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Roses are really one of the simplest flowers to grow and will make your yard the envy of the neighborhood.  There is a full collection of roses to decide upon.  There are three main things to keep in mind when it comes to proper rose bush care.  First, is rose bush choice, second, is how much water and fertilizer, and finally, apprpriate pruning.  I would suggest getting a guide such as The Ultimate Book of Roses.  It has beautiful pictures on the different rose varieties and how to care for them.

The type of rose bush you select is of utmost importance.  You want to choose a rose bush that will do well in your climate zone and in your yard in particular.  Some types can be problematic due to their tendancy towards disease and fungus.  On the other hand their are certain roses that can withstand a bit of abuse so to speak.  Plant the rose bushes about 3 to 4 feet apart to allow enough room for them to flourish. Pick an area for them where they will recieve at least 5 hours of sun a day.

The appropriate amount of watering and feeding is a necessary ingredient for taking care of roses the right way. It is recommended that one saturate the root in the morning being careful not to shower the plant or blooms.  A recently planted rose needs to be watered daily for two weeks.  After that a good soaking once a week should be sufficient unless the weather is extremely hot and dry.  For best results, you should mulch around each bush with bark or compost to keep the soil moistened.

Feeding or fertilizing should be done about once a month particularly in the Spring, Summer and Fall.  Roses should receive rose food that has a blend of manure and fish emulsion. It is not recommended to feed or fertilize during the cold winter months.   

The biggest mistake most growers make in their effort to give good rose bush care is pruning.  Just prune off the dead flowers or limbs.  Cut the dead flowers down to the third or fourth branch or node (the small reddish lines). Prune back your plants in January or February to promote maximum spring growth.

For more detailed information, the Ultimate Book of Roses will definitely answer all your questions.

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