They live up to 10 years. Depending on the variety, they bloom in one or more colors, double, semi-double or undouble, and are more or less he althy. It should be carefully thought out when, where and how to plant them, the shrub roses.
How do you plant shrub roses correctly?
To plant shrub roses correctly, dig a hole at least 40 cm deep, loosen the soil thoroughly and add compost or organic fertilizer. Soak the root ball in water for a few hours before placing it in the hole and surrounding it with soil. Tamp down the soil, water the rose and mound it up. A layer of mulch is optional.
Where do these plants thrive?
Shrub roses, like all other roses, prefer to grow in a sunny to partially shaded location. The sunnier the place, the more flowers these plants will have. They can't cope in the shade. There they mumble to themselves. It is also important to choose an airy and open location. The risk of fungal diseases increases in protected locations.
When is the optimal planting time for shrub roses?
You should not plant shrub roses in summer when they are blooming. That weakens them too much. It is better to plant them in the fall between October and November. Then they can still root well until next year. Alternatively, the shrub roses can also be planted in spring.
How do you plant shrub roses correctly?
This is how you should proceed step by step when planting shrub roses in order to achieve excellent growth results:
- Dig a planting hole (at least 40 cm deep)
- Deeply loosen the soil
- Add compost or other organic fertilizer
- Place the root ball of the shrub rose in a bucket of water
- after a few hours place in the planting hole
- surrounded with earth
- step firmly
- pour on
- pile up
- if applicable Cover with a layer of mulch
What properties should the substrate have?
Shrub roses want their substrate to have a high proportion of loam and/or clay. In addition, the earth should be equipped as follows:
- average humus content
- loose texture
- good permeability
- Profundity
- high nutrient content
- humid environment
Are there suitable plant neighbors and if so, which ones?
There are some plant neighbors next to whom the easy-care shrub roses not only feel comfortable, but who often even protect them from pests. Here is a selection of the best plant neighbors:
- Sage
- Lavender
- Clematis
- Musk mallow
- Gypsophila
- Goldenrod
- Autumn Taster
- Bellflower
- Grasses and Ferns
- Violets
- Hibiscus
- Lilac
- St. John's Wort
- Hyssop
- larkspur
Tip
Before planting, it is advisable to shorten dead and thin roots.