Roses Fail in Chronically Damp Soil—Use Raised Beds

Roses tolerate varied soils if they drain well. Constantly damp/wet soil suffocates feeder roots—the #1 rose killer. Compost doesn't fix poor drainage.

Solution: Build raised beds or use bottomless containers (18" deep) set on the soil surface. Fill with well-draining mix. Roots stay above the wet zone. Disease-resistant varieties won't overcome waterlogged roots.