Rose Care Advice & Inspiration
Roses are easy to grow and are remarkably tolerant. However, with a little extra care and attention your roses will really thrive. Follow the rose care advice guides created by our rose experts to help you look after your rose plants or be inspired by our show gardens and articles on how to best use roses within your garden.
a guide to deadheading
Deadheading after the first flush of flowers not only helps to encourage further blooms, but also helps to maintain a shapely and healthy plant.
WATERING YOUR ROSES
During warm weather it is most important to keep your roses well hydrated. Give your roses plenty of water and they will reward you with abundant blooms throughout the flowering season.
How to Plant a Bare Root Rose in a Pot or Container
Brighten up a forgotten corner of your garden by planting a bare root rose in a pot or container. Watch our video to find out more.
How to Plant a Bare Root Rose in the Ground
Add some color to a border by planting a bare root rose. Follow our video guide to find out more.
the basics of rose care
Learn how to care for your roses with our simple guides and top tips
How to Plant Roses
From bare root roses to planting a rose in a pot, follow our step by step planting guides as they take you through everything you need to do to ensure your rose gets off to the best possible start.
Rose Care Basics
Roses are easy to grow and are remarkably tolerant. However, with a little extra care and attention your roses will really thrive. From how much to water your roses to how to control everyday garden pests, we will take you through the basics of rose care.
How to Prune Roses
Pruning is often seen to be tricky, but in reality it is very simple to do. Follow our easy rose pruning guides to find out how.
CONTAINER GARDENING
Get creative and plant English roses in unusual pots and containers. Plant a rose in a container to transform any space into a heavenly floral spot.
ENCOURAGING A HEALTHY GARDEN
Pollinators such as bees, butterflies and other garden insects are integral to a happy garden and healthy roses. Plant roses to attract pollinators and encourage a healthy garden ecosystem.
Rose Inspiration
Learn how to get the very best out of your roses
Advice & Inspiration: Shrub Roses
Shrub roses are easy to grow and are a great addition to any garden with their large, colorful blooms, wonderful fragrances and long flowering season.
Advice & Inspiration: New Season
This season we are pleased to bring you themes that add a touch of Britishness to your gardens and outdoor spaces. Let us inspire you inspire you with an abundance of ideas and a plethora of plants for creating your own unique take on the English garden
Advice & Inspiration: Climbing Roses
Climbing and rambling roses create a big impact without requiring much ground space. Discover how to train, plant and care for climbing roses and be inspired on how to use them to transform your outdoor space.