Espoma Rose-tone® 4-3-2—4-lb. bag

Professional horticulturalists and the casual gardener alike, agree that the use of Espoma Rose-tone® has greatly benefited the exceptional growth of their most prized rose bushes.  Just use as directed for amazing results!

For new plantings:

• Bare Root Plants:  Dig a hole about 12” across and 18” deep. Add peat moss and 3 cups of Rose-tone® to the soil that you have removed from the hole; mix thoroughly. Use this mixture to partially refill hole. Make a cone of soil to place the plant on. Spread roots evenly. Planting depth should be such that the graft knuckle is just below ground level.  Add 4 – 5 inches of soil and firm around roots. Fill the hole to within 2 to 3 inches of top with soil, then fill with water and let it soak in. Finish filling with soil.

• Potted Plants:  Some pre-packaged roses should be planted in their original container. Follow instructions on the individual container to determine if the plant should be removed from, or planted with the container.  Follow directions for “Bare Root Plants” for general planting procedures and the size of the hole. Then, instead of making a cone to place the roots on, fill the hole with enough soil so that when the container is in place the top of the container is level with the ground. Place the plant in the hole and refill as outlined above

For established plantings:

Feed monthly from beginning of season to middle of September. Keep plants mulched and watered.

• Individual Plants:  Apply approximately 1-1/4 cup of Rose-tone® around each plant and work into the top inch of soil.

• Rose Beds:  Spread 6 lbs. of Rose-tone® per 100 square feet of bed area and work into the top inch of soil.