Emily Chan
Next, use a well-draining potting soil mix to plant your flowers in. Create a mixture of equal parts high-quality potting soil, garden compost, and composted manure. You can also add a cup of perlite to improve drainage.
Do not use garden soil or topsoil for container roses. They are too dense for potted plants and don’t allow proper air circulation and water flow. Fill the pot about two-thirds of the way with your mixed soil before planting.
Once your plant is situated, place the pot in a location that gets six to seven hours of sunlight daily to get the best blooms.
The dirt in container roses dries out quickly, so it’s crucial to water them often. When the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, that is your cue to water.
Try to refrain from watering between the hours of 10 AM and 6 PM because that is when the most evaporation occurs.
Roses need a lot of nutrients to thrive, especially when they’re in containers. So apply a rose fertilizer to the dirt every few weeks to keep your plants in bloom.
Finally, you must repot your roses every few years to replenish the soil. They will quickly use up all the nutrients over time, rendering the soil useless. Repot them with fresh soil during winter or early spring. Now that you’ve done your homework try your hand at growing container roses!
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