark color, repels insects and easily blends with soil after winter months for new treatment. Best composting ground cover (black) to contrast color of flowers.
Chris Reyna
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2021
This stuff is amazing! I sprinkled some around the base of each of my very infested rose bushes and watered and the Aphids disappeared! I wish I knew about this year's ago. I'll never go without it. Lasts for months without putting any new down.
Momma Bear
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2018
Compost arrived in great condition, due to the nice packaging. The smell is rich and pleasant. It has only been few weeks since I have used the compost, but I have noticed a difference in the amount of insects already. I also love that it is organic and not some chemical that is bad for the environment.
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