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Additional Tips for Container Planting
Add beautiful color and fragrance to any patio or outdoor space by planting your rose in a container instead of a garden bed.
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Step 1
Choose a container that is large enough to easily accommodate the plant's roots. For miniatures and small shrub varieties, a container 10 to 14 inches across and 12 to 14 inches deep is a good size. For larger varieties, containers should be at least 16 inches across and 16 to 18 inches deep. The container should have holes for drainage, so that the plant's roots do not stand in water. Containerized roses will grow well in any sunny outdoor location. |
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Step 2
Use a planting mix of equal parts sandy loam soil and organic matter, or all-purpose potting soil available at any nursery or garden center. We recommend adding a slow-release fertilizer such as J&P's ONCE® to the planting mix. Follow label instructions. |
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Step 3
Form a mound of planting mix near the bottom of the container and set the plant so the crown is an inch or two below the rim. Fill the pot with planting mix up to the crown, then press down gently. Water thoroughly. The planting mix should settle an inch or two below the rim to make watering easier. |
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