When to Plant Roses

An expert gives advice on when to plant roses.

Filed under: Roses, Fall, Container Gardening, Spring, Flowers, Plants

Q. When is the best time to plant roses?

—C.D., Seven Points, TX

A. One of the good things about buying roses by mail order is that suppliers take the guesswork out of it for you and ship at the proper planting time for your area. However, here are some general guidelines:

A rose in a container can be planted any time of year, weather permitting (that is, ground isn't frozen, etc.). It is best to plant in the spring and fall so the roots have a chance to make a home for themselves before they are stressed by extreme cold or heat.

Bare-root roses are in the dormant state, and so planting is different. Planting time for this type of rose is based on the severity of the winter climate in your area. If temperatures in your area do not fall below 10 degrees F, you can plant whenever the bare-root roses are available (once again, weather permitting). If the minimum winter temperature falls between 10 degrees and -10 degrees, you should plant only in the early spring or late fall. If the coldest winter temperature in your area is below -10 degrees, plant only in the early spring. If you fall in this group, be sure to wait until the possibility of spring freezes has passed. New transplants can succumb to severe drops in temperature.

Regardless of when you plant, always try to choose a day that's not windy or very hot.

—National Gardening Association

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