miniature rose

Miniature roses need to be watered about once a week. Water the soil to make it evenly moist, but not sodden, allowing any excess water to drain away. Make sure to water in the mornings when the sun will help the moisture evaporate and not leave the rose sitting in water. Water the miniature rose at the base of the plant near the stem, and avoid getting the foliage wet. Be aware that in darker months, winter in particular, miniature roses need to be watered less frequently.

Miniature roses need at least 6 hours of sunlight per day to thrive. Fortunately, newcomer Rosa 'Savawire' LIVE WIRE is quite tolerant of sunlight. This plant thrives in either full sun or partial shade, but it should be exposed to sunlight for most of the day, if possible. Morning sun is preferred to afternoon sun, as direct afternoon sun can cause plant stress. If you intend to grow miniature roses in direct afternoon sun, be sure to provide regular water and shade during the hottest parts of the day.

Miniature roses should be pruned in early spring, before the leaves start to emerge. Pruning will vary depending on the health of the rose bush and its climate, so you should remove no more than 1/3 of its overall foliage. Start by removing any dead, damaged or diseased shoots and cut back all remaining stems in line with the desired form of the bush. Be sure to make the cuts just above a bud or leaf node. This will ensure that the rose bush will produce healthy new shoots that will give you vigorous flowers. Fertilize your miniature roses after pruning with a balanced fertilizer. This will help improve your miniature rosese's performance. Continue to deadheadblooms to promote more flowering during the growing season. Following these simple tips will ensure that you have a healthy and attractive miniature rose bush that will flower all season.