There are two different types of rose you can plant in your garden
There are two different types of rose that you can plant in your garden, a bare root rose or a potted rose.
A bare root rose is a young rose plant in its dormant state, consisting of just the pruned stems and roots without any leaves, flowers or foliage on it whereas a potted rose is a rose that has been planted in a container and has had a little longer to grow.
Take a look at our table below to find out which type of rose is right for you.
Which Type Of Rose Is Right For Me?
Our team often gets asked whether a bare root rose or a potted rose is better, but the answer is completely down to opinion and personal preference. Take a look at our comparison table to see the benefits of each type of rose.A young rose that has been planted in a container and has had a little longer to grow
Perfect for those wanting to plant a rose in the warmer months of the year
Available to purchase throughout the year. New stock arrives each year in the spring
Available to purchase online or in our garden centre
Provides instant colour and foliage during flowering season
Can be kept in it's pot for a few weeks as long as it is getting plenty of water
Will need regular watering and feeding from the time of planting, throughout the summer
Will reach your desired size quicker as it is a bigger plant to begin with
A young rose in its dormant state, consisting of just the pruned stems and roots without any leaves, flowers or foliage
Perfect for those wanting to plant a rose throughout the colder months of the year
Available for pre-order from April each year for delivery from November
Only available to order through our website
Allows the plant to put down firm roots before the growing season
Can be stored in a bucket of water for up to two weeks if you're not ready to plant it
Once planted won't need watering or feeding until the spring when it starts to produce leaves
A more affordable option for those who are working on a larger project and want to buy in bulk
Easier to transport if ordering in large quantities
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