Rose stems are normal breeding roses that are only grafted onto a stem-forming base. The rose trees highlight the beauty of the rose blossoms, as they are at eye level through the trunk.
Tree roses need support
Planting rose stems correctly - step by step
Tree roses are basically planted in the same way as regular shrub roses, with just two important differences. In contrast to conventional, bushy hybrid tea roses, the grafting point on rose stems cannot be buried in the ground. As a result, it remains unprotected in winter and therefore requires special protective measures. In addition, a tall tree always needs a sufficiently thick post that is firmly anchored in the ground.
Prepare the soil well before planting
Roses need deep, nutrient-rich soil that is well-drained. Slightly loamy, humus-rich soil with some sand is ideal. If you are unsure of the condition of your garden soil, you can easily test this with your fingers: To do this, rub some soil between your fingertips. If it feels rough and grainy, there is sand. If, on the other hand, it is rather sticky, it is clayey loam soil. Also make sure that there are no obstacles in the garden soil that could get in the way of the roots, such as rubble or similar. Improve the soil condition on light soils with compost, manure and rock dust (14.13€) or conventional rose soil. In the case of heavy soils, on the other hand, you can work in coarse sand.
plant stem roses
Plant bare-root roses as soon as possible after purchase to prevent the roots from drying out.
- Remove the roses from the packaging and water them for several hours.
- Shorten the roots a little so that new fibrous roots form.
- Cut back injured roots and branches.
- Dig the previously well-loosened soil two spades deep and just as wide.
- The roots should find a comfortable place in the planting hole.
- Loosen the subsoil with a digging fork.
- Spread the roots loosely in the planting hole.
- They must not be kinked or bent.
- Fill in the soil again, holding the rose by the stem.
- Shake them gently so that the soil gets between the roots everywhere.
- Now tread carefully on the ground
- and muddy it thoroughly with water using a watering can.
Anchor the support post well in the ground
When planting standard roses, add a sturdy support post. This should protrude at least ten centimeters into the crown and be anchored deep in the ground to ensure a firm footing. Otherwise it can happen that the dearly purchased standard rose is knocked over with the next gust of wind. Loosely connect the trunk and support pole in a figure of eight with an elastic material, such as soft, plastic-coated tie wire or raffia rope.
tips
Contrary to what is described in some guides, compost, horn shavings (€32.93) and other fertilizers should not be dug under when planting, as this could have a negative effect on the rose when it grows in.