Planting roses in the fall in open ground
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Planting roses in the open ground in the fall is carried out according to certain rules. To achieve great results, it is important to choose the seedlings and the place for the bushes correctly. It is imperative that you pay attention to the preparation of the culture for planting and proper care after it.
Planting roses in the fall in open ground
When planting a crop in the fall, a number of rules must be observed
It is necessary to choose the right time for planting a plant. Autumn planting is allowed in late September or early October. The specific period depends on the characteristics of the region.
It is recommended to plant cuttings in the ground 20-30 days before frost. At the same time, the temperature at night should not be lower than +5 degrees, and during the day - above +15.
Benefits of autumn planting
Planting work is allowed to be carried out in the spring. However, there are many benefits to doing rose planting in the fall. These include the following:
- fast adaptation and resistance to temperature fluctuations;
- early onset of flowering;
- minimal need for care.
Autumn bushes are stronger. By the arrival of spring, many roots appear on them. Thanks to this, many leaves and buds grow on the bushes.
How to plant roses in autumn with an open root system, step by step instructions
You can plant bushes from late September to early October. Thanks to this, they will perfectly take root before the arrival of cold weather and will begin to grow with the onset of spring. First of all, this applies to regions with a mild climate in winter.
Choosing a seedling, how to prepare for planting in open ground
The plant is sold with open or closed roots. A quality seedling must meet the following criteria:
- The roots grow evenly in all directions. They are brown in color and do not contain unusual rot-like spots.
- The bush includes 3-4 developed shoots. They should have a rich green hue and sharp thorns. There should be no cracks or build-ups on the surface.
A seedling with an open root system should be soaked in water a day before planting. Then remove the foliage and use a sharp pruner to cut off the affected root fragments.
The ground part of the plant should be pruned to 30 cm. The buds that are located below the grafting zone should also be removed, as wild growth will appear from them.
After that, it is necessary to spray the culture with a solution of ferrous sulfate with a concentration of 3% and immerse the root system in clay mixed with mullein in a ratio of 2: 1. Thanks to this, it will be possible to protect the plant from diseases and parasites.
Before starting planting, it is recommended to immerse the seedling in a container with water
Place for planting roses on the site
Roses thrive in a sunny place that has reliable protection from the wind. In this case, it is important to monitor the height of the groundwater. They should be at least 1 m from the ground surface. High-quality drainage is of no small importance.
There should be no tall bushes or trees near the rose garden. Otherwise, they will lead to the appearance of a shade for the flowers. The more sun a crop receives during the day, the more its disease resistance increases. However, the plant can hardly withstand the midday heat. The owner of rose bushes should maintain a balance, and then the flowering will be especially lush.
For planting work, it is worth choosing a sunny site.
The optimal distance between bushes
It is recommended to plant roses at intervals of 50 cm.But the exact distance depends on the variety:
- A maximum of 30-60 cm should be left between hybrid tea or polyanthus varieties.
- Park and semi-vine varieties are planted at intervals of 1-1.5 m.
- Trench-planted curb rose bushes should be spaced 25-30 cm apart.
- Climbing varieties can be placed 1 m from other crops.
What soil is needed, how to fertilize before planting
Roses require a fertile substrate that has excellent drainage. It should be loose and moderately moist. Moreover, the thickness of the nutrient layer should not be less than 40 cm.
If the soil is too poor in the garden, it is worth preparing a nutrient mixture from loamy soil and organic fertilizers a few weeks before planting. These ingredients should be mixed in equal parts.
Preparation of holes (planting holes)
To plant a culture, a hole with a diameter of 40 cm and a depth of 50-70 cm should be made. At the bottom of the recess, it is necessary to pour a drainage layer of broken brick, expanded clay or pebbles, if the soil on the site is very heavy.
In the sandy soil, it is necessary to add a layer of clay 7 cm thick. From above it is worth pouring fertile soil with a slide.
Direct landing
How should you plant roses in open ground in the fall? To do this, you need to do the following:
- Place the seedling in the groove and gently straighten its roots.
- Sprinkle the remaining space with dug soil or a previously prepared substrate. It needs to be mixed with 1-2 glasses of ash. The root collar should be 5 cm deep.For standard crops, this is done by 10 cm.
- Tamp the soil and water it abundantly. In order for the water to saturate the ground better, watering is done in several stages. A total of 1-2 buckets of liquid should be used per bush.
- To avoid freezing of the bushes during the autumn frosts, it is worth spilling the seedlings with dry peat. Its layer should be 15-20 cm. This will help retain moisture in the structure of the soil. After 2 weeks, level the slide.
After planting, the rose must be watered abundantly
What to do if the gardener is late with planting roses
If it was not possible to plant roses on time, the work should be postponed to spring. Before that, all plants are planted in a greenhouse. If it is absent on the site, it is permissible to make a depression 40-50 cm in size, put a bush in it and sprinkle it with peat. Cover the top with spruce branches to protect the culture from frost.
If you have a warm basement, the bushes can be placed in it. To do this, it is recommended to distribute them on boxes filled with clay and sand.
Conditions for further care of a young bush
To grow a robust culture, it needs to be properly cared for. It should be understood that all useful substances have already been introduced into the soil at the stage of planting operations. Also, the bush was cut and treated to remove fungi.
Frequent watering in the fall is also not required. In dry and warm weather, the substrate can be moistened. This should be done at intervals of 3-5 days. This will require 5-7 liters of water per bush.
When carrying out planting work, special attention should be paid to preparing the rose for winter. Even if frost resistance allows the culture of cold to survive, it is much better to insure yourself and carry out insulation of the root system. In this case, it is recommended to clean the near-trunk circle from plant debris.
How to build a shelter for wintering
For the winter, a young plant must be insulated.
Young plants should definitely be covered. To do this, you can use the following tools:
- frame canopy - for this you need to take burlap and agrofibre and pull it on the posts;
- hut - it can be made from pine or spruce branches.
Small bushes should be covered with dry foliage and old things. Also in flower shops you can find special covers that are designed to shelter crops. The convenience of their use lies in the fact that with the arrival of spring, the structure can be easily removed and put in place.
Planting a rose in autumn is much better than in spring. Thanks to this, the culture will be able to take root and harden during the winter. This will make the bush more resistant to diseases and parasites. To successfully grow a beautiful flowering plant, it needs to be provided with complete and high-quality care.
