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Spring Rose Care: When to Remove Winter Protection and Boost Growth Naturally

Unusually warm springs risk frost damage if protection is removed too early. In zone 4, remove half the mulch/soil now, then the rest in a couple of weeks per your normal schedule.

Natural Growth Boosters

Banana peels: Blend with water for potassium; whole peels break down too slowly.
Fish fertilizer: 1 tsp liquid fish fertilizer in 2 quarts water as foliar spray or soil drench. Roses love it for unknown reasons.

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