What are Potted Roses?

Potted roses tend to be more established  roses that are field grown, lifted when dormant, then freshly potted into a nursery pot. They are considered more robust than container grown roses, which can end up with a poor root system, due to the constraints of the pot. 

They  can be planted all-year-round but if you can’t plant them straight away they can be left in their nursery pots for  a few weeks until ready to plant out. You’re fine to keep them outside as long as they’re well-watered and kept frost free. Plant in the same way you would a bare root  but instead of digging a hole to fit the roots, dig one to fit the pot. Use a fork to break up the soil at the base of the hole to allow the roots to grow deep into the hole – now your hole is ready! Before planting, water the plant well, then gently pop the plant out of its nursery pot. Loosen the soil around the roots with your fingers then place into the hole. Lightly firm the soil around your rose and water in well. To plant into a pot or container, follow the same steps, just be sure to use a container big enough to allow your rose to grow. - ideally at least 40 - 45cm wide and tall. 

 Deadhead regularly during the summer months to encourage more flowers and growth and water at least weekly, especially in warmer weather.

Potted Roses Rose Care information

When planting, it is often best to use a Rose & Shrub Feed instead of Fish Blood & Bone, although either will do.  Make sure not to plant the rose into the same soil as one that you just dug up - roses suffer from replant disease, so choose another location, or completely replace the surrounding soil. 

Roses should be planted about 1-1.2m (3-4ft) apart, although they can be pruned to size quite easily. You should prune roses annually in early spring, before the new growth starts. Remove old and  weak stems, cutting them down by about 60%, using good quality secateurs.