If you want to see large double flowers on your site that delight the eye until frost, it is important to feed the roses correctly at the beginning of summer. Plants now critically need strength to set new buds after the first wave, and without proper support the bushes may go dormant or produce weak shoots. Even if in past years the flowering was short-lived, proper feeding this season can change everything.
When to start feeding
The weather has settled in with daytime temperatures consistently staying above eighteen degrees. This is a signal to action. Nowadays, plants no longer need pure nitrogen, otherwise they will end up with powerful thickets of foliage to the detriment of flowers, and young shoots will not have time to become lignified by winter. The task is to direct the bush’s forces to form dense, fragrant and bright buds.
What to choose for the garden
Previously, many people made do with mullein infusion, but the result of this method is always unpredictable. In addition, with frequent use, raw organic matter can provoke the development of fungal diseases in damp weather. Nowadays it is much safer to take ready-made mineral mixtures for roses, as they give a predictable and quick effect.
If you want to save money, potassium sulfate works great. It is enough to dilute twenty grams in a bucket of water. This is a reliable remedy that the roots absorb instantly and which is directly responsible for the richness of the color of the petals and the strength of the stems.
How to apply correctly
You will never get the desired result if you pour fertilizer on dry soil. First, water the bushes well with plain water, lightly loosen the soil around the trunk, and only then apply the nutrient solution under the root. This way the roses will immediately receive everything they need and will reward you with continuous and truly lush flowering.
