Site, style, and soil are the keys to a beautifully planned rose garden.
They’re carefully pruned into formal arrangements and allowed to climb and cascade over charming trellises.
However, the idea of a rose garden is often thought of as an intimidating project.
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They have a reputation for being temperamental, and planning a rose garden seems like a significant endeavor.
“Style, what kind of rose garden are you envisioning?
She adds that good airflow is also essential.
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Get The Soil Ready
“Success starts a few inches beneath the soil.
Your roses will thrive if thesoil is already preparedwhen you plant them.
Instead, you want to focus on an intentional palette.
For a garden with energy and fun, choose a bright color or mix and match varieties.”
Try just shades of pink and red or perhaps yellow and orange.
Add in white for a palate cleanser.
“If you love cutting blooms to bring indoors, choose a variety known for repeat, vigorous blooms.
Looking to cover a fence, arch, or entranceway?
These are a few perennial favorites:
Janney recommends beginners choose roses that are repeat bloomers.
Janney suggests pairing roses with catmint, salvia,foxglove, scabiosa, andconeflower.
She says, “Any traditional cottage flower complements roses beautifully.”
“Some beneficial companion plants for rose gardens include chive, allium, herbs, and catmint.
If there’s a heat wave, however, you may want to increase the watering.
Fertilizer
Fertilize your roses regularly.
Water the rose after you apply the fertilizer.
It’s as simple as cutting or pinching off the bloom where it meets the steam.
Keep Pests and Diseases Away
Roses' reputation as pest and disease prone isn’t unwarranted.
see to it you water your roses at ground level to prevent powdery mildew from forming.
If you see infected leaves, remove them.
Adding beneficial nematodes to your soil can also help prevent disease and discourage pests.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Sketch out your plan first, allowing for walkways and negative space.
double-check there’s enough room to reach each rose bush for pruning and maintenance.
