shrub rose

Shrub rose (Rosa 'Country Dancer') should be watered about 2 to 3 times a week, depending on the weather and season. During the summer months or during a period of excessive heat or dryness, watering may need to increase to every 3 to 4 days. During spring and fall, 2 waterings a week should suffice. During winter, water only when the top inch of soil is dry. In all climates, avoid watering at the hottest time of day (noon to early afternoon). Provide a deep watering using a slow, steady stream of water to allow moisture to thoroughly soak the soil. Be sure the soil is adequately draining any excess moisture as puddles or soggy soil left for too long may lead to root rot. Overwatering may lead to reduced blooms and weak stems, so it is important to check the soil moisture before deciding to water.

Shrub rose (Rosa 'Country Dancer') plants need 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight every day in order to flourish and grow. During the spring and summer months, they should ideally get full sun with a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the fall and winter, especially in areas with harsh winters, it is recommended to give the plants slightly less sunlight and keep a minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight each day.

Shrub roses (Rosa 'Country Dancer') should be pruned during late winter or early spring, when temperatures are above freezing. It is important to remove any dead or diseased stems and branches and to thin out overcrowded growth. Shrub roses should be pruned approximately every 1-3 years to maintain an open center and promote vigorous new growth. This pruning should be slightly more severe on older specimens to help encourage a robust flowering habit. All cuts should be made immediately above an outward facing bud, angled away from the center of the shrub. Removal of more than 1-third of the total live growth at 1 time is not recommended. This species of rose does not tolerate heavy pruning and will likely not flower at all if cut back too severely.