"Jaclyn Smith astonishes with a captivating 'rose-covered wall' in her backyard, utilizing ascending flowers; here's how to replicate the look"
In a recent Instagram video, actor Jaclyn Smith demonstrated a method for planting climbing roses that promises to elevate and transform backyards. Here's a breakdown of the key steps for successful climbing rose care, as recommended by Smith and master gardener Thom Rutter.
To begin, find a sunny location with well-drained soil. Climbing roses thrive in spots that receive about 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily. Plant the rose in a hole twice as wide but no deeper than the root ball, and water immediately to help establish roots. A 3-inch layer of mulch can be applied to control weeds.
When planting, it's crucial to water well. Whether you're planting in the ground or in containers, this step ensures the plant establishes good roots.
Regular feeding and deadheading are essential for continual flowering. Use a liquid rose fertilizer once in spring and once in summer, and remove spent blooms to encourage new growth.
After the first season, prune lightly. Remove any unhealthy or wayward stems and tie long canes horizontally to supports to encourage flowering shoots.
Climbing roses can be trained over garden archways or pergolas, making them a game-changer in the yard. David Austin roses, as shown in Smith's video, create a wall-like appearance when fully grown.
Two of Thom Rutter's favourite rose varieties are "The Generous Gardener" and "Gertrude Jekyll," classic English climbing roses with a pleasing pink colour and floral scent. Jaclyn Smith's climbing roses, on the other hand, produce a beautiful pink colour and have a strong scent, described as romantic by Rutter.
One popular variety, Rosa 'Paint the Town,' produces deep red blooms that rebloom for months.
Taking care of climbing roses requires attention to watering and frequent pruning. The liquid plant food recommended is expert-approved for use with various plants, including seedlings, flowers, vegetables, trees, and others.
Recreating Jaclyn Smith's rose care and growing is considered simple with the right tools. A digging spade with a strong forged carbon steel head and socket, and a weatherproofed hardwood shaft, is suggested for planting perennials.
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Embracing a lifestyle that prioritizes the beauty of nature, consider incorporating home-and-garden activities like gardening, particularly the planting of climbing roses. These floral additions can create a captivating home-and-garden ambiance, transforming your backyard into a breathtaking oasis.
