It is important not to cover the roses too early when the air temperature is not very frosty.
Before the cold weather begins, it is important to protect the flowers in the garden so that they survive the winter and recover with renewed strength in the spring, blooming profusely in the summer. TSN.ua writes about how to prepare roses for winter.
Gardeners advise stopping fertilization as early as August-September to prevent the plant from producing new shoots. It is also necessary to trim the leaves from the lower part of the bush to avoid fungal diseases. At the same time, do not prune the bushes too much. The main pruning is best done in spring, leaving only weak or damaged shoots in the fall.
It is important not to cover the roses too early. You should wait for stable frosts of -5…-7 °C; otherwise, the shoots may rot.
How to Cover Roses to Survive the Frost
Mounding with Soil
Mound dry soil or peat around the base of the bush to a height of 20-30 cm. This will help protect the root collar from freezing.
Covering with Fir Boughs or Dry Leaves
You can cover the shoots with fir boughs or dry oak leaves. This method will create an air layer and protect the shoots from freezing.
Covering with Agrotextile
Wrap the bush with this material or set up a frame and cover it with fabric. It is important that the material allows air to pass through; otherwise, the roses may rot.
Arch Covers
This method is suitable for tall bushes or standard roses. To do this, install arches and cover them with double-layer agrotextile. There should be an air layer between the cover and the plant.
Gardeners advise against using polyethylene without holes, as moisture accumulates underneath it. The roses may rot.
