Tucson gets lots of sun, so that is good. Since it is such a dry climate, you should mulch them and water them from the base. Plant in potting soil in a container or on the ground with a planter formed around it. Water as needed, especially in the heat of summer, at least every other day if not more.
I live in a similar climate and water early morning (before sunrise), and if need be after sunset to refresh them. For most gardeners this is a no no, but when you live where the humidity is less than 10%, we do not need to worry about molding issues. Mine get huge and will grow past the rain gutters if I would let them go.
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Tucson gets lots of sun, so that is good. Since it is such a dry climate, you should mulch them and water them from the base. Plant in potting soil in a container or on the ground with a planter formed around it. Water as needed, especially in the heat of summer, at least every other day if not more.
Here are some helpful, Arizona specific sites to help you out.
http://www.rosesocietyoftucson.org/category/rose-care/
https://faq.gardenweb.com/discussions/2765860/caring-for-roses-in-the-arizona-desert
https://arizonadailyindependent.com/2017/06/04/think-roses-cant-grow-in-the-arizona-desert-rose-industry-flourishes-here/
I live in a similar climate and water early morning (before sunrise), and if need be after sunset to refresh them. For most gardeners this is a no no, but when you live where the humidity is less than 10%, we do not need to worry about molding issues. Mine get huge and will grow past the rain gutters if I would let them go.
http://tucson.com/lifestyles/home-and-garden/garden/have-your-desert-garden-coming-up-roses/article_2e05afdd-6b26-569d-84e1-7071cd6463aa.html
You could consult your local nursery or cooperative extension.