swamp rose

Swamp Rose should be watered deeply about once a week or whenever the top inch of soil feels dry. Water the rose in the morning or early afternoon so that the leaves have time to dry off before nightfall. During very hot and dry weather, an extra deep watering of the rose every 3 days may be necessary. Provide a generous 1-2 inches of water each time.

Swamp Rose (Rosa palustris) plants need plenty of sunlight to thrive and flower. The optimal amount of sunlight for this species of rose is 6 to 8 hours of direct sun exposure each day. Swamp Rose plants can tolerate partial shade, but too much shade will prevent them from flowering. It’s best to place them in an area that receives direct sunlight for most of the day. These roses are also very hardy, so they are able to withstand the hot sun during the summer months. In general, Swamp Rose plants should be placed in an area that receives full sun for most of the day during the growing season.

Swamp rose should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Remove any dead, diseased, or damaged wood, along with any weak or spindly stems. After the pruning, shape the remaining branches into an upright, somewhat spreading form. When possible, prune in order to maintain the natural shape of the shrub. Cut back side stems to an outward-facing bud and avoid removing more than 1-third of the total growth.