Preparing the Site First, prepare the planting site by removing all other vegetation either mechanically or chemically. A little extra work now will save you a lot of weeding time later. Second, incorporate lots of organic matter. No matter what type of soil you have, you can improve it with organic matter. Compost is one of the best sources of organic matter and it is readily available either in bags from your local garden center, or from your neighborhood leaf-composting center.
Roses are heavy feeders, so be generous with compost.
Planting Your Rose Dig the hole . The hole you dig for your rose plant should be at least 1 feet deep by 2 feet wide. Blend the soil . Blend this mix well. Place a shovel full or two of the amended soil into the hole and level it out.