Question
I have a rose of sharon bush that was just about dead.  I put it in a vase of water with some plant food.  It now has about 2 inch roots on it and is still green and alive.  My question is, how do I plant it now?  Do I put it in the ground or should I put it in a pot until it starts to grow?  Please Help!  Thanks Judy

Answer
Judy, I would first transplant it into a 12" container filled with a fertile potting mix. Allow it to mature for 4-6 weeks before planting it outdoors.

The best time to transplant outdoors is fall, a few weeks before your first expected frost. This gives the plant the entire winter to establish its root system before blooming next spring.

Good luck, and please write again if I can ever be of assistance.

Regards,

Mike