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Winterizing Potted Roses in the Pacific Northwest

Vancouver, WA rarely freezes hard. For potted roses, group containers in a sheltered spot and cover with bark mulch, soil, or leaves up to the pot rim.

In-Ground Roses

No protection needed unless growing tender tea roses. Potted roses need root insulation since roots are above ground.

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