shrub rose

Shrub roses need to be watered deeply and regularly to ensure vigorous growth and flowering. Water at least once a week, and more often during dry periods. Water until the soil is completely saturated and there is standing water on the surface of the soil. Allow the water to soak in and the water to drain away before watering again. Avoid over-watering, which can cause leaf drop or disease. Also, water in the morning rather than the evening so the foliage has time to dry.

Shrub roses need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and flowering. They should receive full sun from morning until mid-afternoon or until 3-4pm for recommended flowering and foliage health. When in full sun, the rose blooms best and can tolerate some afternoon shade. If planted in a spot that gets afternoon shade, it may still bloom, but not as heavily.

Shrub roses such as Rosa "Morclassic" Moore's Classic Perpetual should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring before growth begins. Cut away dead wood and branches that are rubbing against each other or crossing 1 another. Prune to shape the shrub, reduce its overall size, and remove any diseased or insect-infested wood. Aim to keep the shrub about 3 feet in diameter and that the top is smaller than the base. Remove no more than about 1-third of the wood each year. Finally, fertilize the shrub after pruning to encourage healthy growth.