How to Buy Rose Bushes
Consider the variety of rose sizes out there., Take some measurements., Select a rose bush variety that will not outgrow its space., Make sure there will be at least 6 to 8 inches of space all the way around the rose bush after it reaches its mature...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Consider the variety of rose sizes out there.
Rose bushes come in mini, small, medium and large sizes.
They can be shrubs or climbers and some can even be trained to grow either way.
Take a close look at the space the rose bush will occupy to determine what size bush to buy. -
Step 2: Take some measurements.
Measure the space between the plants that will be on either side or, if the rose will be next to a building, measure the area from the building to the edge of the garden or next plant. , If the area measures only 2 feet wide by 2 feet deep, buy a miniature rose like “Live Wire” (Rosa “Savawire” “Live Wire”) that grows to only 6 to 12 inches tall and wide.“White Meidiland” (Rosa “Meicoublan” “White Meidiland”) is a popular ground-cover type rose for larger landscapes that grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet and width of 4 to 6 feet.
It would require a 7-foot wide area in the garden. “Peace” roses (Rosa “Peace”) is a very popular hybrid tea rose that takes up a little less space than “White Meidiland.” With a mature height of 3 to 4 feet and width of 2 to 3 feet, it needs about 4 feet of garden space. , Roses are commonly susceptible to fungal and bacterial diseases that flourish if air circulation is restricted.
Leaving at least 6 to 8 inches of empty space around the rose bush will reduce the frequency and severity of these common diseases. -
Step 3: Select a rose bush variety that will not outgrow its space.
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Step 4: Make sure there will be at least 6 to 8 inches of space all the way around the rose bush after it reaches its mature width.
Detailed Guide
Rose bushes come in mini, small, medium and large sizes.
They can be shrubs or climbers and some can even be trained to grow either way.
Take a close look at the space the rose bush will occupy to determine what size bush to buy.
Measure the space between the plants that will be on either side or, if the rose will be next to a building, measure the area from the building to the edge of the garden or next plant. , If the area measures only 2 feet wide by 2 feet deep, buy a miniature rose like “Live Wire” (Rosa “Savawire” “Live Wire”) that grows to only 6 to 12 inches tall and wide.“White Meidiland” (Rosa “Meicoublan” “White Meidiland”) is a popular ground-cover type rose for larger landscapes that grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet and width of 4 to 6 feet.
It would require a 7-foot wide area in the garden. “Peace” roses (Rosa “Peace”) is a very popular hybrid tea rose that takes up a little less space than “White Meidiland.” With a mature height of 3 to 4 feet and width of 2 to 3 feet, it needs about 4 feet of garden space. , Roses are commonly susceptible to fungal and bacterial diseases that flourish if air circulation is restricted.
Leaving at least 6 to 8 inches of empty space around the rose bush will reduce the frequency and severity of these common diseases.
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