The miniature form of the garden rose is quite robust and can be described as easy to care for. You should only treat it to a good water supply and sufficient sunlight, then you will be rewarded with a rich abundance of flowers in the most beautiful colors.
Miniature roses are quite easy to care for
Plant dwarf roses
Miniature roses are well suited for planting in balcony boxes (€109.00) or small gardens. A distance of about the height of the plant should be maintained in the bed so that the dwarf rose can spread and get enough air. Water the root ball thoroughly before planting and make sure the grafting site is about 5cm below the ground when planting.
Water and fertilize dwarf roses
You should water your dwarf roses regularly, especially in the summer when they are in bloom, preferably in the morning or evening. Drops of water on the leaves in the midday heat can easily lead to burns. In order for numerous flowers to form, the dwarf rose needs sufficient nutrients. Periodically give the plant some mineral fertilizer in May and June. After flowering, stop fertilizing.
Pruning dwarf roses
Miniature roses should only be cut back in spring, because the old green serves as winter protection. Above all, cut off over-aged and weak shoots and then bring the plant into a pleasing shape. The decorative flowers are also very suitable as decoration for the vase.
Diseases of the dwarf rose
Many varieties of dwarf rose are quite susceptible to powdery mildew, blackspot and other fungal diseases. Powdery mildew usually shows up as gray or white spots on the leaves, which can later spread to the whole plant. Then the leaves curl up and the buds remain closed. The plant takes care. Powdery mildew tends to appear in the spring when it gets warm.
On the other hand, small dark round spots with a radiating edge suggest blackspot. Then the leaves turn yellow and often fall off prematurely. Sometimes dark bark spots also appear. The disease usually begins in April or May.
The best care tips for the dwarf rose:
- easy-care
- hardy
- choose a sunny location for most varieties
- often susceptible to fungal diseases
- also suitable as a cut flower
tips
Miniature roses are great for small gardens.