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ROSE CARE FOR JULY/AUGUST
by Lenore Ruckman, Master Rosarian
by Lenore Ruckman, Master Rosarian
My garden produced big and tall growth and very large blooms in late May and into mid June. Some bushes did not bloom in time for our Annual Spring Show and therefore I did not have time to cut back for entering in the Marin County Fair on the Fourth of July weekend. We had rain until mid May and then a hot spell in mid June. Now we are into summer and there is some morning and evening fog in some areas. Can our roses adjust?
Just remove the diseased leaves and deadhead as needed. I got a new crop of weeds too! It's always ok to add more mulch as healthy soil keeps weeds down and conserves water. Check your water system and repair leaks and replace damaged sprinkler heads. We will have some of our hottest days in July and August so water accordingly. It is best to water deeply in the morning and less often rather than sprinkling. Remember roses need up to 5 gallons of water per week on very hot days. A moisture meter is a good investment to test around the perimeter of each rose to see if they lack moisture. It's not too late to fertilize as our first bloom was about two weeks late. A good balanced fertilizer or alfalfa tea is recommended. Remember to water before and after fertilizing, so not to burn the leaves. If you still have some insects wash them off with a good blast of water in the morning.
This is a good time to visit private and public rose gardens to get information on new rose varieties and companion plants in our different micro-climates in the Bay Area. Share your Love of the Rose by giving bouquets to doctor and dentist offices, fire departments, libraries, your favorite restaurant, and family and friends.
Congratulations to our members who won ribbons at the Marin Count Fair. Lastly, sit back and enjoy your garden and roses with a glass of iced tea or a glass of your favorite wine!
A YEAR OF ROSE CARE:
January
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