shrub rose

Shrub roses (Rosa 'Chewpeachdell' WHAT A PEACH) should be watered 2 to 3 times a week. When watering, it is important to ensure the entire soil profile is saturated with water. To do this, water the soil until you see water actively draining from the bottom of the plant's pot. Watering at the base of the plant helps to ensure that the foliage stays dry, which reduces the risk of powdery mildew and other fungal diseases. It is recommended to water in the morning or in the evening when the temperatures are not extreme. During especially hot periods, you may want to water more often as the plant needs to be kept from drying out. It is also important to provide adequate drainage when watering. If the soil stays wet, the roots may rot. If you are unsure, put your finger in the soil and if the top few inches feel dry, add water until you see it coming out the bottom. You should always be prepared to monitor and adapt your watering schedule as needed.

Shrub roses like Rosa 'Chewpeachdell' WHAT A PEACH require at least 6 hours of sunlight per day during the spring and summer months. This should be direct sunlight, meaning the plant is exposed to the sun's full intensity without any obstructions such as trees or buildings. Additionally, shrub roses are not overly particular about which direction they face—they are generally well-suited to almost any orientation, including north, south, east, and west. During the winter months, shrub roses can be a bit more flexible with respect to sunlight requirements. Since roses need a period of dormancy to produce healthy blooms in the spring, they will generally do fine with several hours of indirect sunlight per day during the cooler months. However, if the days remain warm and sunny, these roses may benefit from some exposure to direct sunlight each day during the wintertime. Overall, Rose 'Chewpeachdell' WHAT A PEACH requires a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight in the spring and summer, and several hours of indirect sunlight in the autumn and winter.

Shrub rose (Rosa 'Chewpeachdell' WHAT A PEACH) should be pruned twice a year for best results. Prune in late winter or very early spring - just before the onset of new growth - and again in early summer after the first flush of blooms has faded. For the first pruning of the season, thin out up to 1/3 of the oldest canes (stems) and any canes or branches that are diseased, dead, or damaged. This will open up the shrub to improved air circulation and allow more light to reach the center. Cut off any weak-looking stems at the ground. The second pruning of the season should take place in early summer after the first flush of blooms has faded. During this prune, only remove older canes or those that are dead or diseased. Leave the new growth, as it will bring the next bloom in late summer. Also, remove any suckers (new growth from the rootstock) that have emerged and deadhead (remove spent blooms from bushes) throughout the season. Overall, care should be taken not to over-prune by cutting back too far into older wood since this will delay bloom times or reduce the amount of flowers. Pruning can result in a denser, healthier shrub with a full, attractive shape.