Veseys

Bare Root Rose Care Bare root Rose roots need to be kept moist at all times. Upon arrival: Open the bag it came in and immerse the whole plant in water for 24 hours before potting or planting. The roots will re-hydrate the canes and enable the new bud growth to develop successfully. Please refer to the remaining Growing Roses guide for the planting and care of your Roses.

Shrubs can be planted as soon as you can dig in your garden in early spring. You do not have to wait until frosts are over. These shrubs are hardy and can withstand cold temperatures. If you are unable to plant immediately, open the box to expose the stems but do not remove the wrapping around the roots, as this preserves moisture. Store the shrubs upright in a cool, humid, dimly lit location. Before planting, remove all packaging material, including the copper twist tie, then soak the entire plant, stems and roots, in a pail of water for several hours, but no more than 12 hours. At no time, should the roots ever be exposed to sun or wind, or be allowed to dry out. Trim off any broken roots or branches before planting.

Potted Shrubs & Vines:

Water immediately and thoroughly upon arrival. Allow excess water to drain and store in a cool, dimly lit location. If you cannot plant within a day or two, these plants should be potted up into bigger containers, kept in a bright location and watered regularly. When planting out, gently remove the plant from the pot.

Leafed out, growing, non-dormant plants are sometimes shipped from our greenhouses in pots. These plants should be hardened off before planted outside if it is very cold in your area. Either gradually acclimatize the plant to outside conditions or plant outside and cover with straw or an old blanket if a hard frost threatens.