Potted roses are worth your attention. And not only on holidays. If you have never grown roses on a windowsill or they haven’t pleased you with their blooms for a long time, be sure to read our tips on caring for these flowers.
Indoor roses are not much different from their ground relatives. Their main feature is the compact miniature size of the bush, which allows you to easily place the plant even on a windowsill. Also, domestic roses have slightly woody shoots and sharp thorns. There are varieties with flowers of a wide variety of colors, with and without scent.
The Chinese rose, also called Bengal and Indian, is most often grown indoors. It is characterized by long flowering and a variety of shades. Hybrids of the following groups are mainly found in stores and markets:
- Patios are low-growing, do not exceed 50 cm, and are distinguished by a larger plant and flower size;
- Cordana - distinguished by the small size of the plant and flower;
- Turbo - flowers are larger than those of Cordana, but smaller than those of Patio.
Roses for sale are grown in specially equipped greenhouses, where the plants receive everything they need for growth and flowering. Therefore, in the process of moving to the store and then to the windowsill, the flowers experience a lot of stress. Often its consequences lead to the fact that the foliage of roses completely falls off, diseases and pests appear, and flowering is completely reduced. In such cases, inexperienced gardeners often prefer to say goodbye to the flower, although in fact they just needed to create good conditions for it. Many people consider these plants to be capricious, but after reading the article, you will see that this flower does not require anything supernatural except your love and care. And it’s worth starting a friendship with a rose with the right choice.
How to choose an indoor rose
If this is not your first time buying indoor plants, then you know that you need to focus on the healthy appearance of the specimen, and not on its colorful flowering. Inspect the leaves and shoots, they should be green and elastic, without spots, fuzz, cobwebs or other dubious signs. If you notice insects, refuse to purchase. The soil in the pot may be slightly moist. But if mold is visible on it or the earthen lump easily lags behind the walls of the pot, it means that the watering system has been broken. Most likely, the plant is no longer healthy, so it is not worth purchasing it.
After purchasing, just in case, quarantine the rose, otherwise your other indoor plants may become victims of pests (especially spider mites) and diseases that you did not notice on the bush.
In the cold season, the rose may not survive a long journey down the street, so do not forget to insulate the plant with newspapers and film.
How to replant an indoor rose after purchase
Typically, replanting is not recommended until after flowering. But if the plant is cramped in a store pot, then you should carefully transfer it into a larger container. You can buy soil for planting in a store or make it yourself. To do this, mix 2 parts turf, 1 part leaf soil or humus, 1 part peat and 0.5 parts sand. The container for the flower must have drainage holes.
So, add drainage (expanded clay, broken brick, etc.) to the bottom of the container and add a layer of soil. Then carefully remove the rose from the pot and place it together with the earthen lump in a new flowerpot. All that remains is to fill the voids with fresh soil and water the plant with water at room temperature. To make the rose better tolerate stress, treat it with Epin or any other stimulant to maintain immunity.
If transshipment is not required, then the main transplant can be carried out 3-4 weeks after purchasing the flower, when it gets used to room conditions. A month after transplantation, you can start feeding.
Purchased blooming roses are often planted in a pot of several pieces. Should we separate them or not? Some gardeners are categorically against this procedure, believing that it will weaken the plants and lead to the buds falling off. In fact, it is better to separate the roses, because... in such conditions they fight for nutrients, which is why flowering will inevitably suffer. But you can wait for the bushes to bloom and carry out a full transplant. If the container is sufficient in volume, the plants do not need to be divided.
Tea rose in a pot and transplantation rules
Adult plants need to be replanted every year. If the rose is grown from cuttings, then in the first year you will have to change its pot two or three times. A pot that is too tight will stop the development of the root system.
The best way to plant a tea rose in a new pot at home is the transshipment method. It is the least traumatic for the plant. The day before the procedure, the plant is watered abundantly.
The transplant is divided into several stages:
- The bush is carefully removed from the pot along with a lump of earth.
- Inspect the roots. If there are signs of rotting, the damaged roots are cut off. The cut area is dusted with ash or crushed activated carbon.
- The top 2 cm of soil is removed from the coma.
- Drainage and some fresh soil are poured into the new pot.
- Place the bush in a pot.
- Pour in fresh soil until the container is completely filled. Lightly compact the top layer.
After transplantation, the plant is watered abundantly. It is also recommended to spray the leaves with any anti-stress drug, for example, Epin.
Before replanting, you need to disinfect both the pot and the soil. To do this, wash the pots well with a solution of potassium permanganate. The soil can be kept in the oven for a few minutes or poured with boiling water.
How to water a indoor rose
Roses in indoor conditions do not tolerate the soil drying out, so make sure that the soil in the pot is always slightly moist, especially during flowering. Stagnation of water in the pan is also dangerous; do not forget to drain it after watering.
Water for irrigation should be soft, settled, and at room temperature.
The flower will respond well to spraying in the hot season. You should not be too zealous with this procedure so that the leaves do not rot. In spring and autumn, it is better to only humidify the air around the plant.
Spraying will protect the rose from the most terrible enemy - spider mites.
Why does a rose bloom in the house?
A rose blooming is generally considered a good sign. Depending on who has beautiful buds appearing in their house, the interpretation of the signs will be as follows:
- A young married couple is about to add a new addition to their family.
- For an unmarried girl , she will get married in a short period of time. It is possible that she will soon meet her betrothed or that a guy who has already known her will propose to her.
- For a mature woman , her health will improve, she will feel rejuvenated, filled with strength and energy.
- For older people , long-awaited guests will soon come to the house.
Only the blooming of the Chinese rose has a negative meaning. True, only if the buds bloomed earlier or later than expected. Then you need to prepare for troubles and misfortunes. They will appear suddenly and it is not known for certain from which side to expect them. Perhaps this will be the machinations of ill-wishers, the intrigues of colleagues, or health problems will begin.
Whether to grow a rose or not, everyone must decide for themselves. Despite many bad omens, many people still bring this flower into their home and never regret it in the future.
With proper care, the indoor beauty will actively grow, please the eye, protect from negativity and create comfort. The main thing is to give it due attention and make sure that the condition of the plant is always perfect. No negative changes will be observed.
How to feed an indoor rose for lush flowering
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Indoor rose needs feeding from March to October. During the flowering period, fertilizers must be applied frequently (every 7-10 days or according to instructions) and in small doses to prolong flowering. Spraying can be alternated with root feeding.
You should not feed the rose for the first 1-2 months after purchase, because... she received a sufficient dose even when growing in a greenhouse complex. If you have transplanted a flower, you can gradually apply fertilizer.
For feeding, choose universal complex mineral fertilizers or special ones for roses. You can also add organic matter under the bush: compost (1 tbsp per 1 liter of water) or rotted bird droppings (1 tsp per 1 liter of water). Banana peels, which are rich in potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and other elements, will also help enhance flowering. Just pour a glass of water over the peel of one banana and leave until foam appears. Water the plants 1-2 times a month.
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How to trim an indoor rose
Pruning an indoor rose will strengthen the plant's immunity and promote lush flowering. In February-March, it is necessary to leave 4-5 buds on each strong shoot, and 2-3 buds on each small shoot. As they bloom, be sure to remove faded flowers and yellow leaves. In winter, carry out sanitary pruning: remove weak and diseased shoots.
Rose branches pruned in spring can be used for propagation. To do this, place the cuttings with 3-4 live buds in water, and after 2-3 weeks, when the roots grow, plant the plants in light nutrient soil, having previously treated the roots with a root formation stimulator. Make a greenhouse for each cutting and provide good lighting.
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Transfer
The rose you recently purchased requires proper replanting. There is a whole system for how to care for this plant at home. The issue of transplantation needs to be addressed after an adaptation period. When the rose comes to its senses and begins to develop in new conditions, you need to choose a suitable day for this work.
Experienced gardeners recommend referring to the lunar calendar. Plants respond to the location of the natural satellite relative to the Earth. Choose one of the days when the Moon will be waxing.
The transplantation process must be carried out very carefully. It is important not to damage the roots of the plant. For this reason, the earthen lump must be left. No main root shoot should be damaged. The outer layer of the earthen lump will still need to be loosened a little. This will remove a small amount of the old soil. If the soil has a small amount of old fertilizer (granules), there is no need to remove it.
Caring for an indoor rose in a pot involves adding a large amount of bait. This plant is in dire need of nutrients. Therefore, when replanting, you need to not only refresh and renew the soil, but also fill it with the components necessary for the harmonious development of the rose. Soil must be purchased at a specialized store.
A certain amount of complex fertilizer is mixed into the ground (in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions).
How to protect your indoor rose from diseases and pests
First of all, it is worth creating conditions in which it will be uncomfortable for pests and diseases to reproduce. For strong immunity, roses need:
- sufficient lighting and watering;
- regular supply of fresh air;
- moderately humid air in the apartment;
- protection from the scorching sun and drafts;
- regular pruning;
- complete feeding;
- proper wintering.
If at least one factor is not met, the plant becomes vulnerable and problems appear. The most common of them is damage to spider mites, which can quite quickly completely destroy a rose.
Signs of spider mite infestation:
- light dots and spots are visible on the outside of the leaves, small crawling mites on the inside;
- the leaves of the plant dry out and fall off, becoming covered with cobwebs.
As a preventive measure, it is necessary to regularly spray the rose with water at room temperature. If mites appear, treat the bush with a soap solution (15-20 g of laundry soap per 1 liter of water) or garlic infusion. Grind 150 g of garlic, add 1 liter of water, let it brew for 5 days. Then strain and spray the plant. Among the chemicals, Actellik, Fitoverm, etc. will be effective. But it is better to carry out the treatment outside residential premises.
Less commonly, roses become prey to other pests: aphids, scale insects, thrips, mealybugs, and whiteflies. For prevention, you can periodically wash the plants with soapy water or treat them with Aktara (in the fresh air).
As for diseases, indoor roses most often suffer from powdery mildew, rust, and black spot. For prevention and treatment, you can use Fitosporin-M, Gamair and other biological products.
How to care for indoor roses in winter
In winter, indoor roses suffer from poor lighting and temperature changes. It is important to provide it with additional lighting for at least 12 hours, reduce watering, and eliminate fertilizing. The room temperature should not exceed 21°C. Place the rose pot away from radiators and regularly mist the air around the bush to increase humidity.
If it is not possible to provide additional light to the plant, then it is worth putting the rose into a shallow “sleep” so that it can more easily endure unfavorable times. To do this, place the flower in a room with a temperature of 10-15°C. In such conditions, the plant’s metabolism will slow down, and it will save energy for future flowering. During the dormant period, the soil should be moist, so do not forget about watering. Fertilizing should be excluded.
Indoor roses love bright, diffused light, moderate watering and cool, fresh air most of all. In such conditions they will bloom magnificently and will not suffer from diseases and pests.
We also recommend that you read how to grow roses in containers.
Beliefs about indoor plants
There are positive as well as negative signs and superstitions about roses in the house. The most popular of them are worth considering in more detail.
Negative
There is more than one belief that is interpreted in a negative way:
- the plant began to wither for no apparent reason - there will be difficulties in communicating with loved ones, and the development of diseases is possible;
- the flower dies - all family members will have health problems;
- prick yourself with a thorn - numerous conflicts are expected, quarrels are possible both with close friends and with your significant other;
- newly blossomed pink buds are fading - a very bad sign: according to signs, such changes foreshadow the death of one of the inhabitants of the house;
- the plant died at work - problems will soon arise.
Positive
There are significantly more good signs associated with this indoor beauty than negative ones. For example, it is believed that placing a flowerpot with a rose in a young girl’s room helps her maintain chastity. If the young lady is already ripe to start a family, the flower attracts gentlemen. In a couple's bedroom, the plant promotes harmony.
There are also a number of other good beliefs:
- The gifted flower has taken root - a positive atmosphere reigns in the house. The plant must be planted in the ground and properly cared for. It will become a powerful talisman that helps preserve the family idyll.
- The rose is actively growing, often delights with flowering - family relations are good. The established harmony will remain for a long period.
- A beautiful, actively growing flower stands at work - rapid career growth and salary increases are expected. All plans will soon be realized.
There are also a number of signs associated with growing roses in the garden near the house. They protect all residents from the views of ill-wishers, the development of diseases and all kinds of negative influences from the outside.
Blooming beauties, according to legend, scare away bad people from the house. Along with them, all the evil that they tried to bring with them goes away. In addition, flowering outdoor plants are a good sign for lonely people. It is believed that they will meet their life partner soon after this. Their family relationships will be trusting and warm, filled with love.
