We have always been fascinated by its enchanting beauty when we receive a rose.
Since ancient times, this flower has symbolized fullness, perfection, and was often associated with the feminine universe.
Among the different meanings, the rose somehow represents passion and seduction.
Therefore, we can say that one of the most beautiful and symbolic flowers in the world, and it is equally beautiful to see a garden full of roses!
But we know that they need proper care, because even roses can be “attacked” by parasites and fungal diseases that ruin their health and beauty.
Here are all our tips for having beautiful and always blooming roses!
NB: There are many species of roses. If you are a beginner, contact the competent person in case of specific treatments or information.
Little water
Not everyone knows that roses don’t need a lot of water. When the opposite happens, you don’t know that you’re actually favoring a wet condition , which makes roses much more vulnerable.
Humidity is the scene of many fungal diseases of this plant, some of which we will see later.
Therefore, roses should not be watered frequently, as they can show more of their splendor in a dry climate and where there is no humidity.
Beware of the white evil
One of the fungi that most affects a rose bush is the White Sick, scientifically known as powdery mildew. It occurs in the months of May and June and if it is not well cared for it can last until autumn.
It usually affects most plant surfaces, such as leaves, shoots, and shoots, and unlike other fungi, it also prefers a very dry climate.
How does it manifest itself? Plants affected by this fungus are covered in a white mold that is sometimes difficult to remove.
To counteract this, it is necessary to ensure the right growing conditions for roses, i.e. to have enough light and immediately clean the leaves, to counteract the spread of White Mal.
In addition to these tricks, you can also use some natural remedies.
Powdery mildew plants
As a preventive measure against powdery mildew or white sickle, we can surround our rose bushes with some plants.
We are talking about onion, garlic, chives and carrots. These very simple plants actually have many properties that make them effective even against parasites or other insects.
Olive oil
Olive oil is the protagonist of the Mediterranean diet, useful for the body, skin and hair. It can also become your best ally against powdery mildew.
Take a bowl in which to pour the olive oil and with a brush apply it on the leaves. The nourishing and protective properties of the oil will create a kind of barrier that will prevent the fungus from proliferating, forming an impermeable layer.
Decoctions
In addition, to counteract powdery mildew, you can try a vegetable decoction with onion and garlic, both excellent allies for the care of our garden.
Take the peel of 2 onions and 5 cloves of garlic and boil them in a medium saucepan of water. Let it sit for a while, then proceed to filter the liquid into a spray bottle.
After it has cooled completely, you can sprinkle it on your roses once a week. You can repeat the process throughout the summer.
Pruning
Pruning should not be excluded to have beautiful roses. Pruning, in fact, rejuvenates the plant and is a process to be repeated every year.
When we see blooming and beautiful roses, that’s the time to prune them, even if we don’t want to!
Even the stem of the rose suggests when it is time for pruning: the corteggia takes on a brownish color and has cracked, almost woody veins.
To prune it, some people use different methods, calculating the precise centimeters, etc. But you can usually prune it to about half its length.
Natural fertilizers
Let’s not forget that roses, even if they don’t like to “drink” so much, they also need to eat!
In nurseries it is possible to buy specific fertilizers for roses, always choosing those free of pesticides or other chemicals. In fact, you can also feed them with all-natural products.
yeast
Rose enthusiasts love to use brewer’s yeast as a natural fertilizer, as it is rich in B vitamins.
Brewer’s yeast has the ability to stimulate the growth and flowering of roses, which after this treatment will have beautiful buds!
You only need to dissolve 3 tablespoons in 10 liters of water and start watering your garden and you will notice the difference.
Banana peel
Banana peels are also used as natural fertilizers and seem very welcome to roses.
It has a toning and toning action , thanks to its high nourishing power. To use them on roses, soak the banana peels in a container filled with water for a few days.
Then filter the liquid into a spray bottle and vaporize everything at the base of the plant.
bone meal
This method is much discussed from an ethical point of view , but it is also used very frequently in organic farming.
Bone meal is a totally organic fertilizer and very rich in calcium, which decreases the acidity of the soil by regulating its pH.
Thanks to the phosphorus and calcium content , it can be used occasionally and in very small quantities as fertilizer for our rose bushes.
Not everyone prefers it, as it is not a “vegan” and plant-based product, but its effectiveness cannot be denied.
Against parasites
We must not forget that even roses, like all plants, can be attacked by parasites, in particular by aphids, plant lice.
The use of natural remedies helps us above all not to limit or block the activity of very important insects such as bees, so here are some examples.
Nettle macerate
Nettle maceration lends itself to different uses for the care of our garden. We can take 1 kg of fresh leaves and place them in a very large container containing about 10 liters of water, preferably rainwater.
Leave to macerate for at least a couple of days and indoors, until the liquid darkens and there is no more foam. Obviously, you can cut the dose in half according to your needs.
When it’s ready, you can spray it without diluting it.
Garlic alcohol
There are also those who prepare garlic alcohol at home as a natural insecticide against aphids and other plant parasites.
Mix 250 ml of water with 250 ml of food alcohol at 95° and place them in an airtight bottle. Cut 5 cloves of garlic and let them soak in the jar along with the liquid.
After a couple of days, add 2-3 grams of Marseille soap and let it dissolve well in the mash. You can use it every 2 days or so.
Marseille soap can also be used alone as a natural insecticide!
Warnings
We remind you to evaluate together with the person in charge any fungus or disease that affects the rose plant, before taking any initiatives.
These are natural and cheap methods to cure roses, if you are a beginner it is better to consult a person with more experience than you.