Transplanting Roses
Transplanting roses can be a bit tricky. It doesn’t matter if you’re moving it to a farther location or you’re just moving it a few beds away, it’s still going to require the proper basics of correct plant transplantation. All flowers need proper handling, especially when it’s a rose you’re talking about. You’ll basically need to have the right equipment to proceed in good order. You’re going to need a shovel, water hose, wheelbarrow (or tarp), sturdy gardening gloves (or rose gauntlets), yardstick, potting soil, mulch, and peat moss. If you already have these, then you can proceed to the basics of transplanting roses.
Good Location
Selecting a new and good location should be based upon 3 important factors.
- Roses need about 6 hours of good sunlight exposure everyday. Select a location where the rose can access sunlight easily.
- Roses need the proper drainage as well as the right soil conditions in order to grow.
- A rose’s branches need enough room to grow in. Make sure that it doesn’t get crowded into a corner or with some other plants.
New Hole
Next, dig the new hole. Make sure that the hole is at least 2 feet deep and 2 feet wide. However, if the rose is already big, then you should probably dig a bigger hole then. Make sure that the soil is in good condition and that it drains properly by filling the hole with water. If the water in the hole doesn’t disappear within several hours, then that usually indicates bad drainage. Proper drainage is vital to the rose’s survival and is important whenever you’re transplanting roses.
Relocation
When you’re about to dig out the rose, make sure that you dig as far away from its root ball as possible so that you don’t damage the surrounding roots that’s branching out. It’s imperative that you keep the root ball well-intact as much as possible. Your garden gauntlets should be used so as to protect your hands when you’re taking out the rose. Put it in the wheelbarrow (or tarp) or just carry it with your gloved hands to the new location. Place it inside the hole and adjust it however you like. Just make sure that the bud union is above the hole.
Nursing
Peat moss, mulch, and potting soil should be mixed well before adding them around the rose’s roots. After mixing, add half of the mixture, tamp down on it, and then water the soil. Wait for the water to settle then add the remainder of the mixture. Water it down again.
Transplanting roses requires careful procedure and gentle handling from you. You don’t need to be a complete expert to follow these instructions. You only need to be mindful and not go about digging the roses out and dumping them into strange locations. As a parting advice before you leave, be sure to water the rose well a full day ahead before you transplant it. Also, when you’ve moved the rose, make sure to water it everyday for about a week or so (that depends on how hot the climate is). Don’t use insecticides or fertilizers until you see your rose is growing. For more information on transplanting roses, go to the “ secrets of growing roses”
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