Dear flower lovers, are you also like me, troubled by the watering problem of roses? Roses, the queen of flowers, are beautiful enough to captivate the heart, but raising them can be a bit maddening. Don't worry, today let's talk about how to water roses so you can easily master this beautiful flower!
Watering Roses, Do You Really Know How?
Did you know that the water needs of roses are actually quite special. They are not the kind of plant that 'the more water, the better', nor are they a 'drought king' that 'can't stand a single drop of water'. So, how exactly should you water roses? Let me reveal it to you one by one!
1. The Water Needs of Roses Are Not as Simple as 'Thirst'
The water needs of roses are actually far more complex than you might imagine. It's not just about quenching their thirst, but also serves several other important functions:
Breathing: The roots of roses need to breathe oxygen, and the watering process brings fresh oxygen to the soil, ensuring healthy root growth.
Cooling: During hot seasons, watering roses in the evening can help cool the potting soil quickly, letting the roots and leaves feel more comfortable.
Growth: Spring is a season of vigorous growth for roses, and new leaves and buds need sufficient water, otherwise, it will affect the growth for the whole year.
2. Spring Watering: Water When the Potting Soil Feels Dry
In spring, everything comes back to life, and roses are no exception. At this time, they need a lot of water to support their growth. So, when you find the potting soil is dry, water it promptly! However, be careful to water in moderation to avoid waterlogging.
3. Summer Watering: The Key is to Let the Soil Dry Out Between WateringsIn summer, the water demand for roses is relatively high, but you should not overwater them. At this time, we should follow the principle of 'letting the soil dry out between waterings', which means to water thoroughly once, and wait for the water in the soil to be absorbed and evaporated before watering again.
4. Autumn Watering: Just Keep the Soil Slightly MoistIn autumn, roses begin to enter their dormant period, and their demand for water is relatively low. At this time, we only need to keep the soil slightly moist, avoiding the soil from being too dry.
5. Winter Watering: Keep the Soil MoistIn winter, roses are in a dormant state, and their demand for water is even lower. At this time, we only need to keep the soil moist, and avoid the soil from being too dry.
6. Watering Time: Early Morning or Evening is BestThe time of watering is also very important. Generally speaking, early morning or evening is the best time to water. Because at these times, the temperature is relatively low, the water evaporates more slowly, which can better meet the needs of the roses.
7. Watering Method: Avoid Direct Water Flow on Flowers and Young LeavesWhen watering, be careful to avoid the water stream directly hitting the flowers and young leaves, to prevent damage.
8. Water Quality: Choose Pollution-Free, Non-Alkaline Soft WaterWater quality is also important. It is best to choose pollution-free, non-alkaline soft water for watering. If using tap water, it's best to let it sit for a while to allow the chlorine to evaporate.
9. Pruning: Keep Your Roses BeautifulIn addition to watering, pruning is also an important part of keeping roses beautiful. Timely pruning of diseased, weak, overly dense, and dead branches is necessary, to allow the roses to have better ventilation and light, and to grow better.
10. Fertilizing: Supplementing Nutrients for RosesRoses love fertilizer and need regular fertilization. You can choose organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer, applied once a month. When fertilizing, be careful not to overdo it, to avoid burning the roots.
Watering roses is actually not that complicated. As long as you master the correct methods, you can easily master this beautiful flower. Let's work together to make the roses, under our care, bloom even more beautifully!