If you’re limited for space or growing on the balcony patio or Terrace growing ‪@david_austin_roses‬
In pots can be a really useful way of Utilising You’re growing space im potting the new realise for 2022 “bring me sunshine)

Make sure you choose the correct size plant for the correct size pot if this is going to be a permanent feature also do not have scrimp and save on the growing media that you use

I would suggest using a loam based compost
Such as a John Innes number three, here in this video I’ve mixed my compost with 25% eco-mix from @Eco _ sustainable_ Solutions to give the soil some extra nutrition

Pay close attention to the drainage and add a good layer of crocs broken up polystyrene or scrunched up plant pots to ensure that the Drainage hole in the bottom of the pot does not clogged up with compost putting the pot up on hot feet is also a good idea

When planting pay attention to the graft or union of the plant in mild areas in the UK this should just be above soil level if you’re growing in Colder climates it is suggested this is place just below soil level to protect it from the worst of the cold

The finished compost height should be around 3 cm from the top of the pot allowing you a good watering reservoir and to dress the top of the pot as you feel fit , don’t be tempted to use large decorative pebbles as a dressing for plant pots The stones warm up in the Sun and often keep heat late into the evening cooking the roots rather than shielding them from the Sun something like horticultural grit works really well here

Take care when handling the rose to ensure that the root ball contained within the part does not break away from the main roof structure make sure you wear good quality gloves when doing this mine are from @Henchmanltd

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