Plant a Star® May Magazine 2016

planting guide

get your garden started with our helpful how-to's

spotlight : white drift ®

the newest member of the drift® groundcover roses series

frequently asked questions

answers to all your gardening questions

PLANT A STAR from the introducers of The Knock Out® Family of Roses issue

№3. may 2016

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STAR® ROSES

a n d PLANTS cultivating creativity since 1897

Star® Roses and Plants has been breeding, introducing and growing plants since 1897. A leader in roses, Star® Roses and Plants brought the breakthrough Knock Out® Family of Roses to market which revolutionized the way people think about roses and gardening. Star® Roses and Plants offers an extensive ®

line of perennials, shrubs and roses. Rigorously trailed throughout the country, all plants are put to the test ensuring only the most superior varieties are brought to market.

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K N O C K OU T®

DRIFT®

P E RE NNIAL S

SHRUBS

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CONTENTS

4. star® roses and plants guide to planting the

8. spotlight: white drift®

10. spotlight: rock candy® penstemon collection

11. spotlight: moody blues® veronica collection

14. spotlight: sapphire indigo™ clematis

16. frequently asked gardening questions

the

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pl ants guide

to:

PLANTING

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how to plant: CONTAINER ROSES

1. pick

a

location

2. dig

a

hole

3. plant

Your rose bush will need at least 6 hours

Dig a hole that is about twice as wide and

Remove the rose from its container. Use

of sun each day, so choose a sunny spot.

as deep as the container. Work the soil at

your hands to gently loosen the roots at

the bottom of the hole with your shovel

the bottom of the plant. Place plant in the

so that it is loose and aerated.

hole ensuring that the base of the plant is level with the soil.

4. fill in

5. water

6. check in

Add soil back to the hole around the

Water your rose thoroughly around the

For the next couple of weeks, check in

plant. Break up the soil so that its nice

base of the plant allowing it to soak in

and water plant as needed to ensure it

and aerated. At this point you can add in

and repeat as necessary.

stays healthy. Mulch around plant to help retain moisture and reduce weeds.

any soil amendments if you wish, such as manure, peat moss, etc.

wat c h t h e t u t o r i a l

Want to Learn More?

Check our website where we have a host of information about a variety of our products including tutorials on how to use them. Are you a visual learner? Then peruse our collection of helpful online how-to videos, such as how-to plant a container rose, and more.

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how to plant: BAREROOT ROSES

1. use

the

2. pick

right tools

a

location

3. inspect

the

plant

To successfully plant a bareroot rose,

Your rose bush will need at least 6 hours

Sometimes damage can occur to the

be prepared with the proper tools

of sun each day, so choose a sunny spot.

plant during transportation. Trim off any

such as a shovel, pruning shears and a

damaged pieces before planting. It is

wheelbarrow.

also helpful to trim the ends of each root, which will encourage root growth.

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Fertilizing Facts The Knock Out® Family of Roses and the Drift® Groundcover Roses will perform beautifully even without fertilizing. If you choose to give them an additional boost, it is very

4. dig

a

important not to fertilize a Knock

hole

Dig a hole big enough for the plant to sit in. Then create an inverted cone of soil inside the hole, which will help the roots spread over the soil and ultimately anchor them at the right level. The graft union should be at soil level. Since this is the most tender part of the rose, in colder climates, consider covering more of the union to protect the plant from harsh weather.

Out® Rose or a Drift® Groundcover Rose that was planted from a container until after the roses are established and go through one bloom cycle. Use a balanced fertilizer or fertilizer formulated for roses from your local garden center and apply after the first of flowering (be sure to follow the specified rates and method of

application

provided

on

the

product label). Make sure the soil is moist before you fertilize the to avoid burning the roots. Do not fertilize late in the summer as this is the time

5. fill in

6. water

Once the plant is positioned properly

Water the rose thoroughly around the

in the hole, add soil back to the hole

base of the plant allowing the water to

around the plant. Make sure to firm

soak in. This will help to settle the soil

the ground around the plant.

and removes unwanted air pockets.

the rose should be preparing itself for dormancy and you do not want to create additional unnecessary new growth that will likely die back from the first hard frost.

Watering 101 Water your new plants once a week if it hasn’t already rained. Each plant should receive about one gallon of water weekly. More established plants need less attention but should be watered

7. mound soil around the canes

8. check in

Gently mound soil up around the canes

and water plant as needed to ensure it

of the plant. This will help the new plant

stays healthy. Mulch around plant to

from drying out as well as protect it until

help retain moisture and reduce weeds.

For the next couple of weeks, check in

growth happens.

every 7-10 days in dry spells. Water at the base of the plant and not up at the leaves, to prevent fungus growth. While both the Knock Out® Family of Roses and the Drift® Groundcover Roses are disease resistant, it is still good practice and promotes healthy growth for your roses if you avoid the leaves.

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W HITE DRIFT ROSE Rosa‘Meizorland’

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PP#15960 CPBRAF

spotlight

description:

pl ant t ype:

Shrub rose

flowers:

Small / 30-35 petals

f o l i a g e :

Dark green

grow th habit:

Groundcover

h a r d i n e s s z o n e :

5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

light requirements:

Full Sun

height:

1 1/2'

spread:

2 1/2'

flower color:

White

The White Drift® Rose is the newest addition to the Drift® series.

It has bright white, fully double blooms perfectly shaped like a miniature rose flower. It has a true ground cover habit, with the superior disease resistance you would expect from a Drift® Groundcover Rose.

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spotlight

ROCK CANDY ® PENSTEMON description: The Rock Candy® series is made of compact Penstemon varieties with bold colors. They re-bloom well from a trim. Staying below 12” in height, they fit in well along borders and walkways or in containers.

They are sure to make a statement when in full bloom in early summer

pl ant t ype:

Perennial

flowers:

Plump panicles of blooms stand out against green foliage

f o l i a g e :

Green

grow th habit:

Compact

h a r d i n e s s z o n e :

6, 7, 8, 9

light requirements:

Full Sun

height:

12”

spread:

12”

and have been gaining popularity since their 2014 introduction.

flower colors: Light Pink, Pink, Ruby, Blue, Purple

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spotlight

MOODY BLUES ™ V ERONICA description: The Moody Blues™ Veronica series works for everyone! Their compact, tidy habit and reblooming qualities make them an excellent plant for any garden or mixed container.

flower colors: White, Sky Blue, Pink, Mauve, Light Blue, Dark Blue

pl ant t ype:

Perennial

flowers:

Long spikes in varying colors

f o l i a g e :

Green

grow th habit:

Bushy

h a r d i n e s s z o n e :

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

light requirements:

Full Sun

height:

12-14"

spread:

12-14"

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SAPPHIRE INDIGO CLEMATIS

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™

spotlight

description: Stays true to its name with long lasting dark purple blooms that fade to deep blue. It is best used as a weed smothering groundcover

pl ant t ype:

Shrub

flowers:

Purple, flowers continuously from June through September

with no support when allowed to sprawl through your garden.

Blooms from June through September

f o l i a g e :

Green

grow th habit:

Rounded

h a r d i n e s s z o n e :

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

light requirements:

Full Sun

height:

3'

spread:

3'

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frequently asked questions:

GARDENING

h ow c lo s e to g e t h e r c a n i p l a n t m y

Q:

i s i t o k ay to p l a n t k n o c k o u t ® ro s e s i n

A: All of the Knock Out® Roses should be planted on 3’ centers.

A:

Yes, it is fine to plant Knock Out ® roses in a planter or pot but

This allows room for them to grow and have good air circulation.

you’ll need to water more often than if planted in the ground. When

Q:

k n o c k o u t ® ro s e s ?

a p l a n t e r o r p ot ?

choosing a planter or pot, select one that is 2 sizes larger than the

Q:

i d i d n ot k n ow to p ru n e m y k n o c k

A:

If they were just recently planted and have already begun to

o u t ® ro s e s i n e a r ly s p r i n g . i s i t to o l at e ?

bloom, we would advise you not to cut them back this season.

size container the plant is currently in to give it room to grow. Also, be sure to place the planter or pot in a sunny location and keep it well watered. Depending on where you live, you’ll probably need to bring the plant(s) inside over the winter.

If they have been in the ground for a few years and are well established, it’s okay to trim them, but don’t take off more than 1/3 of the growth. Save the hard 2/3 trim until late winter/early spring.

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Q: c a n i t r a n s p l a n t m y ro s e s ?

A: Yes, it is okay to transplant your roses, however, the best time

to transplant is late winter or early spring while the plant is still

Q:

dormant and before new growth begins to push out. Click here for

yo u d e a d h e a d t h e m o r i s i t b e t t e r to

more detailed instructions.

Q:

ro s e s ?

A:

l e av e t h e m a lo n e ?

A:

where can i buy knock out® and drift®

You can find Knock Out ® and Drift ® Roses, as well as our other

roses, perennials, and shrubs at your favorite local garden center or big box store. If they don’t have what you are looking for, they may be able to special order it for you or you can try some online mail order companies.

Also, remember that near the foundation is usually a very dry location as

Knock Out ® Roses will re-bloom every 5-6 weeks on their

own. In most climates, you can expect blooms every 5-6 weeks from spring to frost.

Deadheading removes the old faded

blooms and offers a tidier look but Knock Out® roses are selfcleaning so it is not needed.

Q:

w h at zo n e s c a n k n o c k o u t ® ro s e s b e

planted in?

A:

Q: can i plant my roses next to the foundation of my house?

A: Yes but it’s best to keep them at least 2 to 3 feet away from the house.

d o k n o c k o u t ® ro s e s g row fa s t e r w h e n

The Knock Out ® Family of Roses are winter hardy to zone 5 and

heat tolerant throughout the US. Find out what zone you are in.

Q: How much sun do Knock Out® Roses need?

A: They need at least 6 full hours of sun every day.

well as a hot one, so water more heavily and more frequently.

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