What type of soil do you recommend for tree roses?

Question

What type of soil do you recommend for growing tree roses?

I am growing them, but the bottom of the rosebud isn't staying green that long. I would like the stem/leaves of the rosebud to stay green for a long period of time. What kind of soil do you know I should use? and what is the brand name? I'm from Southern California, so any store would be fine, like home depot, lowes, etc.

Thank you

Answer 1

Home Depot has garden soil for flowers and vegetables made by Miracle Gro. It costs about $5 for a 1 cubic foot bag. The great thing about this soil is that it absorbs water and keeps roses from drying out (you need to water roses a lot in the summer months). Plus, Miracle Gro soil releases nutrients when watering. My wife's roses are always blooming great; she also adds Miracle Gro's Rose formula (it comes in pellets that you mix with water) each month to the soil.