Most Roses are planted in the Spring. Roses can be planted in the fall for early Spring growth. Where Winters are severe, do plant in Spring. As soon as the ground can be worked in the Spring, turn the soil to the depth of the spade. Make sure to work the soil at least a month before planting.
Roses are fairly adaptable to any kind of soil, but do prefer fairly neutral soil.
Clean away the aphids. Attract the lady bugs. They are the Roses friend. Lady bugs eat the aphids. The rules vary slightly depending on the type of Rose, but certain things apply to all Roses.