Edible Roses

Bare root roses are dormant plants; throughout winter, the plants are effectively sleeping, making it possible for the rose to be almost entirely cut back. Bare root roses are supplied without any soil or flowers and little foliage. They are lifted from the field, cut back, and pruned before being sent out. November to March is the peak time to purchase a rose in this way, as it allows the roots to stabilise before the roses bloom in the summer months.

If you purchase roses in a container during the winter months, it will be similar to the bare root rose in a sense there will be little foliage. The first blooms will still be at the start of the summer season, with noticeable growth to the foliage and buds in the spring. Watering is essential for potted plants; we recommend removing the plant from the pot and planting it into the ground with the compost it comes with, and the rose will begin to grow within a few weeks and start to flower in the late spring to early summer. Alternatively, you can keep the rose in the original pot for a couple of months, and the root will begin to grow with the container before being planted, but you must water the pot.

We recommend leaving around 20 to 30 inches between each rose. Depending on the variety, larger roses need more room for the roses to grow, and smaller varieties, like the patios, should have plenty of space with 20 inches.

Ideally, we wouldn’t recommend planting a rose where one previously was. However, if this is the case, replacing the soil is best to get the best results from the rose.