Rose Care by Region
Roses are incredibly versatile plants and can grow in varying climates. Knowing the ideal climate for growing your chosen rose can help your plants thrive within their new home. Most roses prefer warm climates but many are extremely adaptable and can handle extreme temperatures when cared for correctly.
FEBRUARY, MARCH - Spring pruning
APRIL - First feed and mulch as growth starts
APRIL, MAY - Spray when a fresh canopy of leaves appear. Deadhead as needed
JUNE - Second feed after first flush of flowers, water well, deadhead
JULY - Water well and deadhead
AUGUST - Third feed 6-8 weeks after second feed and spray before the second flush of flowers. Water well and deadhead as needed
NOVEMBER - JANUARY - Let your roses go into dormancy for the winter
MARCH, APRIL - Spring pruning
APRIL - First feed and mulch as growth starts
MAY - Spray when a fresh canopy of leaves appear
JUNE, JULY - Second feed after first flush of flowers, water well, deadhead
JULY - Water well and deadhead
AUGUST - Spray before the second flush of flowers. Water well and deadhead as needed
NOVEMBER - FEBRUARY - Let your roses go into dormancy for the winter
MARCH, APRIL - Spring pruning
APRIL, MAY- First feed and mulch as growth starts
MAY, JUNE - Spray when a fresh canopy of leaves appear. Water well.
JUNE, JULY - Second feed after first flush of flowers, water well, deadhead
JULY - Water well and deadhead
AUGUST - Spray before the second flush of flowers. Water well and deadhead as needed. Summer pruning
NOVEMBER - FEBRUARY - Let your roses go into dormancy for the winter
JANUARY - Spring pruning
FEBRUARY - First feed and mulch as growth starts
MARCH, APRIL - Spray when a fresh canopy of leaves appear
MAY - Second feed after first flush of flowers and deadhead
JULY - Third feed 6-8 weeks after second.Water well and deadhead
AUGUST - Summer pruning. Spray before the second flush of flowers. Water well and deadhead as needed
NOVEMBER - FEBRUARY - Let your roses go into dormancy for the winter
JANUARY, FEBRUARY - Spring pruning
FEBRUARY, MARCH - First feed and mulch as growth starts
MARCH, APRIL - Spray when a fresh canopy of leaves appear. Water well.
MAY - Second feed after first flush of flowers, water well, deadhead
JULY - Third feed 6-8 weeks after second. Water well and deadhead
AUGUST - Water well and deadhead as needed. Summer pruning
SEPTEMBER - Fourth feed 6-8 weeks after third. Spray before the autumn flush of flowers. Water well and deadhead as needed
DECEMBER - Let your roses go into dormancy for the winter
FEBRUARY - Spring pruning
MARCH - First feed and mulch as growth starts
MARCH, APRIL - Spray when a fresh canopy of leaves appear
MAY - Second feed after first flush of flowers and deadhead
JULY - Third feed 6-8 weeks after second.Water well and deadhead
AUGUST - Summer pruning. Water well and deadhead as needed
SEPTEMBER - Fourth feed 6-8 weeks after third. Spray before the autumn flush of flowers. Water well and deadhead as needed
NOVEMBER - JANUARY - Let your roses go into dormancy for the winter
Prolonged periods of exceptionally cold weather can be challenging for roses, but some varieties are hardier than others. Plant your rose deeply, with the base of the stems about 2” – 3” below ground level. It’s a good idea to provide more insulation for your rose during the coldest months by creating a 6” – 12” mound of wood chips, leaves or soil around the base of the plant.
Hot and dry climates can present certain challenges for roses, such as dehydration. Planting in some shade can help protect roses from the midday sun. For roses in beds, water deep and occasionally. Roses in pots may need watering daily.
Hot and humid climates can be favourable for pests and diseases. As a preventative measure, be sure to spray your roses as advised in your rose care calendar.
