I am in Southeast Ohio and have a virgin Mary mound in front of a small pond. For over 12 years, I had Yellow rosebush on each side of the Virgin Mary. A few years ago the rose bush on the right suddenly died. Since then I have Planted a very small rose ($10-15) in the same spot TWICE. Both times, the rose bush died within a week. The second time I even put A lot of new soil in the area and Buried some rusty metal (iron) But the second plant even died Within a week. The rose on the left side of the virgin Mary Seems fine since I planted it
There over a year ago (even though it's only bloomed one time this summer).I recently purchased a new rosebush, much bigger this time ($25), and it's been doing well in the planter I bought it in three weeks ago; however, I really need to get it Planet and the location I desire.. I am fearful of putting it in the location desired because it will probably die again. Really need suggestions! Please please help!