Transplanting Roses from Shade to Sun in Late Season: A Zone 8 Guide

Roses getting only 3 hours of sun will not thrive. Move them now despite the season.

Water well the night before.
Prepare new holes.
Cut back by one-third.
Replant late in the day.
Water daily for 6+ weeks (feeder roots damaged).
No fertilizer until strong new growth; use foliar spray for immediate nutrient uptake.

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