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Roses

Prefer open sunny positions. Are hungry feeders, prepare beds well in advance with incorporation of rotted manure or compost. In subsequent years fertilizer may be used as a top dressing

Roses can be stunted if planted in old rose beds without renewing the soil. Be prepared to spray for perfect roses or take a more relaxed attitude to a blemish. Collect and burn fallen rose leaves to aid disease prevention. On planting, shorten all stems to 4 buds. In following years, maintain a framework of 4 to 6 main stems, reducing seasons growth to 3 buds for H.T. and 5 for Floribunda. Deadheading promotes new flowers.
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The best time to view the roses in the field for selection is in July.