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How to Care for a Banksiae Purezza Rambler Rose

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By Stephi Peppers
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Of the many varieties of rambling and climbing roses, the banksiae purezza is one of the newest, arriving on the rose scene in 1950. Known for its incredible hardiness and two blooming periods, this flexible rambler grows up to 15 feet and can be kept as small as 5 feet with judicious pruning. The purezza grows in almost any soil condition and even grows wild in many locations in the Southeast. Its versatility and beauty fill garden spaces of all shapes, making it a candidate for shaping, training and even containers.

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    Caring for Banksiae Purezza Rambler Rose

  1. Step 1

    Choose a location for your purezza rambling rose. Whether you choose to keep your purezza in a container or planted in a garden bed, it will need full sun. Exposure to full sun allows for maximum blooming and encourages the rose to bloom a second time in the fall.

  2. Step 2

    Plant your purezza rambler. While the purezza thrives well without good quality soil, providing it with nutrient rich potting soil when you transplant it to its new environment will help it adjust to its surroundings and help avoid any wilting or shock. Water your purezza rose in thoroughly.

  3. Step 3

    Fertilize your purezza rambling rose on a schedule. The purezza rose does not require fertilizing. However, many gardeners report larger, more frequent blooms when the plant is fertilized. If you choose an organic fertilizer or composting, apply it to the rose every two weeks. For a chemical fertilizer, apply according to the directions given by the manufacturer.

  4. Step 4

    Prune your purezza rambler. Rambling roses do well with no pruning; however, for aesthetics and the health of the plant, pruning can do a world of good. In late winter, prune back any broken or damaged branches. If you prune for size or shape, this should also be done in late winter.

  5. Step 5

    Remove blooms, especially spent blooms. Removing blooms encourages the rose to grow more at a faster rate. Removing spent blooms also decreases the chance that pests or disease will infest your rose. Use the fresh blooms in vases or as gifts.

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