The Proper Time to Transplant Rose Bushes

Bare-root Plants

• Bare-root plants have a center stalk and a network of roots. Transplant this type of rose bush into your garden in the early spring based on recommendations from the North Dakota State University Cooperative Extension.

Potted Roses

• Nurseries sell potted rose bushes fully leafed out and ready for the garden. These plants have been sheltered in a greenhouse and, as a result, require planting after any danger of frost in the spring.

Transplanting Existing Plants

• Moving rose bushes around the landscape requires careful selection of a new site. Choose a sunny, well-drained location. Plan transplanting for late spring after the final frost to allow plenty of time for the rose bush to acclimate to the new location before winter.