You have the worst odds for a good result with any variety by moving roses during hot summer weather. So tell me, do you feel lucky? ;-)

I personally would not move them right now in summer either. But, keep them hydrated good with water and try not to harm the root system if you do decide that you feel lucky...LOL
Best of luck!

When would be best? Fall or early spring?

And no, I don't feel lucky just hopeful i guess:-)

faye

The best time to move roses is when they are dormant, basically the winter months in your location. The root structure of most roses makes it hard to get a good root ball, so most of the feeder roots will be lost or disconnected.

However, I am planning to move a rose tomorrow if the soil isn't too wet, because I need the space now. I will remove the soft growth and maybe half the leaves (starting from the top) in order to reduce moisture loss. I will use a lawn chair to provide temporary partial shade, soak the site deeply, and water lightly every sunny day for a while.

I will try the two-shovel trick Paul Zimmerman suggests in the Ashdown Roses youtube video about moving roses during the growing season.

I successfully moved a rose around June 1. Of course, it is cooler here than in Alabama.

That was a good video michealg! Thanks for sharing!

Here's the link to the video fnboyd. If your interested.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_2E_p9yw14