Roses should not be planted too densely, as this promotes infestation, especially with black mold. But other fungal pathogens can also spread more quickly if the planting is too close. Basically, wide-growing roses require a greater distance than slender, tall varieties. However, plant growth and thus also the optimal distances depend on the specific climate and soil conditions.
What planting distance should you plan for roses?
The ideal rose planting distance varies depending on the variety: dwarf roses 30-40 cm, bed roses 40-50 cm, shrub roses depending on the height, climbing roses 2-4 cm, ground cover roses 40-150 cm and roses for hedges 80-100 cm. Make sure there is sufficient distance for he althy growth.
Rules of thumb for different types of roses
Basically the rule applies: the better the location, the wider the planting distances should be planned. Information about height and width are always only average values, because the plants can become larger or remain smaller depending on the location. Roses tend to stay lower in sandy soils, while they often grow higher in clayey soils. However, you can use the following guidelines when planting:
- Dwarf roses are planted 30 to 40 centimeters apart,
- Flower roses between 40 and 50 centimeters.
- For shrub roses, the planting distance depends on the expected height of the plant.
- These should be planted as far apart as the shrub rose is tall.
- Climbing roses need a distance of between two and four centimeters.
- Ground cover roses between 40 and 150 centimeters depending on the variety.
- Roses for hedges are planted 80 to 100 centimeters apart.
Tip
It's better to plant roses too far apart rather than too close together. If there is still a lot of space between the newly planted roses, plant summer flowers and dahlias in the gaps instead.
