1. Root hydration
The root of a rose seedling should be placed in water and left for at least 30 minutes before planting. Ideally, it should be left in water for 2-3 hours.
2. Prepare the planting site
Remove weeds and stones from the ground.
3. Dig a hole
The hole should be approximately 40 cm wide and 60 cm deep.
4. Put the seedling into the hole
Position the rose in the centre of the hole. Place a stick horizontally across the top of the hole to better judge the planting depth. The graft union (junction between root and stem) should be 5 cm below the stick.
5. Fill in the hole with soil
Backfill the rose seedling with the soil you dug earlier.
6. Firm-in the rose
Lightly firm the soil around the rose with your foot.
7. Water the rose well.
