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14 Mar 2008 02:21:23 | Ken Austin
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So you want to grow roses? They are a beautiful choice for your
garden and not nearly as difficult to grow as you might think.
Choose a rose that is easy to grow. Some choices
might be ‘Sunsprite’, ‘Baby Love’, ‘The Fairy’, ‘Iceberg’, or
‘Flower Carpet’. Also check to see which roses do well in your
climate. When choosing a rose think about the colors and
fragrance that appeals to you. Understand the
soil type and provide good drainage. Use organic matter to make
your soil better for the roses. Plant your roses correctly and
in the best place in your garden for the rose’s success.
Know how often to water and how much water to give
the roses. Too much water is not good so develop a watering
schedule and stick to it. Understand how the
different types of water systems work. You can choose from
sprinklers, an underground watering system or a drip irrigation
system. It is usually good to keep the water off the leaves if
you live in an area where rose diseases are a problem. Mulching keeps the water in and the weeds away. Mulching
is a very good idea when growing roses. Mulch in the early
spring when you remove the protective coverings from winter. If
you live in a warmer climate spread the mulch just before the
roses start to leaf out. Learn the kinds of
nutrients your roses need and follow a specific fertilizing
program. When growing roses it is important to test the pH of
your soil. If the pH is right the roots can interact with the
enzymes and bacteria in the soil and do well with the natural
nutrients and the ones you add. The pH can be between 5.6 and
7.2 however 6 to 6.5 is best. By testing the soil you will know
which nutrients to add. Learn how to prune
your roses. Pruning keeps the roses healthy and looking good. Prevent pest and disease problems before they
happen. Learn how to control pests and choose safe pest control
products.
Growing roses is a delightful hobby and not nearly as
complicated as you might have heard.
About Author :
Ken Austin http://www.1stinroses.com
http://www.1stdiscountshopping.com
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