Beautiful blooming roses are not only a gardener’s pride—they’re also a feast for the eyes. Often hailed as the garden’s queens, their fragrance, vibrant colors, and elegant forms captivate the senses. Yet even the most cherished roses may start to falter or bloom sparsely in midsummer.
It’s common to reach for fertilizers when yellowing leaves and sparse buds appear. However, a simple, natural homemade fertilizer—requiring only two kitchen ingredients and water—can work wonders. Despite its simplicity, this mix yields nearly miraculous results. Roses treated with it burst into bloom after bloom, soon looking as lush as those planted in a professional flowerbed.
What you need to know for summer rose care in July
During the warm months, roses become especially vulnerable—not only to heat, but also to lack of moisture and nutrients. Regular watering is essential. Early morning watering is best, before the sun heats the leaves, which helps reduce evaporation and lowers the risk of fungal diseases.
Deep watering every few days is ideal, depending on soil type and weather conditions, helping roots reach deeper moisture. Mulching—with compost, bark, or even straw—can conserve soil moisture, slow soil heating, and support healthy root development.
Deadheading—removing faded blooms—is another important task. Cut the stem just above a healthy five-leaf node to encourage new flowering shoots. It’s also vital to monitor for pests—aphids and mildew are common threats in midsummer, and prompt prevention keeps plants healthy.
Two simple kitchen ingredients—your natural booster for roses
This might sound unexpected, but a fertilizer made from carrots and garlic is among the most effective treatments you can offer your roses. Carrots provide vitamins A, B, C, and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium, which help support strong flower stems and promote blooming. Garlic, on the other hand, is a potent natural defender against pests.
Garlic contains phosphorus, potassium, and antifungal compounds that repel aphids—frequent attackers of rosebuds—and enhance plant immunity while inhibiting harmful fungal growth on leaves and stems.
This mixture is not only nourishing—it also protects, acting like a natural shield. And the best part? The ingredients are likely already in your kitchen.
How to prepare your homemade carrot‑garlic fertilizer
Take one medium carrot (or two small ones) and four garlic cloves, finely chop or blend them, and place into a blender or food processor. Pour in about two liters of water and blend thoroughly.
Strain the mixture through a sieve to remove larger solids. Use this solution to water each rose bush with one to two liters. Apply every three to four weeks throughout the growing season. If plants look weak or suffer during drought, you can apply more frequently.
Within just a few days, your roses will show visible signs of recovery. Leaves will appear deeper green, buds will burst open, and flowers will bloom in rapid succession. Many gardeners who try this simple recipe report better results than with expensive store-bought fertilizers.
Mid-summer is an ideal time to breathe new life into both yourself and your plants. With proper care and natural nourishment, your roses will reward you tenfold—and this all-natural remedy is safe for both the environment and your wallet.
