Is the small ball rose difficult to care for? Summer care methods and precautions
Most of the roses we usually care for have large flowers, but the small ball rose is just the opposite. As its name suggests, its flowers are a very small kind of rose. This plant's growing habits are also different from the roses we usually see. This flower also grows very beautifully in winter, and it may even grow better the lower the temperature gets. So how do we care for this lovely little rose? Let's talk about it today.
First, when planting, we need to get the soil mix right. The soil we choose can be peat soil, and we can also take a little garden soil from the residential compound where we usually live and mix it in. If we want the soil to have a certain level of fertility, we can choose either fish bones or fruit and vegetable peels and mix one of them into the soil as organic fertilizer. When we first plant it, this level of fertility is enough to promote the growth of the small ball rose.
After planting, we need to let the small ball rose get enough light. In spring and autumn, we can place it outside the windowsill for care, but when summer comes, the midday light is too strong, so we still need to provide some shade. However, sufficient light can make the small ball rose's color brighter and brighter, getting closer and closer to blood red, and its overall growth will remain beautiful.
The small ball rose does not have high water requirements. In summer, we should water in the early morning before the sun comes out or in the evening after the sun has set. When watering, we should also pay attention to watering only after the soil has completely dried out. In other seasons, we do not need to water very frequently. Generally, watering once every 5-7 days is enough. Maintaining moisture can make the flowers bloom closer to the feel of a rose.
As for fertilizing, it depends on your own needs. If you usually have time and can make fertilizer, I suggest fertilizing. To make fertilizer, we can use beer and yogurt for fermentation, or soak eaten melon seeds and fruit together in water to make fertilizer. If you are less handy, then just buy nitrogen fertilizer or base fertilizer, dilute it with water, and pour it directly on the soil surface. Be careful not to get it on the leaves. If it gets on them, rinse it off with water as soon as possible.
The small ball rose is very cute in appearance. Grown as a potted plant at home, it is simply perfect. So come and join us in starting a plant care journey.