What is the best time to plant roses in Georgia?

In Georgia the planting season for rose is November through March. Please note that late spring planting of bare-root roses can be questionable.

What roses grow best in Georgia?

Try climbers such as the Georgia state flower and species rose Cherokee, the beloved species Lady Banks, or the nearly thornless Bourbon rose Zephirine Drouhin. Other choices include polyantha roses such as Cecile Brunner (also known as the Sweetheart Rose), and the hybrid musk rose Ballerina.

When to plant tea rose bushes in Georgia?

Hybrid Tea Rose. Roses should be planted 5 to 6 feet apart in February. Dig a hole large enough to place the roots without crowding. The graft union (the enlarged area on the main stem) should be 1 inch above the soil level. Water thoroughly after planting. Container-grown roses should be planted no deeper than they were in the original container.

What’s the best way to grow roses in Georgia?

Roses need six to eight hours of direct sun each day. Morning sun is essential. Good air movement dries dew and rain quickly, discouraging diseases. Good drainage and moderately fertile soil will benefit growth. Amend the soil with at least 4 inches of organic matter.

What kind of fertilizer to use on roses in Georgia?

Soil testing is recommended to determine the soil?s need for lime and fertilizer. Without a soil test, it is generally recommended to use three tablespoons per plant of 16-4-8 or 12-4-8 fertilizer each month from March through September. Spread the fertilizer in a circle around the plant. Rake it lightly into the soil and water after application.

When to plant swamp rose bushes in Georgia?

This rose flowers between May and June in Georgia’s swamps and along the wet edges of ponds, lakes and streams. Red or orange hips follow the blooms. Prominent hooked thorns make swamp rose difficult to prune. Plant this shrub in moist to wet, organically rich soil and sun to shade.