Choose rose varieties that are disease-resistant and suited to your particular climate. Ask local gardeners and rosarians for suggestions. Contact local rose societies, nurseries, and master gardeners for lists of roses they recommend for your area. Before you plant, spend some time finding the best spot in the garden for your roses. Where to plant Roses need full sun, which means six hours of direct sunlight per day.
Roses require good drainage.
In the spot you ve chosen for planting, dig a hole the size of a gallon jug and fill it with water. Give your roses plenty of room to grow so that they won t be crowded. Get an idea of the mature size of the rose when you buy it. Consider planting roses in mixed beds rather than traditional rose beds. This diversity of plants will attract beneficial insects and cut down on the spread of rose pests and diseases.