How do I prepare ground for rose bushes

Terri
by Terri
How do I prepare ground for a rose bed

  3 answers
    • Terri Terri on Jun 11, 2018

      Thank you thank you Janet!!!!!! Was such a help Have a blessed day

  • Rick Rick on Jun 09, 2018

    Hi John, My research found the following advice: PH of soil is most important, neutral soil 6.0-7.0 is best, amending the soil is important but you can adjust later. If your soil is too acidic or alkaline the website I researched recommends replacing the soil or use planters. Roses need soil that drains well but hold moisture long enough for roots to absorb it, they called it "loam". The soil needs to start out being loose, loamy soil with no rocks or stones, clay like soil, etc. The key ingredient to fixing poor soil is using compost, compost manure or leaf mold. You can get your soil tested to find out the PH. If your other plants around the area are healthy then you should be okay just to add the nutrients to feed the soil and let the soil feed the plants. Saves a lot on extra fertilizing. They also recommended to add phosphorous or bone meal - 1/2 or 1 cup per bush before planting. Last thing is top off the soil with 2 or 3 inches of organic mulch. Rick Allen

  • Rose Broadway Rose Broadway on Jun 09, 2018

    Here's some eye candy for you. Roses are beautiful, and there are so many different kinds.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMTO5aKMowA