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I have a Don Jaun climbing rose bush. It is climbing like crazy and the leaves are very healthy. This is the first season that I have had it and there have been no blooms or buds. I feed it miracle grow about twice a month or maybe less. What could be causing this?
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#1 of 5 posted
23 AUG 03 by
Clara
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Rule of Thumb about Climbers is that they take about three years to establish themselves in the garden before they start putting on their best show of blooms. The plant needs to get to the size it wants to be before it puts its energy into producing flowers. It sounds like you're doing the right things. Don't cut it back thinking that that will produce flowers -- it will only put its energy back into growing tall. Give it some time. Be patient.
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#3 of 5 posted
19 JUL 05 by
Jennifer
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Thank you for your help!!
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#2 of 5 posted
18 JUL 05 by
Mel
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You may consider cutting back on the amount of fertilizer as well, as I have read that the nitrogen will further encourage new growth leaving no energy left for flowers.
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#4 of 5 posted
19 JUL 05 by
Jennifer
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#5 of 5 posted
5 FEB 06 by
Lenage
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Hi Jennifer! ... Just thought I,d add that your fertilizer might be the wrong NPK as well. ( nitrogen/phosphorus/potassium.) For blooms, after the plant,s established, try maybe using a fertilizer that,s going with a 1:2 :1 ratio. The slightly higher phosphorus percentage should encourage more blooming to occur. back off (just a little ) on how much you feed the rose too. I,d suggest balancing the use of chemical fertilizers with also a healthy mulch of compost or rotted manure for it to draw on as well. This will provide a good tith for the soil,drainage,and better nutrient balance. Good Luck! L.
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