Cottage Farms DIRECT Garden Roses 2-Piece Vis Violet Mini Rose User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Cottage Farms DIRECT
Table of Contents
OUT OF THE BOX
GARDEN ROSES
SKU# M89446 / M89447 / M89448 / M89449 / M91495
Your plants have been shipped to you in bare root form.
Please remove the plants from the packaging right away and plant them as soon
as possible following the planting instructions below. If it is not possible
to plant them right away, follow these important steps:
- Place the plants in a cool, dark place such as a refrigerator, unheated garage or basement.
- Keep the roots moist by using a spray bottle to mist them. Note: The roots of your bare root plant are coated with Terra-Sorb® Hydrogel to protect them from drying out during handling and transport. It is suitable for planting and should be left on the roots at planting time.
SHIPPED IN BARE ROOT FORM.
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Dig a hole 12-18 inches deep and equally as wide. Build a mound of soil in the
bottom of the hole on which to place the roots. Position the plant atop the
mound so the bud
union (a bulge on the stem of the plant where the rose has been grafted onto
the roots) is above ground level.
Fill the hole halfway with soil, firm around the roots, water, then fill the
remainder of the hole with soil and water again.
The plant you have received is a #1 grade bare root rose that will quickly
establish itself in your garden. You may notice that we have given your plant
a head start by pruning each of the canes. In just a few weeks, new growth
will appear.
SOIL PREPARATION
We recommend having your soil tested periodically by your local County Extension Office (www.nifa.usda.gov/extension or by calling 1-800-333-4636). A soil test can determine if your soil needs any amendments to enhance the growth and performance of your plants. Ideal garden soil is easy to dig in and drains well while still holding the nutrients and water vital to plant growth. To prepare a bed for in-ground planting, spade or till the soil to a depth of roughly 12-18 inches. Next, spread a 2-4 inch layer of organic matter such as compost, shredded leaves or peat moss over the soil and mix well.
CONTINUING CARE
WATERING
Adequate and consistent watering is essential during your plant’s first
year in the garden. Infrequent, long soakings of water that thoroughly
saturate the soil are more effective than frequent, light applications of
water.
Due to variable geographical and environmental conditions, a specific watering
schedule is difficult to define. However, as a rule of thumb, you should not
allow the soil or original root ball to completely dry out. During the plant’s
first summer in the garden, you may need to water as often as every few days
in periods of drought and extreme summer heat. To determine if your plant
needs water, dig a few inches nto the soil next to the plant. If the soil is
dry 2-3 nches below the surface, it is time to water.
Over-watering can be as damaging as under-watering. Be sure that the area
surrounding your plant has adequate drainage to move water away from the
plant. If you choose to plant in a container, always select one with drainage
holes to prevent your plant’s roots from sitting in water.
MULCHING
Apply a 2-4 inch layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other
organic matter around your plants to promote moisture retention, maintain even
soil temperatures and discourage weed growth. Replenish the mulch as needed.
CONTINUING CARE (Continued)
WEEDING
Keep the area around your plants free of weeds. Weeds compete with
surrounding plants for food, water and light. Walk around the garden
periodically and pull weeds, including the roots, as soon as you see them.
FEEDING
Roses are heavy feeders, especially when they are in active growth and
bloom. Feed your roses once every 2-3 weeks during the growing season with a
water-soluble fertilizer such as Cottage Farms’ Carefree Bud-N-Flower Booster
for Roses (SKU #M7574). Discontinue feeding after September 1st so your plants
can harden off for winter dormancy. Resume fertilizing when new growth appears
in spring.
PRUNING
Remove spent flowers as blooms fade to maintain a tidy appearance. In early
spring, prune to remove any weak, dead or damaged canes and to improve the
shape of the plant. Keep the center of the plant open to allow for air
circulation by trimming inner branches or canes that have become overlapped.
hin, weak canes can be removed from the plant at any time.
WINTERIZING
Watering thoroughly in late fall will greatly enhance your plant’s cold
tolerance once the ground has frozen.
Winterize your roses in late fall, keeping in mind that the root system and
any grafts are the most vulnerable parts of the plant. Mound a 6-8 inch layer
of loose soil, shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other organic material
over the crown of each plant to protect it from cold damage.
In cold areas, containerized roses should be moved into an unheated, protected
area such as a garage or cellar before temperatures drop below freezing.
Check soil moisture every 2-3 weeks and water as needed during winter.
In spring, remove mounded soil or mulch from inground plantings. Containerized
plants should be moved back out into the garden sunlight where they will begin
to repeat their yearly garden performance.
UICK REFERENCE PLANTING GUIDE
LIGHT/SUN
EXPOSURE| Full to part sun.
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USDA HARDINESS ZONES| 4 to 10.
PLANT TYPE| erennial.
PLANTING
DISTANCE
IN-GROUND| At least 3 feet apart.
CONTAINER SIZE| One plant per 20-inch or larger container.
MATURE
HEIGHT/SPREAD| Arctic Flame: 3 to 4 feet tall with a 2 to 3 foot spread.
Curly Pink: 3 to 4 feet tall with a 2 to 3 foot spread.
Fiesta Veranda®: 2 feet tall with a 3 foot spread.
Helen Hayes: 3 to 4 feet tall with a 2 to 3 foot spread.
Maria Stern: 3 to 4 feet tall with a similar spread.
Pinkerbelle®: 4 to 6 feet tall with a 3 foot spread.
LOOM TIME| Early summer to frost.
TIME TO REACH
MATURITY| 3 years.
FACTS OF NOTE| Rabbit resistant.
Heat tolerant.
Great for cut flowers.
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reason you are dissatisfied, Cottage Fanns will replace your plant with a
similar or comparable one at no charge. If your replacement is not available
or it is too late in the season to ship, it will ship the following shipping
season. Caution: Do not assume any plant is safe to eat. Only parts of plants
expressly grown to be eaten should be considered edible. As with any product
that is not food, care should be taken to make sure that small children and
pets do not ingest any part of a plant that is not expressly grown to be
eaten.
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horticultural use only and is not intended for consumption or ingestion by
humans or pets. Most plants
ate harmless but some contain toxic substances which can cause adverse heath
effects. Furthermore, some individuals and some animals are sensitive or
allergic to certain plants and precautions should be taken to limit or avoid
physical contact with particular plants. Some plants have thoms or spines that
can be painful if handled.
In case of ingestion, contact a poisan contral center immediately.
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