Caring For Your Roses In September

Whilst September isn’t the busiest month of the year for your garden, there are still plenty of jobs that need doing when it comes to your roses. Below, our rosarians share what they are doing with their roses in September.

KEEP ON TOP OF DEADHEADING

Deadheading your roses in September isn’t just important for keeping your garden looking tidy; it also allows the plant to put its energy into new growth. The sooner you deadhead your roses once they have gone over, the better chance you have of getting another bloom before winter.

DO SOME LIGHT SHAPING

After a warm summer, your rose may be starting to take over your flower beds a little, so it is important to do some light shaping to keep the rose at a manageable shape and size. It is important not to do any hard pruning until winter, though.

If you are shaping your rambling roses, remember not to cut off any new growth, unless absolutely necessary, as this is where the rambler will produce its flowers next year.

TRAIN YOUR CLIMBERS AND RAMBLERS

September is also an ideal month for training any new growth around your trellis, over your archways, or across your structure. This allows it to settle in before the weather turns cold.

MAKE SURE YOUR ROSES ARE STILL GETTING PLENTY OF WATER

Some people think that they don’t need to water their roses throughout September, but it is just as important as through the summer, especially after the droughts we have had this summer. Watering your roses in September encourages the plant to produce another flush of blooms and stops any hips from drying out and dropping too early. 

The best way to know if your rose is getting enough water is to test the soil with your finger.

For more advice on how to water your rose click here

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