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PICTURE (TOP)CHERYL MADDOCKSO^1 DIG^ a hole about 50cm wide
and deep enough for the bud union
to be 3-5cm above the soil level. Add
the plant, create a mound of soil in the
centre of the hole and spread the bare
roots carefully over the mound.O^2 BACKFILL^ with soil, making
sure that the bud union remains at the
correct height above the soil. Water in
well with at least one full watering can.
TIP It’s best not to fertilise until new
growth begins in spring.O^3 FIRM^ down the soil, adding
more if needed. Form a saucer-shaped
depression around the stem so that
water will be directed to the roots.
Mulch with lucerne hay, keeping it
away from the stem.Roses are sold bare-rooted in winter and should be planted as soon as possible. First unpack the rose from its
packing material and soak it in a bucket of water with some seaweed solution while you prepare the hole.HOW TO PLANT
To cover a trellis, choose a climbing rose,
but for blocks of colour, opt for a shrub rose.LANDSCAPING USES
Roses come in a variety of shapes, sizes
and colours and can be used in many
ways in the garden. hey can climb,
cascade, ramble, disguise and decorate.
CLIMBING ROSES drape over trellises,
fences and pergolas, or grow on pillars
or teepees to provide focal points in an
otherwise lat garden.
SHRUB ROSES, such as Hybrid
Teas, Floribunda, Bourbons and David
Austins, provide height in garden beds.
To add to the look, plant among annuals
and perennials, which will provide
lowers at ground level.
GROUNDCOVER ROSES can
cascade down banks, over walls or even
act as low hedges. hey are perfect for
growing in containers.
STANDARD ROSES add height to
garden beds and grow well in large pots. 140 JULY 2018 Australian Handyman
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