ROSES - Bare-root vs. Container

Roses come ready to plant two different ways: Bare-root or Container.

These terms mean with or without soil around the roots. Bare-root roses are preferable because the roots can be arranged to grow outward and may establish more quickly for a good initial root system.

Container roses will be less-shocked by the planting process, so if planting at less-optimal times (spring or summer) plant container roses.

When planting in winter, plant bare-root roses in a semi-dormant state to give roots a better chance to establish.

5 Easy steps to planting Bare-root roses:

1. Dig a good hole - Deep, spacious planting holes are best for roses. Dig the hole at least 1 foot deep and 20 inches wide.
2. Soak before you plant - Hydrate rose roots by soaking them in water with vitamin B1 for a few hours or overnight.
3. Prune - Cut off any diseased or damaged roots before planting.
4. Plant the rose - Put the plant in the hole and gently arrange the roots so they radiate out in the soil.
5. Give it plenty of water - Form a basin around each rose plant to retain water.