How to Plant a Rose Garden

Roses are one of the most classically beautiful flowers around. You do not need a green thumb to plant them. They do not need a lot of care but they do require plenty of sunshine and light watering. The drainage must also be good. You must fertilize them because this is what will keep them healthy. Rose food is also available to give the extra nutrients.

How to Plant a Rose Garden

1. Plan you rose garden by sketching it on paper. This will give you an idea of how many rose to plant and where to plant them. The best thing to do is start with a small garden and upgrade later, especially if this is your first time planting a rose garden. Try to plant the roses near the end of spring or in the beginning of summer.

2. Dig a beginning hole that is as deep as the root of the rose plant.  The area should get at least six hours of sun every day. All you will need to start a rose garden is the bulb and root. Dig from the beginning hole to about three inches up the main stem. Add another three inches.

3. Place rose food in the bottom of the hole. Be liberal in how much you use because roses love the rose food.

4. Make sure there is enough room between the rose plants so they can mature.

5. Mix the loose soil in with the rose food. Spread the root ball of the plant and put it into the hole. Fill in the hole with loose soil. Pack the soil down. The main stem should be covered two inches from the root ball. Plant as many as needed.

6. Water the area generously. Use light water each time you go out to water the roses. Do not over water them.

7. Add fertilizer at the beginning of spring. Prune the stems and remove dead flowers during the fall.