Moisture should be retained by the soil and at the same time drainage should be excellent so that the roots are not standing
in water. The frequency of watering as well as the amount depend on soil type, climate, and the growth stage of the rose.
More water is needed when the soil is loose and sandy, when the air is hot and dry, or when the roses are newly planted.
A rose should receive 1 to 2 inches of water per week, all at one time, starting in early s[ring and continuing through fall.
Hot and dry weather may make it necessary to water every three or four days. Porous soils benefit from additional deep
soakings.
Their are 5 ways to water roses: 1. Drip or low-volume irrigation applies water slowly and evenly without runoff. 2.
Bubbler head on underground sprinkler system floods basin with water. 3. Conventional spray head shoots water up into
foliage, disturbing spider mites. 4. Hose-end bubbler attachment prevents a strong stream of water from splashing soil
onto the leaves. 5. Water by hand. Whichever method you use, be sure to water deeply, soaking the soil to a depth of 16
to 18 inches. Frequent light waterings result in a shallow root system that will not physically support the plant and will
require continued frequent waterings.
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