There is no question: a standard tree simply looks great, especially when it comes to a rose that is as eye-catching as the Rose Nostalgie. When is a standard tree the right choice, what are its characteristics and how do you take care of it?

The rose nostalgia is very popular because of its beautiful flower color

Characteristics that make up this standard

The Rose Nostalgie as a high stem is a hybrid tea that is usually grafted onto a wild rose stem. The trunk is between 80 and 100 cm long. The entire plant is between 120 and 150 cm tall. That puts her on an equal footing. Key features include:

  • healthy foliage
  • pleasant floral scent
  • bicolor flowers
  • Flowers 8 to 10 cm in size
  • long flowering period

The choice of location - crucial

For planting, container ware is preferable. It can be easily planted all year round, for example at the edge of the path to the gazebo, in the middle of the rose bed, at the entrance to the house or in a bucket on the terrace. This high standard works best as a solitaire or in a solitary position.

The site should be sheltered from strong storms, but be airy. Direct southern exposures in windless locations can heat up the rose nostalgia quite a bit. A rose soil should be chosen as the soil for buckets. Deep soil that is rich in humus and nutrients is suitable outdoors.

Shorten the crown of the tall stem

In order to keep the slender shape of the crown, the rose must be slightly shortened in spring. Shoots that are too long are cut back with sharp rose scissors and disturbing shoots are removed. A shoot length of at least 20 cm should be left.

Overwinter in tubs or outdoors

This is how the standard rose is overwintered:

  • Outdoor plants: cover with brushwood, wrap grafting site with fleece, cover the crown with a protective hood
  • Container plants: place in a frost-free place, e.g. B. on the house wall on the balcony

Average price for this standard rose

The Rose Nostalgie can often be found as a standard rose, especially in online retail. The average price per copy is 50 euros. Anyone who does not shy away from the costs and buys the high standard would do well to take care of it properly so that it will last for many years.

tips

Fertilize your high stem generously every spring and then at regular intervals until July!

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Vegetable garden