Rose planting methods and precautions

When to plant roses

Rose seeds are usually sown in spring when the temperature is relatively warm, which is more conducive to their growth. The temperature is too high in summer and will burn the seedlings. They can also be sown in autumn, but the growth cycle is short and they need to be prepared for wintering. The temperature is low in winter and after sowing they have to wait until spring to germinate.

How to plant roses

Roses can be propagated by sowing in spring from March to April. After the seeds have germinated, they can be sown. They can also be propagated by division, separating the new roots growing out of the stems and replanting them. Cutting propagation mainly involves cutting off strong branches and planting them in the soil. Grafting propagation involves grafting buds or branches onto other plants.

Rose planting steps

1. Collecting seeds: If you want to grow roses well, you must first choose good seeds. Generally, fruits will grow in August and September. When the fruits turn red, they are ripe and can be picked. The picked fruits should be stored in the refrigerator to reduce nutrient consumption. You can also take out the seeds directly, wash them and store them in sandy soil.

2. Seed selection and germination: Soak the rose seeds in warm water overnight, pick out those floating on the water, put the rest into clean water, stir slowly for a few seconds, take them out, find a paper towel or soft cloth, soak it with water, put the seeds in it, fold it and put it in a sealed plastic bag.

3. Preparation of potting soil: Mix river sand and perlite in a 1:1 ratio. The resulting substrate is very suitable for the growth of roses. You can also add a little compost soil to improve soil fertility.

4. Sowing: Sow the germinated seeds into the potting soil, not too deep. Then put it in a warm place with light. If the temperature is low, you can cover it with a glass cover and take it away for a while every day to allow it to ventilate.

Rose Care Tips

1. Watering method: Rose is a relatively drought-resistant plant. It does not need to be watered in the rainy season, but it must be drained in time. Normally, the soil can be kept slightly moist. In winter, the plant can be watered once before entering a dormant period, and watering can be stopped afterwards.

2. Fertilization method: When the rose just sprouts, you can apply a thin nitrogen fertilizer, apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers after flowering, and apply organic fertilizers after the leaves fall. Roses like to grow in fertile soil very much, but there are no very strict requirements. Everything depends on the specific circumstances of the breeding.

3. Potted cultivation: Roses can be potted in early spring and need to be watered every day in summer, and each time they need to be watered thoroughly. They can be pruned in time during the dormant period. The advantage of doing so is that it can grow better in the second year and have a longer flowering period. In addition, the remaining flowers should be pruned in time after they fade.

4. Prevent diseases and pests: Roses are prone to white mold on rainy days. You can buy some medicine specifically for treating white mold. If aphids appear, you can use a cotton swab to dip an appropriate amount of white wine and apply it on the leaves, and the aphids will fall off.