This low-growing shrub excels at filling space with nonstop blooms.
Woody perennial groundcover roses are not in a class of their own like many other rose types.
These roses, hardy in Zones 5-10, also tend to be highly disease-resistant and low-maintenance.
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They easily fill low spaces of a garden with lots of color.
These plants also work exceptionally well trailing over walls,hanging baskets, orwindow boxes.
you could also plant nursery-grown groundcoverroses in containers.
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Position it at the same height as it was in the nursery container and water it.
Groundcover Rose Care Tips
Once established, groundcover roses need little maintenance.
Light
Like all roses, groundcover rosesperform best in full sun.
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However, because of their disease resistance, these plants can perform well in partial shade.
Soil and Water
Groundcover roses prefer rich,well-drained soils.
Amend the soil with organic matter to keep your plants looking their best.
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Water roses thoroughly after planting to help them establish.
Do this at the base of the plant: Avoid overhead watering to prevent potential disease problems.
Keep them watered up until the first frost.
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Temperature and Humidity
Groundcover roses have the same temperature and humidity tolerance as other roses.
Mulch groundcover roses with an organic product in late fall to keep them from dying over the winter.
Fertilizer
Use a controlled-release fertilizer only when your plants need it.
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For the amount to use, consult the product label directions.
Pruning
Unlike other rose varieties,deadheading groundcover typesisn’t necessary.
These are such tough plants that they’ll continue to bloom even without removing old blooms.
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Doing so will help create dense, full plants with numerous blooms.
Shrub roses typically do well in a 15-gallon container.
Plant them as you would in the ground, making sure the pots have drainage holes.
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Use rich, well-draining potting soil, and amend the soil with organic content to add nutrients.
Roses in containers need a little extra care in winter.
In cold climates, withhold fertilizer after late July.
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Water the plant only once a month if the soil feels dry.
In spring, move it back outdoors.
Some gardeners bury the entire container in the garden for the winter.
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If your method stops working, you may need to change it.
Black spot, powdery mildew, and rosette disease are allpossible problemsfor roses.
Common garden pests, like aphids and mites, can chew on your plants.
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Try spraying the plants (avoiding the flowers) with a blast of water to remove them.
Insecticidal soaps may be necessary to rid your plants of bugs.
The lush greenery is disease-resistant.
It grows 2 -1/2 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
The lush greenery is impervious to disease.
Plants grow up to 2-1/2 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
Plants grow up to 3 feet tall and 4 feet across.
It grows 3 feet tall and wide.
It grows 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
The glossy, dark green foliage is impervious to disease.
Plants grow up to 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
This is one of several herbs credited by gardeners for running off Japanese beetles.
The attractive low-growing plant grows as an annual in most areas and as a perennial in Zones 1011.
Marigolds
Marigolds(Tagetes) are easy to grow and care for.
The cheerful appearance of these heat-loving annuals lasts the entire growing season, blooming until frost.
Most marigolds bloom in warmshades of oranges, yellows, and reds, but white varieties are available.
Salvia
The astonishing variety of salvias, also known as sage (Salviaspp.
), means there are salvias for any garden or purpose.
Although blue may immediately come to mind, salvia is available with red, white, and pink blossoms.
All of them attract hummingbirds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most groundcover roses don’t have a scent.
Spray liberally on roses.
