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Grafting English roses to achieve multiple colors involves combining different rose varieties through grafting techniques. Here’s a general guide on how to do this at home:
1. **Choose Varieties**: Select compatible rose varieties. You'll need a rootstock and scion varieties (the top part of the plant you want to graft onto the rootstock) with the colors you want.
2. **Prepare Tools and Materials**:
- Sharp knife or grafting tool
- Grafting tape or rubber bands
- Grafting sealant (optional)
- Clean, sharp scissors
- Alcohol for sterilizing tools
3. **Prepare the Rootstock**:
- Choose a healthy rootstock rose bush. Cut it back to about 6-8 inches tall to expose the grafting area.
4. **Prepare the Scions**:
- Select healthy, disease-free scion wood from the rose varieties you want. The scions should be about 4-6 inches long with several buds.
5. **Make the Grafting Cuts**:
- For a standard cleft graft:
- Make a vertical cut in the rootstock about 2-3 inches long.
- Make a matching cut on the bottom of the scion wood.
- For a whip-and-tongue graft:
- Make a sloping cut on both the rootstock and the scion. Interlock the cuts so they fit together snugly.
6. **Join the Scion and Rootstock**:
- Insert the scion into the rootstock cut, ensuring that the cambium layers (the green layer just under the bark) of both parts are aligned.
- Secure the graft with grafting tape or rubber bands to hold it in place.
7. **Seal the Graft**:
- Apply grafting sealant over the graft area if needed to prevent moisture loss and infection.
8. **Care for the Graft**:
- Water the plant regularly but avoid waterlogging.
- Provide a supportive environment, such as shade if necessary, to reduce stress on the graft.
- Monitor for any signs of graft failure or disease.
9. **Wait for Growth**:
- It may take several weeks to months for the graft to take and for new growth to appear.
By following these steps, you can create a rose bush with multiple colors. Keep in mind that successful grafting can be challenging and might require some practice.