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As a group, roses are the most popular shrubs of all in temperate climates worldwide. California is a great place to grow roses, especially because of its mild-winter climates, where some roses seem to always be in bloom. \"Roses\" is a big category, and there are many different kinds. In general, all roses like sun, good soil, good air circulation, and regular water and fertilizer. Since they bloom on new growth, they also need a certain amount of pruning in order to produce the most flowers -- but it\'s probably true that most people prune their roses too heavily. Mostly, it\'s the cut-flower \"hybrid teas\" that need a seasonal pruning -- the many popular shrubby landscape roses generally don\'t need much cutting back. And even with the hybrid teas, consider that when you cut your blooms for bouquets, you\'re really accomplishing your pruning chores at the same time. Just remember that a big shrub produces more flowers, so do give your roses a seasonal haircut with just a little thinning, but don\'t overdo it (and remember to wear your gardening gloves when you do!).
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January1. BuyBare-root roses are good value and easy to plant. Buy large #1 size plants, and you\'ll get lots of flowers the first year. Shop early in the bare-root season for the best selection and freshest plants.2. PlantPlant bare-root roses soon after you buy them, and soak them for a couple hours in a bucket of water before you do. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.3. PrunePrune hybrid teas in winter, before new growth begins, to remove dead and older, unproductive canes. Cut back healthy canes by one third, making cuts just above outward facing buds. Many shrubs and climbers, however, do not need radical annual pruning, and may simply be cut back lightly either in winter or after spring bloom.4. TransplantWith care, established roses may be moved during bare-root season, before new growth appears.February1. BuyBare-root roses are good value and easy to plant. Buy large #1 size plants, and you\'ll get lots of flowers the first year. Shop early in the bare-root season for the best selection and freshest plants.2. PlantPlant bare-root roses soon after you buy them, and soak them for a couple hours in a bucket of water before you do. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.3. FertilizeFeed with a balanced fertilizer in February, and again after each bloom cycle. Hybrid teas grown for cut flowers need feeding more than shrubby roses do.4. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.5. PrunePrune hybrid teas in winter, before new growth begins, to remove dead and older, unproductive canes. Cut back healthy canes by one third, making cuts just above outward facing buds. Many shrubs and climbers, however, do not need radical annual pruning, and may simply be cut back lightly either in winter or after spring bloom.6. MulchMulch to conserve water use and keep roots cool.7. TransplantWith care, established roses may be moved during bare-root season, before new growth appears.March1. BuyBare-root roses are good value and easy to plant. Buy large #1 size plants, and you\'ll get lots of flowers the first year. Shop early in the bare-root season for the best selection and freshest plants. You can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.2. PlantPlant bare-root roses soon after you buy them, and soak them for a couple hours in a bucket of water before you do. Container-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.3. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.4. PrunePrune hybrid teas in winter, before new growth begins, to remove dead and older, unproductive canes. Cut back healthy canes by one third, making cuts just above outward facing buds. Many shrubs and climbers, however, do not need radical annual pruning, and may simply be cut back lightly either in winter or after spring bloom.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.April1. BuyYou can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.2. PlantContainer-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.3. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.4. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.May1. BuyYou can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.2. PlantContainer-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.3. FertilizeFeed with a balanced fertilizer after each bloom cycle. Hybrid teas grown for cut flowers need feeding more than shrubby roses do.4. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.5. PruneCutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.6. MulchMulch to conserve water use and keep roots cool.7. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.June1. BuyYou can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.2. PlantContainer-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.3. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.4. PruneCutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.July1. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.2. PruneCutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.August1. FertilizeFeed with a balanced fertilizer after each bloom cycle. Hybrid teas grown for cut flowers need feeding more than shrubby roses do.2. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.3. PruneCutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.4. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.September1. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.2. PruneCutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.3. MulchMulch to conserve water use and keep roots cool.4. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.October1. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.2. PruneCutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseA good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.November1. WaterWater regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
January
Bare-root roses are good value and easy to plant. Buy large #1 size plants, and you\'ll get lots of flowers the first year. Shop early in the bare-root season for the best selection and freshest plants.
February
Bare-root roses are good value and easy to plant. Buy large #1 size plants, and you\'ll get lots of flowers the first year. Shop early in the bare-root season for the best selection and freshest plants.
March
Bare-root roses are good value and easy to plant. Buy large #1 size plants, and you\'ll get lots of flowers the first year. Shop early in the bare-root season for the best selection and freshest plants. You can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.
April
You can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.
May
You can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.
June
You can also buy roses in the spring, after they have been established in pots. Buy them in 3 or 5-gallon sized containers, since smaller pots usually means that too much root-pruning has been done.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
January
Plant bare-root roses soon after you buy them, and soak them for a couple hours in a bucket of water before you do. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.
February
Plant bare-root roses soon after you buy them, and soak them for a couple hours in a bucket of water before you do. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.
March
Plant bare-root roses soon after you buy them, and soak them for a couple hours in a bucket of water before you do. Container-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.
April
Container-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.
May
Container-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.
June
Container-grown plants may be planted at any time. Pick a spot in full sun (a little afternoon shade in hot climates is fine) in well-drained soil, with good air circulation, and amend the soil with organic material and a balanced fertilizer. On grafted plants, plant so that the graft union (knob) is just above soil level. Make a generous watering basin around your new plants, and water thoroughly.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
February
Feed with a balanced fertilizer in February, and again after each bloom cycle. Hybrid teas grown for cut flowers need feeding more than shrubby roses do.
May
Feed with a balanced fertilizer after each bloom cycle. Hybrid teas grown for cut flowers need feeding more than shrubby roses do.
August
Feed with a balanced fertilizer after each bloom cycle. Hybrid teas grown for cut flowers need feeding more than shrubby roses do.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
January
Water regularly and thoroughly d
February
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
March
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
April
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
May
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
June
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
July
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
August
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
September
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
October
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
November
Water regularly and thoroughly as necessary during the growing season. Wash off foliage (morning is best) with a spray of water on a regular basis to promote healthy growth.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
January
Prune hybrid teas in winter, before new growth begins, to remove dead and older, unproductive canes. Cut back healthy canes by one third, making cuts just above outward facing buds. Many shrubs and climbers, however, do not need radical annual pruning, and may simply be cut back lightly either in winter or after spring bloom.
February
Prune hybrid teas in winter, before new growth begins, to remove dead and older, unproductive canes. Cut back healthy canes by one third, making cuts just above outward facing buds. Many shrubs and climbers, however, do not need radical annual pruning, and may simply be cut back lightly either in winter or after spring bloom.
March
Prune hybrid teas in winter, before new growth begins, to remove dead and older, unproductive canes. Cut back healthy canes by one third, making cuts just above outward facing buds. Many shrubs and climbers, however, do not need radical annual pruning, and may simply be cut back lightly either in winter or after spring bloom.
May
Cutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.
June
Cutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.
July
Cutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.
August
Cutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.
September
Cutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.
October
Cutting flowers for bouquets promotes more flowers later, as does deadheading any seed pods that form.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
February
Mulch to conserve water use and keep roots cool.
May
Mulch to conserve water use and keep roots cool.
September
Mulch to conserve water use and keep roots cool.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
March
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
April
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
May
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
June
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
July
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
August
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
September
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
October
Watch for pests and leaf diseases throughout the growing season.
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
March
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
April
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
May
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
June
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
July
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
August
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
September
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
October
A good spray of water in early morning can be effective in controlling small insects and even some leaf diseases. If pests and diseases are a big problem, systemic rose care products can be of help.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
January
With care, established roses may be moved during bare-root season, before new growth appears.
February
With care, established roses may be moved during bare-root season, before new growth appears.
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