We’re so glad you’re interested in learning more about bare root rose care! While we’re unable to provide personalized advice due to the high volume of inquiries we receive, we’ve put together some fantastic resources to help you along the way. Wheth
This is completely normal new growth and nothing to worry about on your plant. It's a sign that your rose is healthy and ready to thrive!. The growth at the bottom of the plant is known as basal breaks or new cane growth. These new shoots will develo
Blackening or browning canes is a sign of dieback, and will continue to travel down the cane if not trimmed. Roses use their energy to continuously produce new stems and blooms, and may kill off a portion of the plant that isn’t benefitting the entir
It’s important to remember that bare root roses are living things just like you and me, and each one is different! It is completely normal for roses to progress at a different pace, even under the exact same growing conditions. Some varieties will le
Water your newly planted bare root roses daily for a minimum of 1-2 weeks with overhead water to keep the canes and roots hydrated as it’s getting established. You can skip this step if you get a lot of rain in your area but if you aren't you need to
DO NOT apply any rose fertilizer until you see your first set of leaves push out. Give your bare root rose time to get established before adding anything extra to the soil. Once the first full sets of leaves appear, feed your rose with a balanced ros
Keep in mind that bare root roses are young plants, typically about a year and a half to two and a half years old. It’s totally normal for bare root roses to have smaller blooms and shorter stems in their first year while they’re getting established
Heat ProtectionWhen planting late in the season, especially outside the normal planting window, it's crucial to consider heat protection. Roses need cooler temperatures to establish their roots effectively. If planted during warmer weather, their roo
Trim down the canes of your rose until you see green growth in the center of the canes. If there is still green in the middle of the cane then the rose isn't dead and just needs time and some TLC to rejuvenate. Whether you’re brand new to growing bar
In order to ensure success in growing your rose, we ask you to please follow our recommended planting and storage instructions included with every order and detailed here. By following our care instructions carefully, if planted at the right time for