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Watch more How to Grow Flowers videos: http://www.howcast.com/videos/308152-How-to-Grow-Container-Roses Growing roses in containers means you can easily transport them from place to place, and they add beauty and fragrance to any home or garden. Step 1: Choose container Choose a plastic or clay container with good drainage and adequate room for root growth. Tip Choose a 16-inch or larger container to reduce watering and heat build-up problems. Step 2: Fill with soil Fill the container two-thirds full with artificial soil. Step 3: Plant the rose Place the rose over the artificial soil and fill the area around it with more soil. The bud onion should be level with the soil line. Step 4: Water the rose Water the rose until water comes out of the bottom of the pot. Water every day or every other day, keeping the soil damp. Tip Spot-check for dryness by inserting a finger an inch into the soil. If the soil is dry, you need to water your rose. Step 5: Feed the plant Feed your rose with fish emulsion fertilizer or Epsom salt once a week to produce substantial blossoms. Step 6: Keep in sunlight Place your rose container where it will get a minimum of 7 hours sunlight a day. Step 7: Show off to friends Show off your beautiful container roses to neighbors, friends, and family. Did You Know? According to fossil evidence, the rose is 35 million years old.