How Do You Care For Rose Bushes In Hot Weather?
Hot weather can be very dangerous for rosebushes, causing problems such as drying, diseases and pests. However, with some basic care you can help your rosebushes survive the hot summer months. Regular watering, fertilizing, applying fungicides, pruning and checking for pests will keep your rosebushes strong and healthy in hot weather. Water your rosebushes regularly during hot weather. Water at the roots every day that the temperature reaches 90 degrees F or above, and every other day any time the temperatures are above 80 degrees F. If the rosebushes are potted, water once in the morning and once in the evening daily when temperatures are high. Apply a fungicide to the rosebushes, according to the manufacturer’s directions found on the packaging, once per week during hot weather. This will prevent diseases caused by high humidity, and is especially important if you live in a very humid climate. This process should be performed weekly until the last week of August. Fertilize the rosebu
