This ability to thrive despite the unfavourable conditions makes it the perfect rose with windy gardens. 2. Create a Natural Wind Break with Conifers or Yew Hedges

Spread the mulch in a two inch layer around the base of the rose bush. Leave a 3 inch gap between the mulch and the rose canes as the wood above ground does not like to be exposed to persistent moisture. Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary. Delivery is on a selected date, you can choose a delivery day of your choice, up to 10 days in advance (Excluding next day delivery. Postcode restrictions apply)

They’re many different varieties of Rugosa roses with multiple colours, fragrances and beautiful flower shapes and they are all characterised by their extreme hardiness, resistance to disease, tolerance of windy conditions and ability to live in coastal conditions, with frequent exposure to sea spray. Regosa Rose growing well by a windy coast line.

If the wind is particular persistent it is always a good idea to plant a natural wind break to deflect the strongest gusts. The traditional advice for watering established roses is to give your rose a good soak once a week and let the soil dry somewhat in between periods of watering as rose roots do not like persistent exposure to water and they love good drainage. Conifers are also readily available at nursery’s, garden centres or even online at the appropriate size and height to be planted as a barrier for your rose bush so that you do not have to be patient and wait for the tree to grow to an effective size. Instant gardening for the win!All you need to do is rake your mulch to one side, scatter the granules directly onto the soil and then return the mulch, followed by a generous watering in. The three best mulches for roses in windy gardens are, leaf mould, well rotted manure and compost made from general garden and kitchen waste. It is very simple to use and I have had excellent results, particularly with the number of flowers on display in the season. 6. Prune Properly Every Year in Spring to Prevent Wind Damage Whilst these three mulches hold onto water, they form a structure that allows excess water to drain away which are the ideal conditions for roses. The roots of the rose will have more time to draw upon the moisture in the soil before the wind dries it out.

Alternatively for less experienced rose growers I always recommend miracle grow rose and shrub fertilizer. If you are planting roses in a windy garden I would strongly recommend a regosa species of rose as they are noted for their tolerance to wind, disease and other unfavourable conditions. They are also a beautiful example of a rose with a wonderful fragrance. This is because they all have an exceptional capacity to hold onto water, far more so then other common mulches such as wood bark or straw.The mulch will keep the roots cool in summer heat, keep the ground moist and suppress weed growth. 5. Roses in Windy Areas Need 6 Hours of Sun per Day and a Good Fertilizer Conifers are ideal as they are strong enough to handle wind themselves and they grow in a uniform, almost opaque barrier rather then other shrubs and trees which may form sparse branches and not grow in the shape that you need without significant cultivation over a length of time. If you have baking hot days with little to no rain and windy conditions in the growing season (spring and summer) then I would recommend that you water your rose twice in one week with 4 to 5 gallons of water each time. Ideally for this you will need a densely vegetated evergreen such as a conifer. As conifers retain their foliage throughout the year, therefore they will still provide protection for roses in the winter when wind can be at its strongest.

In these conditions it you need to look at your rose for any signs of heat stress. This can be yellowing leaves, or leaves that are curling and drooping.This includes direct sun for preferable more then 6 hours per day. Roses that receive less sun or are subject to partial shade tend to grow leggy, weaker and their canes and new growth can droop downwards.