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Own-Root Roses: The Key to Growing Beautiful, Thriving Roses

At Heirloom Roses, we understand the challenges of rose gardening and are committed to providing solutions that make the process easy and rewarding. The foundation of our approach lies in the unique benefits of own-root roses.

What Sets Own-Root Roses Apart? Unlike the majority of rose growers in the United States, Heirloom Roses sells only own-root, virus-free roses. Own-root roses are grown from cuttings taken directly from stock plants, ensuring the roots are the same variety as the flowering tops. This offers several advantages over grafted roses:

• Hardier and more winter-hardy: Own-root roses are less vulnerable to cold damage, as the bud union of grafted roses can be easily compromised. • Shapelier growth: Own-root roses send up shoots from their own roots, creating a fuller, more vigorous plant over time. • No rootstock suckers: With own-root roses, all the plant's energy goes into the main rose, not competing suckers.

Achieving Rose-Growing Success in Three Simple Steps Growing beautiful, thriving roses requires just three essential steps:

1. Provide Ample Sunlight All rose plants thrive best in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Avoid placing them in dense shade, as this can lead to fewer blooms and leggy growth.

2. Ensure Proper Watering and Soil Nutrition Water newly planted roses 2-3 times per week until established, then give them a deep watering (2 inches) once a week, or twice a week in extremely warm weather. Amend poor-quality or nutrient-deficient soils with products like Heirloom Roses' Mint Compost and Aged Cow Manure to support healthy growth.

3. Choose the Right Hardiness Zone Selecting roses suited to your local climate is crucial for success. Heirloom Roses' own-root roses are tailored to specific hardiness zones, ensuring your plants are ready to thrive in your garden.

The Own-Root Difference in Action Own-root roses may be smaller when purchased, but they quickly catch up to grafted roses and offer numerous benefits. They bloom true to variety, even if frozen to the ground, and their vigor and longevity are unmatched.

Frequently Asked Questions Can I grow roses in containers? Absolutely! With a sunny location and a tall, well-draining container, you can successfully grow roses in pots. Will my own-root rose bloom the first year? Own-root roses typically bloom in their first year, except for some Old Garden Roses, Ramblers, and Climbers. The blooms may not be fully true to color, size, or fragrance at first, but these qualities will mature as the plant grows.

At Heirloom Roses, we're dedicated to helping you become a successful, confident rose gardener. With our own-root roses and expert guidance, you can enjoy the beauty and ease of a thriving rose garden.

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