How to Care for Newly Purchased Roses in Summer
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How to Care for Newly Purchased Roses in Summer
Method and Steps for Planting New Roses in Summer
It's quite hot during this season, so newly purchased roses should be planted immediately after arriving home, and should not be left for too long, as leaving them for too long can cause the leaves to lose water and wither. The process of planting roses should minimize root damage, with specific steps as follows.
Step One: Prepare Pots and Soil
Rose pots can be chosen based on the size of the rose seedlings, generally with a diameter slightly larger than the rose's crown. Using a large pot for small seedlings can easily cause waterlogging and root rot, while a small pot for large seedlings lacks sufficient growing space.
Roses are not very demanding when it comes to soil. The soil for potted roses should be loose and breathable, with good drainage. It's important to avoid using soil that is too sticky, as well as soil that is lime-rich, alkaline, or high in salt.
When using coconut bran, it should be noted that much of it is unprocessed and contains a lot of salt, which needs to be soaked and washed off before use.
Step Two: Potting Operation
Most of the roses purchased come with a small pot and the soil used is usually nutrient-rich. Since roses bought during this season are often in bloom, the original soil should not be disturbed when potting; simply remove the original pot and plant directly.
If the seedlings are bare-rooted, they suffer significant root damage, so once they arrive home, they should be planted promptly.
If there are flower buds, they need to be cut off to reduce water consumption, otherwise, the hot summer weather can easily cause the rose branches to wither due to water loss.
Pay Attention to Acclimatization After Planting Roses
After planting roses, water them thoroughly and allow them to acclimatize. Acclimatization is a crucial factor for rose survival in summer planting and should not be neglected. The following points need attention during acclimatization.
① Do Not Expose to Sunlight
Summer temperatures are high, and sunlight is strong. The newly potted roses have unstable roots and should not be exposed to the sun.
When exposed to the sun, the leaves of the roses will evaporate a lot of moisture, and without sufficient water absorption from the roots, the leaves will lose water and wilt, sometimes leading to the rose being sunburned to death.
Roses can be placed in a shaded area with good ventilation and a suitable temperature to acclimatize.
② Reasonable Watering
After potting, water the roses thoroughly, then wait until the surface of the soil is dry before watering again. This is the stage when the rose roots are recovering, and watering should be neither too much nor too little.
③ Spray Water on the Leaves
In hot summer weather, it's common for some leaves to wilt after potting, which is a normal situation. After potting, you can spray water on the leaves several times a day to keep them moist and aid recovery.
④ Do Not Fertilize During Acclimatization
No fertilizer should be applied during the acclimatization period. With the hot summer weather, fertilizing can easily burn the rose roots, extending the recovery time.
Normal Care for Roses After Acclimatization
The acclimatization period is usually around 3-5 days. If the roses are growing well without any wilted or yellow leaves, it indicates that the acclimatization period is over, and normal care can resume. The following points need attention when caring for roses in summer.
① Apply Light Fertilizer in Summer
Roses grow slowly in the high summer temperatures and do not require much fertilizer. It's not recommended to use too much or too concentrated fertilizer in summer; light and dilute fertilizers can be used instead, and the frequency of fertilizing should not be too high.
In early summer, fertilize every 7-10 days, and in mid-summer, once every two weeks is sufficient.
② Ensure Sufficient Watering in Summer
With high temperatures and fast evaporation in summer, rose leaves will consume a lot of water. It's essential to ensure sufficient watering in summer, without allowing any water shortages. Generally, watering is needed every 2-3 days, and daily watering is required during mid-summer.
Watering should be done in the morning or evening, not at noon.
③ Pay Attention to Shading in Summer
While roses enjoy sunlight, too much exposure can be harmful. When summer temperatures exceed 30 degrees Celsius, monitor the leaves for sunburn and shade them immediately if any damage is seen.
Especially for roses planted on rooftops, not only can the leaves be easily sunburned, but the direct sunlight and heat from the ground can also burn the roots, so proper shading is necessary in summer.
④ Avoid Heavy Pruning in Mid-Summer
Roses grow relatively fast in early summer and should be pruned appropriately after blooming to promote the growth of lateral branches. In mid-summer, roses grow slowly, and many will bloom.
Pruning in mid-summer should not be too severe, as heavy pruning can easily cause the roses to die.
The above is a detailed explanation on how to care for newly purchased roses in summer. I hope this article can help you with green plant management!