How many times a day should roses be watered in summer?

Summer is the season when roses grow vigorously. At this time, the temperature is high and evaporation is fast, so the rose's demand for water is relatively high. But don't water blindly, you must master the frequency and method. So how many times a day should we water roses in summer? Let’s learn more about it below.

How many times a day should roses be watered in summer?

When the temperature is high in summer, it is generally recommended to water the plants once every 1-2 days. You can also spray water on the leaves every morning and evening. On the one hand, it can keep the plants moisturized, and on the other hand, it can wash away insects and eggs.

Watering tips for roses in summer

1. Watering principles

Watering when the soil is dry and when the soil is wet, this is the basic principle of watering roses. When you find that the surface of the potting soil is slightly white, you should water it in time to avoid the soil being too dry or too wet.

2. Watering time

The temperature is high in summer and water evaporates quickly, so the frequency of watering should be increased appropriately. It is recommended to water in the morning or evening to avoid watering at noon which may cause excessive temperature differences and affect the growth of roses.

3. Watering frequency

Generally, on sunny days when the temperature exceeds 30℃ (including when the sun is not too strong), watering is required every day; on cloudy days in summer when the air humidity is high and there is no sunshine, if the plants are not wilted, you can skip watering and wait until the weather clears up before watering; do not water on rainy days, but water them if the weather clears up the next day.

4. Watering temperature

During the high temperatures in summer, watering with warm water can prevent sudden temperature changes from damaging the roses. Never water roses directly with ice water.

5. Watering method

When watering, avoid pouring water directly on the flowers to prevent excessive moisture from causing bacteria to grow. It is best to water in the morning or evening, and avoid watering when the sun is hot at noon to prevent the leaves from being sunburned.

6. Dehydration

(1) Slight water shortage: When the rose is slightly short of water, for example, after the tender buds and branches wilt, there is nothing to do except replenishing water, and it will generally recover the next day. But if it has not recovered and withered the next day, you can just cut it off the next day.

(2) Long-term water shortage: Long-term water shortage can easily lead to yellow leaves. At this time, we must adjust the frequency of watering and provide sufficient water. In addition, the yellow leaves need to be cleaned up, and the plant will generally recover slowly.

In general, rose maintenance is particularly important in summer, and watering is the key link. Be sure to master the correct watering techniques to ensure they grow healthily and bloom beautifully.