How to Keep Miniature Roses Alive

Care

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  Plant the miniature roses in 6-inch pots. Use a peat-based potting soil containing perlite and vermiculite.

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  Set the pots in a tray of water and pebbles. Keep the miniature roses in a sunny location. Put them in direct sunlight for five hours daily.

• 3

  Pour water on the miniature roses when the soil is dry to the touch.

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  Fertilize the miniature roses every two weeks with a water-soluble fertilizer.

• 5

  Cut off faded, wilted flowers with pruners to encourage fresh growth.

Pest Control and Treatment

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  Bathe miniature roses under running water once a week to prevent pests.

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  Examine the miniature roses for symptoms of spider mites such as lightening in the lower foliage and discolored leaves. Shake the leaves above a piece of white paper. Check the paper for small dots.

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  Mix 1 tablespoon soap and 1 quart water in a spray bottle. Spray the soapy solution on the miniature roses three to four times a week to control spider mites. Rinse the miniature roses with warm water.

• 9

  Spray whiteflies, which are white-colored insects, with a lightweight horticultural oil once a week.

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  Spray aphids, which are green insects, with water.