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Most roses will grow and flower with relatively little
attention. They will, however, give much better results, increasing in
both size and beauty if looked after properly. This extra care is well
within the scope of the average gardener, even if he is growing roses
for the first time. In selecting the site for roses, remember that
the roots of most trees extend as far as the outermost tips of the
branches. Roots of trimmed hedges grow well beyond their width. Shrubs
fill the soil with a mass of fibrous roots. Roses set too close to any
of these woody plants cannot thrive. Make allowance in the beginning
for the ultimate size of nearby ornamentals.
Most roses attain
normal growth when they get full sun for at least half the day and
morning sun is preferred to afternoon sun. This is particularly so in
climates where sunlight is intense and temperatures are high. The
colours of many roses burn, bleach or become unattractive under intense
sunlight.
An average soil will support roses,
but the better the soil, the less preparation is needed to make it
acceptable. So choose the best patch of soil in the garden provided the
location fits your plan. Good drainage is vital. Low areas where
rain water collects and stands for a long time are not suited to roses.
In some cases the soil remains soggy and damp because underlying layers
of clay or hardpan keep water from draining into the subsoil. It is
better to select another spot for the roses rather than undertake the
hard work of correct situation with drainage pipes.
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