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Repotting Roses
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Posted by Sarah1 Perth - Aust (My Page) on Tue, Apr 5, 05 at 9:06
| I have some roses in pots in my back garden which have been growing really well these past few years. They are at the stage now where I will need to replace the potting mix and give them a good dose of sheep poo etc. Is the best time to do this in the winter after I've pruned them, or can I do the repotting before I prune? Logically, it's probably best to wait until July, so I've probably answered my own question, but some reassurance and confirmation from the rosie folks out there would be appreciated. Thank you! |
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RE: Repotting Roses
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I have grown roses in pots for 3 years. I have repotted some successfully at any time.
Its good to add some rooting powder or Miracle-Gro in the soil before you plant.
They need lots of water for a few days-a week.
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RE: Repotting Roses
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| Sarah, I would wait till July. You could probably get away with it at other times, but the risk is higher. At minimum there would be a setback in flowering for the current season, so why not enjoy the next few months of flowering. |
RE: Repotting Roses
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I think I would wait till the winter prune that way they are dormant & there should be no set back, plus I have visions of you repotting in full growth (thorns)
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RE: Repotting Roses
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- Posted by Sarah1 Perth - Aust (My Page) on
Sat, Apr 9, 05 at 19:02
| Thanks for your advice - as I thought. At least I have a few months to work out how many bags of potting mix I'll need! |
RE: Repotting Roses
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Actually reading these posts,I think you are right Daniel.
I have repotted some where the flowering was delayed a bit so waiting till they are dormant would be a good idea.
I had to repot as some were rootbound and one was not growing well. MIchelle |
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