shrub rose

Watering shrub rose (Rosa 'Radsunsar' CLIMBING CAREFREE SUNSHINE) plants starts with establishing a regular schedule. Depending on soil, climate, and local weather conditions, shrub roses need to be watered deeply and evenly once per week or twice per week during very hot and dry periods. In general, approximately 1 to 2 inches of water a week is ideal for this type of rose. When watering, soak both the soil and foliage until water begins to run off the bottom of your pot or container. An easy way to tell when your shrub rose needs water is to dig down several inches into the soil around the plant. If the soil feels dry, it is time to water.

Shrub rose (Rosa 'Radsunsar' CLIMBING CAREFREE SUNSHINE) plants should be placed in direct sunlight for 6-8 hours a day for optimal growth and blooms. During the warmer parts of the year, the plant can tolerate as much as 10 hours of direct sunlight, but in the cooler parts of the year, it’s best to keep the rose in an area with more moderate levels of light. Being a climbing rose, it’s best to place it in an area with plenty of vertical space to allow for maximum growth.

Shrub rose (Rosa 'Radsunsar' CLIMBING CAREFREE SUNSHINE) should be pruned twice a year for optimal growth and health. The first round of pruning should be in early spring, just as buds are beginning to swell. Cut canes back to about 18 inches in length and remove any canes that have dead or diseased wood. The second round of pruning should be done in late summer or early autumn. This is when you can reduce the length of the canes that have grown in the year, and remove any damaged ones. Prune the longest canes down to about 5 to 6 feet in length. This will help keep your rose bush from getting too bulky and will help encourage new growth.