Southeast

• Plant Roses: Learn how to choose sunny, well-drained spots and water properly in our full rose planting guide.

• Feed Roses: Feed your rose every 4–6 weeks. Use a liquid fertilizer like Founders Fish Fertilizer from the first season onward. Once your roses are established in the ground (year 2+), you can choose to use a granular fertilizer such as Heirloom Boost & Bloom instead.

• Apply Fungicide & Monitor Pests: Spring rain brings fungal diseases like black spot; treat with fungicide to protect leaves. Keep an eye out for pests such as aphids; hose them off or use a gentle insecticidal soap. See our recommended fungicides for effective options.

• Water as Needed: Avoid overwatering or underwatering; here’s how.

Southwest + California

• Plant Roses: Learn how to choose sunny, well-drained spots and water properly in our full rose planting guide.

• Feed Roses: Feed your rose every 4–6 weeks. Use a liquid fertilizer like Founders Fish Fertilizer from the first season onward. Once your roses are established in the ground (year 2+), you can choose to use a granular fertilizer such as Heirloom Boost & Bloom instead.

• Apply Fungicide & Monitor Pests: Spring rain brings fungal diseases like black spot; treat with fungicide to protect leaves. Keep an eye out for pests such as aphids; hose them off or use a gentle insecticidal soap. See our recommended fungicides for effective options.

• Water as Needed: Avoid overwatering or underwatering; here’s how.

South Central + Lower Midwest

• Plant Roses: Learn how to choose sunny, well-drained spots and water properly in our full rose planting guide.

• Feed Roses: Feed your rose every 4–6 weeks. Use a liquid fertilizer like Founders Fish Fertilizer from the first season onward. Once your roses are established in the ground (year 2+), you can choose to use a granular fertilizer such as Heirloom Boost & Bloom instead.

• Apply Fungicide & Monitor Pests: Spring rain brings fungal diseases like black spot; treat with fungicide to protect leaves. Keep an eye out for pests such as aphids; hose them off or use a gentle insecticidal soap. See our recommended fungicides for effective options.

• Water as Needed: Avoid overwatering or underwatering; here’s how.

Pacific Northwest

• Plant Roses: Learn how to choose sunny, well-drained spots and water properly in our full rose planting guide.

• Feed Roses: Begin a regular feeding schedule every 4–6 weeks once new leaves appear. Use a liquid fertilizer like Founders Fish Fertilizer from the first season onward. Once your roses are established in the ground (year 2+), you can choose a granular fertilizer such as Heirloom Boost & Bloom instead.

• Apply Fungicide: Protect roses from pests and fungal diseases. See our recommended fungicides.

• Refresh Mulch: Annually in spring, 2–3” around the base to retain moisture and prevent weeds. Mint Compost is a great option for added nutrients.

Northeast

• Remove Winter Protection: Take off winter coverings from your roses once nightly temperatures consistently stay between 20°F and 25°F and the soil has thawed. Begin removing mulch in stages, starting when you notice new growth.

• Pruning: Remove dead, weak, or crossing canes to encourage airflow and healthy growth. For non-climbing roses, aim for 18–24” height and follow our general pruning guide. For climbing roses, follow this climbing roses pruning guide.

• Transplant Roses: Ready to relocate a rose? Wait until the risk of frost is gone, then follow our  guide for a smooth transplant.
• Apply Fungicide: Protect roses from pests and fungal diseases (once winter protection has been removed).See our recommended fungicides for effective options.

• Feed Roses: Begin a regular feeding schedule every 4–6 weeks once new leaves appear. Use a liquid fertilizer like Founders Fish Fertilizer from the first season onward. Once your roses are established in the ground (year 2+), you can choose a granular fertilizer such as Heirloom Boost & Bloom instead.

• Refresh Mulch: Annually in spring, 2–3” around the base to retain moisture and prevent weeds. Mint Compost is a great option for added nutrients.

• Plant Roses: Learn how to choose sunny, well-drained spots and water properly in our full rose planting guide. Wait until hard frost risk (under 28°F) has passed before planting.

Midwest

• Remove Winter Protection: Take off winter coverings from your roses once nightly temperatures consistently stay between 20°F and 25°F and the soil has thawed. Begin removing mulch in stages, starting when you notice new growth.

• Pruning: Remove dead, weak, or crossing canes to encourage airflow and healthy growth. For non-climbing roses, aim for 18–24” height and follow our general pruning guide. For climbing roses, follow this climbing roses pruning guide.

• Transplant Roses: Ready to relocate a rose? Wait until the risk of frost is gone, then follow our guide for a smooth transplant.

• Feed Roses: Begin a regular feeding schedule every 4–6 weeks once new leaves appear. Use a liquid fertilizer like Founders Fish Fertilizer from the first season onward. Once your roses are established in the ground (year 2+), you can choose a granular fertilizer such as Heirloom Boost & Bloom instead.

• Apply Fungicide: Protect roses from pests and fungal diseases (once winter protection has been removed). See our recommended fungicides for effective options.

• Refresh Mulch: Annually in spring, 2–3” around the base to retain moisture and prevent weeds. Mint Compost is a great option for added nutrients.

• Plant Roses: Learn how to choose sunny, well-drained spots and water properly in our full rose planting guide. Wait until hard frost risk (under 28°F) has passed before planting.