When is the best time to plant rose seedlings?

Roses are shallow-rooted plants with strong sprouting ability, they like sunlight, are cold-resistant and drought-resistant, and have strong adaptability. There are many varieties of roses, and since the market prospects and demand are very good, there are many flower farmers who grow them. Let’s learn together when is the best time to plant rose seedlings ?

When is the best time to plant rose seedlings?

The planting time of rose seedlings has an important influence on their growth and flowering. Spring or autumn is the best time to plant rose seedlings. The temperature in these two seasons is suitable, which is conducive to the seedlings' adaptation to the pots and growth.

How to plant roses

1. Seed treatment

Before sowing, rose seeds should be soaked in warm water for about 4-6 hours to accelerate germination.

2. Soil preparation

Roses are suitable for planting in loose, breathable and well-drained soil. You can prepare the soil yourself, such as mixing garden soil, leaf mold, sandy soil, etc., and adding an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer .

3. Planting seeds

Sow the treated seeds into the prepared soil, cover with a thin layer of soil, water, and keep the soil moist. After sowing, you can cover the soil with a film to maintain humidity and temperature.

4. Light and temperature

Roses love light and need 4-6 hours of sunlight per day. The temperature suitable for growth is around 15-25℃. Pay attention to keeping warm in winter and avoid direct high temperatures in summer.

5. Watering and fertilizing

Proper watering is the key to the growth of roses . Water every 2-3 days in spring and autumn, increase the frequency of watering in summer, and reduce the frequency of watering in winter. Roses need sufficient nutrients during the growing period. They can be fertilized once every half a month. During the flowering period, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied instead, and base fertilizers can be applied during the dormant period.

In short, if you master the knowledge of rose cultivation, you will be able to see beautiful roses. Roses usually bloom from May to September. The flowers are usually solitary, and sometimes 3-6 flowers grow together. The flowers are not large, with a diameter of about 6 cm.