Rosa Claire Austin - English Climbing Rose

Plant your English Rose Claire Austin in a sunny or lightly shaded location. English roses are tolerant but they won't like excessive limestone. They will adapt to any garden as long as the soil is well-worked and rich enough. To plant your rose, prepare the soil by breaking it up and adding an amendment, such as bonemeal, at the bottom of the planting hole. Water thoroughly after planting to remove any air pockets. Water regularly for a few weeks to encourage root formation. Pruning English roses is essential for flowering. At the end of winter, shorten the branches to 3-5 buds above ground level (at the lowest point), choosing an outward-facing bud for a more elegant habit. Take advantage of this pruning to remove dead wood and unsightly branches. Prune at a slight angle above a bud. As the flowers bloom, remove faded flowers, as this stimulates the development of other buds.