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climbing roses most often found in the flower beds of many gardeners. These flowers amaze with their splendor and beauty. But not all varieties are unpretentious to conditions and care. One of the long-loved varieties is the “Sympathy” rose. This plant is a tall bush with large, rich red double flowers. Its beauty and ease of cultivation have made it one of the most popular rose varieties. It is worth understanding what is special about this variety and how to grow it.
Description of the climbing rose “Sympathy”
The flowers of this variety of roses have a beautiful rich red hue and large dark green leaves. The size of the flowers is about 10 cm. They are velvety, double, and form large inflorescences. Roses have a pleasant, pronounced aroma. Each flower consists of 19–21 petals. The variety is not afraid of rain, is resistant to temperature changes, and is adapted to different weather conditions.
The flowering period is long. The first flowering is the most abundant and begins in the second week of June. Further, there are fewer flowers on the bush, but they will appear until autumn. The Sympathy bush is quite tall, can reach from 2 m to 4 m in height. It is very branchy, but at the same time strong and hardy.It is not afraid of low temperatures, tolerates winter well, and is resistant to strong winds.
Preparing for landing
The first thing that is important to do before planting is to choose a suitable site. For good growth and flowering, it is very important what the conditions are, as well as the composition of the soil. The place for planting Sympathy is chosen to be sunny, preferably on the south side of the site. It should be well ventilated and, if possible, covered by buildings or plants on the north side.
In order for the rose to grow well, you should choose soil with the following characteristics:
- loamy;
- breathable;
- with weak acidity;
- wet;
- with a high content of mineral fertilizers.
You need to start preparing the soil a month before planting. Careful tillage of the soil will help the plant to take root and grow faster. Various mineral fertilizers should be added to the soil. Their selection in specialized stores is more than sufficient.
Planting and caring for climbing roses
To plant the Sympathy variety, you do not need to allocate a large area in your flowerbed. The main volume of the plant will be at the top on the supports. First, shallow holes are dug in the soil. The day before planting, a large amount of water is poured into it, and mineral fertilizers are also applied. Now a seedling is placed there and gradually covered with earth, lightly compacting it. After this, the bush will need to be pruned.
Like other roses, Sympathy needs watering, fertilizing, regular weeding and pruning.After the first watering, it is better to mulch the soil; this will help retain moisture longer and prevent the soil from drying out. The bush does not need frequent watering; just once every 10–15 days is enough. For the first 2 years, mineral fertilizers do not need to be applied; fertilizing is done starting from the age of three. Up to 3 years, you can use the flower mixture as a top dressing for roses.
In spring, it is necessary to cut off all weak and damaged branches from the rose. Then from time to time you need to monitor the formation of the bush, cutting off thickened and overly branched shoots. When the first flowering has passed, all dried flowers should be removed from the bush. Thus, the bush will prepare for the next flowering and rejuvenate.
To fertilize the soil, you can use not only mineral, but also organic fertilizers. Most often, ordinary manure is used for these purposes. It is very important to use fertilizers in moderation. Over the entire season, it will be enough to fertilize the soil 2 or 3 times.
Pests and diseases of roses
Most often, a rose can be susceptible to diseases such as powdery mildew and kiniothyrium. When affected by dew, white spots form on the leaves and can gradually increase in size. An excellent time for fungus to multiply is hot and humid weather. Due to the defeat, the rose stops growing and gradually begins to die. To prevent the disease, you can spray the bush with Bordeaux mixture. The first procedure is carried out on unopened buds, immediately after the cover has been removed. The next spraying of the bush should be carried out during the period when the young shoots grow to 20 centimeters in length.
Kiniothirium or, in other words, rose burn or bark cancer. This disease can appear unnoticed and is usually detected after the cover has been removed. In the first stages, you can see brown spots with a red tint appear on the bark. Gradually they grow and change color to black. It is more difficult to get rid of this disease, since the fungus is located inside the tissues. To save the bush, you will have to cut off all the affected branches, capturing the healthy part of the branch. Cut shoots must be burned. For prevention in the fall, the bushes are fertilized with fertilizers containing potassium. It is very important to cover the bush in time, but so that air can freely flow inside.
Preparing roses for winter
You need to prepare shelter for the winter in advance. It must be dense so that no cold winds or frosts can damage the bush.
Cover can also ruin your flowers if applied incorrectly. Due to poor access to fresh air, the bush may rot. Also, during spring rains, the plant may get wet. It is important to ensure that the soil is not too compacted and has good air permeability. Heavy soil retains moisture for a long time, which is why the bush can be affected by fungal diseases.
The rose should be covered only at very low temperatures, which have lasted for several days. Light frosts are not dangerous for the bush, but can, on the contrary, harden it and make it even stronger.At the end of summer, you need to stop watering the roses. During this period, the earth will not dry out in the scorching sun, and there will be enough precipitation and dew to obtain the required amount of moisture.
Before the onset of frost, remove Sympathy from its supports and begin pruning the bush. First, rotten and damaged shoots are cut off. Next, you need to remove all dry leaves from the plant. Now the rose bush, ready for winter, is rolled up, tied and secured to the ground. Before this, the soil is carefully covered with dry leaves. The top of the rose also needs to be well covered. For this, leaves, wooden boards, plywood and other materials are used.
Rose propagation
This variety of roses is easy propagate by cuttings. Stable winter cuttings are suitable for this, but summer ones can also be used. When propagated by green cuttings, a high percentage of rooting can be achieved. Climbing roses themselves can take root well without the use of special tools.
When cutting a cutting from a rose, you need to make a correct oblique cut. All leaves must be removed from the bottom of the cutting. Next, the branch is placed in a mixture of soil and sand. The next step is to move the cutting into a pot for further growth. It should be covered with a regular jar on top to create greenhouse conditions. The rose needs to be watered regularly. That's all, the seedling is ready for planting in open ground.
Conclusion
The Sympathy rose variety is incredibly common. Many gardeners love it and happily grow it. These roses are incredibly beautiful and simply captivating with their depth of color.Due to the height of the bushes, roses can be used for landscaping buildings, fences, and even grown as a hedge. They are unpretentious and easily tolerate frost and wind. Like all roses, Sympathy requires some care, but the effort is worth it. Over time, the plant will turn into a lush and luxurious bush that will become the main decoration of your garden.
