English Rose Rosa Lady Salisbury = 'Auscezed' (PBR) (S)

Water

For the English Rose 'Lady Salisbury', regular watering is crucial, especially during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide a thorough soaking once a week if there is no significant rainfall, using about one to two gallons of water per plant each time. During the hot summer months, you might need to water twice weekly, whereas in cooler, moist conditions, you can reduce watering to once every two weeks. Always aim to water the plant at the base to avoid wetting the foliage, which can lead to diseases. Adjust watering based on rainfall and check the soil moisture level regularly to ensure it does not become too dry or too waterlogged.

Light

The English Rose 'Lady Salisbury' thrives best in full sunlight. Ensure the plant receives at least six hours of direct sunlight each day, which will promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms. Planting in a location with east or west exposure is ideal to provide the beneficial morning sun. Avoid overly shaded areas which can reduce flowering and make the rose more susceptible to disease.

Temperature

English Roses like 'Lady Salisbury' prefer a temperate climate with temperatures ranging roughly from 32°F to 90°F. These roses can survive winter in cooler regions but will benefit from some protection when temperatures drop below the freezing mark. The ideal growing temperature range is within 60°F to 75°F, ensuring the healthiest growth and flower production. Avoid placing these plants where temperatures can be extremely hot or cold for prolonged periods.

Pruning

Prune the English Rose 'Lady Salisbury' in late winter or early spring, just as the buds begin to swell. Pruning stimulates new growth and encourages more prolific blooming. Remove dead, damaged, or diseased stems and thin out the center of the bush to improve air circulation. Shape the plant by cutting back by about one-third of the previous year's growth. Annual pruning ensures a healthier plant and more abundant flowers. The best time for a thorough pruning is when the plant is dormant, to prevent diseases and ensure a strong start for the growing season.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

The Rosa 'Lady Salisbury' prefers rich, well-draining soil with added organic matter such as compost or manure. An ideal pH range for this rose is slightly acidic to neutral, between 6.0 and 7.0. Mulch can help maintain soil moisture and temperature, benefiting overall plant health.

Repotting

Generally, Rosa 'Lady Salisbury' does not require frequent repotting as it is usually planted in the ground. If grown in containers, repotting every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its pot is recommended.

Humidity & Misting

Rosa 'Lady Salisbury' is adaptable to a range of humidity levels, but it performs best in an environment with average humidity. Extreme humidity is not necessary, and good air circulation around the plant can help prevent fungal diseases.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Ensure bright light, regular watering, and good airflow for Rosa 'Lady Salisbury'.

• Outdoor

  Plant in sunny spot with well-draining soil and provide regular watering.

• Hardiness zone

  5-9 USDA

Life cycle

Rosa 'Lady Salisbury' is a deciduous shrub which starts its life cycle when a seed germinates, often in spring or from a cutting established in well-drained soil. After germination, the seedling grows into a young plant, developing a root system and foliage in its first growing season. The shrub enters a vegetative stage, where it focuses on growing leaves and stems, eventually reaching maturity and beginning to produce flowers, usually after a few years. The flowering stage typically occurs in late spring through to autumn, during which the plant produces distinctive, fragrant flowers that may attract pollinators. After pollination, the plant may produce hips (fruit), which contain seeds for the next generation. During winter, the plant experiences a period of dormancy where growth slows down or stops until the conditions become favorable again in spring.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Early summer

• Propogation: Rosa 'Lady Salisbury', commonly referred to as an English Rose, is best propagated through a method known as softwood cuttings, typically performed in late spring or early summer when the plant's new growth is still flexible but mature enough to handle cutting and rooting. For this method, a healthy, non-flowering shoot is selected and cut at a length of about 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 centimeters), just below a leaf node. The lower leaves are removed, and the cut end is often dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. The cutting is then inserted into a soil mix, ensuring at least two leaf nodes are beneath the surface, and kept under high humidity and indirect light until roots have formed, which can take several weeks. Once rooted, the new plant can be gradually acclimatized to outdoor conditions and eventually transplanted into the garden.