Some species and climbing roses will live 50 years or more. Many are highly valued for their fragrance. Landscape uses are quite varied because of the many different types of roses. Pest and disease controls are covered in HGIC fact sheets 2106, Rose Diseases , and 2107, Rose Insects . Give roses at least six to eight hours of direct sun a day.
Morning sun is especially important because it dries the leaves, which helps prevent disease.
The area should have good air circulation. The site should be located away from fruit trees to reduce shared insect and disease problems. Avoid competition from roots of other plants. A raised bed can provide roses with ideal soil conditions. You can plant bare root roses in late fall, late winter or early spring in South Carolina.