1 NOVEMBER 1957, Page 25

ROSE PLANTING November is the hest month for planting or

moving a rose, the ground rarely being dangerously frosted and not often waterlogged. Clay soil may be thought to be the best grotind for a rose bed, but medium loam. rich in organic matter, is enough. Sandy soil is to be avoided as this will let the roots dry in hot weather, while a slow-draining soil is liable to seal the tree off from essential food.