+ Are Drift® Roses deer resistant?ĭrift® Roses are not deer resistant and unfortunately, as you probably know, when deer are hungry, they’ll munch on anything. Have you tried pruning it back to 6” or so to see if new growth emerges (which may take a few weeks)? By cutting the plant back, you’ll push all the energy back down into the roots which may help it bounce back over time. Is there anything I can do?Īre you sure this particular plant is entirely dead? Often after a difficult winter, a rose may appear dead, but will eventually re-grow new canes from the base of the plant. + My rose does not seem to have survived the winter. You'll want to check your roses periodically to make sure they don't dry out completely. Store your containers inside until the threat of the last frost has passed (typically in early spring). If you store your containers in the garage, remember to protect them from the winter temperatures that can come in as you open and close the door. + It's getting cold outside.what do I do with my roses that are planted in containers?ĭon't panic! Leave the containers outside through the first few frosts then bring them inside and store in a cool, dark area such as your basement or garage. In spring, remove any extra mulch that may be covering the plant too deeply and trim out any dead or broken canes, also remove any burlap that you may have used to wrap the plant. Also, the winter winds can really dry out the plant so you may want to wrap the plant with burlap. A heavy snow cover will also help insulate and protect the plant through the winter. If you live in a harsh winter climate, you should do the following:Īdd 2–3" of mulch, leaves, or pine/fir boughs around the base of the plant. + If I live in an area with a harsh winter, what should I do to protect my Drift® Roses? Often people choose to deadhead to remove the faded blooms, so ultimately it is up to you. Deadheading does offer a cleaner, tidier look. + Do Drift® Roses grow faster when you deadhead them or is it better to just leave them alone?ĭrift® Roses will re-bloom every 5-6 weeks regardless of deadheading. Do not fertilize late in the summer as this is the time the rose should be preparing themselves for dormancy and you do not want to create additional unnecessary new growth that will likely die back from the first hard frost. Make sure the soil is moist before you fertilize to avoid burning the roots. Use a balanced fertilizer or fertilizer formulated for roses from your local garden center and apply after the first wave of flowering (be sure to follow the specified rates and method of application provided on the product label). If you choose to give them an additional boost, it is very important not to fertilize until after the roses are established and go through one bloom cycle. + How much, what type and when do I fertilize my Drift® Roses?ĭrift® Roses will perform beautifully even without fertilizing. A desired pH level is between 5.5 and 6.5. They prefer a balanced "neutral" soil, neither acidic nor alkaline. + What type of soil do Drift® Roses prefer? The more sun there is, the more they will thrive and produce flowers.
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+ How much sun do my Drift® Roses need?ĭrift® Roses need 6-8 hours of full sun every day. Also, be sure to place the pot in a sunny location and keep them well watered as containers dry out much faster than in ground plantings. We suggest planting into a container 2 sizes larger than the pot the plant is currently in to give it room to grow.
+ Is it okay to plant my Drift® Roses in a container?ĭrift® Roses will work well in a container on your deck. If you choose to plant in summer, be sure to water thoroughly and consistently to help your plant get established. Planting is summer is always more stressful on plants as temperatures are typically hotter and conditions are drier. You can plant Drift® Roses in the spring, summer or fall. + What is the ideal time of year to plant Drift® Roses?
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