Growing roses in containers means you can easily transport them from place to place, and they add beauty and fragrance to any home or garden.

You Will Need

A plastic or clay container

Artificial soil

A rose

Water

Fish emulsion fertilizer or Epsom salt

Sunlight

Steps

STEP 1 Choose container

Choose a plastic or clay container with good drainage and adequate room for root growth.

Choose a 16-inch or larger container to reduce watering and heat build-up problems.

STEP 2 Fill with soil

Fill the container two-thirds full with artificial soil.

STEP 3 Plant the rose

Place the rose over the artificial soil and fill the area around it with more soil. The bud onion should be level with the soil line.

STEP 4 Water the rose

Water the rose until water comes out of the bottom of the pot. Water every day or every other day, keeping the soil damp.

Spot-check for dryness by inserting a finger an inch into the soil. If the soil is dry, you need to water your rose.

STEP 5 Feed the plant

Feed your rose with fish emulsion fertilizer or Epsom salt once a week to produce substantial blossoms.

STEP 6 Keep in sunlight

Place your rose container where it will get a minimum of 7 hours sunlight a day.

STEP 7 Show off to friends

Show off your beautiful container roses to neighbors, friends, and family.

According to fossil evidence, the rose is 35 million years old.