8.7K views · 420 reactions | If you have fed your roses, it's now time to mulch them. This helps to retain moisture, suppress weeds, reinvigorate soil structure and increase soil fertility, as well as creating a polished finish to your borders. To mulch, simply spread a layer of either well rotted manure, garden compost or composted straw or bark around the base of your roses. We recommend Carr’s special organic soil improver, available on our website. | David Austin Roses | Facebook

How to Mulch your Roses Whilst mulching might not sound like the nicest task it is simply applying garden compost around the base of your rose providing a fresh layer of protection and nutrients. It is best done after feeding, think of it as spring cleaning your rose Here is Head Gardener Steve to show you how to mulch your roses. | David Austin Roses

Mulching, what is it? Mulching is simply applying a layer of well rotted manure, composted bark/straw or good quality garden compost around the base of your roses. There’s lots of benefits to mulching! It helps retain moisture, suppresses weeds and replenishes nutrients and soil structure, all contributing to happier roses. #rosecare #davidaustinroses #mulching #gardenroses #englishroses | David Austin Roses