miniature rose

Miniature roses are best watered when the top couple inches of soil is dry. Water thoroughly to saturate the entire root zone, and then wait until the top layers of soil have dried out again before watering. Aim to water about 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) per week. Watering too often can lead to root rot disease, while not watering enough can cause leaves to discolor and drop.

Miniature roses (Rosa 'Savamor' SCENTSATIONAL) grow best when exposed to sunlight for 6 to 8 hours each day. Morning direct sun is preferred to late day sun as it helps the plant to develop strong and healthy stems. Morning sun dries any dew or moisture quickly and helps to prevent disease. It's best to protect the plants from excessive heat, so try to keep them in filtered to semi-shade during the afternoon, especially in hotter climates. When the summer temperatures start to soar, the plants will benefit from some shade in the afternoon. A combination of direct morning sun with some afternoon shade will help them thrive.

Miniature rose (Rosa 'Savamor' SCENTSATIONAL) should be pruned heavily twice a year- once in early spring and again in late summer. In early spring it is important to prune all dead and winter-damaged stems and branches back to live tissue. This will help to prevent disease and promote healthy new growth. In late summer, the plant should be pruned to maintain its desired shape and size, and to remove any overly vigorous shoots. Pruning in late summer should also help to reduce the amount of flowers produced.