Integrated Weed Management in Damask Rose (Rosa Damascena) Nursery

Author:
Rakesh Kumar;
Rakesh Deosharan Singh
Author Email:
rakeshkumar@ihbt.res.in
Source:
Indian Journal of Agronomy ;
Vol 58
No 3,
Sep
2013
; PP: 416

Keywords:
Damask Rose;
Economics;
Nursery;
Weed Control.
Abstract:
A field study was conducted at the experimental farm of CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology,
Palampur during 2008 and 2009 to assess the effect of different weed control methods viz., chemical, physical
and cultural on weed management and growth rate of damask rose (Rosa damascena Mill.) nursery. Atrazine
@ 1.0 and 2.0 kg/ha and metribuzin @ 0.75 and 1.50 kg/ha were applied as pre emergence in combination
with one hand weeding at 4 months after planting. Both the herbicides were effective in reducing the weed
population and biomass. Black polythene mulch was quite effective in controlling weeds, improving
establishment and growth of nursery plants. Higher weed control efficiency (97.6%) next to weed free treatment
was recorded in black polythene mulch as compared to other treatments. Use of black polythene mulch
provided higher value of increased yield (19.2 105/ha) while net income was higher due to application of
atrazine @1.0 kg/ha+ 1 H.W. (22.1 105/ha

Macartney Rose (Rosa Bracteata) Response to Herbicide and Mowing Treatments

Author:
Stephen F Enloe;
William N Kline;
Jatinder S Aulakh;
Rachel K Bethke;
Jonathan B Gladney;
Dwight K Lauer
Source:
Invasive Plant Science and Management ;

Vol 6
No 2,
Jun
2013
; PP: 260-267

Keywords:
Invasive Roses;
Mechanical Control;
Pasture Weed Control
Abstract:
Macartney rose is an aggressive thorny shrub that displaces forage species and hinders cattle grazing in
rangelands and pastures of the southern United States. Historically, Macartney rose has proven to be
extremely difficult to control even with high rates of soil residual herbicides such as picloram. Recent advances
in herbicide chemistry warrant testing on this troublesome species. We compared mowing and late summer
broadcast applications of thirteen herbicide treatments that included combinations of aminopyralid, fluroxypyr,
metsulfuron, picloram, triclopyr, and 2,4-D. Treatments were applied to the same rose clumps for 2 consecutive
yr. An additional mowing was done to one half of the rose clumps in each treatment 6 mo after the second
herbicide treatment. At 11 mo after initial treatment (MAIT), mowing and all herbicide treatments performed very
poorly and provided 35% control or less. At 12 mo after retreatment (24 MAIT), picloram + 2,4-D and
aminopyralid + metsulfuron, both followed by mowing, were the most effective treatments, providing 72 to 91%
control. All other treatments provided less than 70% control. However, complete clump mortality was very low
across all treatments, ranging from 3 to 32%. These results indicate that Macartney rose suppression is
possible with certain new herbicides, but complete clump kill is still lacking

Effect of Management Practices on Weed Dynamics, Leaf Nutrient Status and Flower Yield in Rose
Author:
A K Singh
Author Email:
anilksingh_hort@rediffmail.com
Affiliation:
Department of Horticulture, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar 263 145,
Uttaranchal
Source:
Indian Journal of Horticulture ;
Vol 62
No 4,
Dec
2005

Keywords:
Weed Control;
Mulching;
Herbicides;
Rose
Abstract:
An experiment comprising different weed control treatments was conducted on rose. Rice straw mulch was
found more beneficial in reducing of all kinds of weeds. Maximum uptake of nitrogen and phosphorus was
recorded with weed free and monthly hand weeding (conventional), respectively and on par with rice straw
mulch. Weed free and monthly hand weeding strikingly increased the number of secondary shoots/plant and
plant height respectively, which were at par with rice straw mulch. Yield of flowers was enhanced due to weedfree treatment followed by monthly hand weeding and rice straw mulch, however it was at par with rice straw
mulch, which is eco-friendly and non-hazardous in nature. It was also interesting to note that all the
concentrations of various herbicides namely, atrazine, pendimethalin and metribuzin exhibited lower flower
yield than rice straw mulch.

Effect of Different Mulching Materials in Rose (Rosa Spp L.) Cv. Laher
Author:
Santosh Kumar;
Binayak Chakraborty;
Narayan Singh
Affiliation:
Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and
Technology, Pantnagar-263145, district
Source:
Journal of Ornamental Horticulture ;
Vol 13
No 2,
Jun
2010
Keywords:
Mulch;
Polythene;
Paddy Straw;
Rose
Abstract:
An experiment was carried out to investigate the effect of different types of mulching materials on vegetative
and floral parameters of rose cv. Laher. The effectiveness of two different coloured (black and white/clear)
plastic mulch of different thickness (50, 100 and 200 m) and rice straw mulch were compared in this study. The
results of the experiment revealed that mulch with 200 m black polythene produced tallest plant with maximum
spread and number of branch plant-1. However, there were no significant differences obtained with the use of
200 m black polythene mulch and 100 m black polythene mulch for these parameters. Different mulch

treatments failed to influence any significant change in number of thorn m -2 of branch. Flowering parameters
like number of flowers plant-1, flower diameter, duration of flowering and length of flowering stalk were recorded
highest under 100 m black polythene mulch treatment. Flowers, which were collected from the plots covered
with 100 m black polythene mulch, recorded maximum vase life with highest water uptake. Significant
infestation of weeds was occurred underneath the white polythene irrespective of different thickness. This study
indicates that the vegetative and floral characteristics of rose can be improved with the use of 100 m black
polythene mulch.

Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora)

Multiflora rose is a large, dense shrub that has escaped from ornamental and conservation plantings
to become a serious invasive plant problem across the eastern half of the U.S. It invades natural
areas, pastures, and light gaps in forests. Multiflora rose produces abundant small white flowers in
the spring. Birds and mammals consume the red fruits, called hips, and may disperse them long
distances. The majority of plants develop from seeds in the soil, which may remain viable for 10 to
20 years. It may also spread vegetatively when tips of arching branches touch the ground and
develop roots (called layering), and from plants that emerge from shallow roots. Plants grow slowly
for the first one or two years followed by rapid expansion through layering and root sprouts.
Multiflora rose spreads quickly and may grow 1 to 2 feet per week to form impenetrable thickets of
thorny stems.

Management Options:
A. Grubbing
B. Cutting
C. Mowing
D. Herbicides

References
A. Grubbing:
Pulling, grubbing, or removing individual plants is effective when plants are small. Use a digging tool
to remove the entire plant. Special care should be taken to ensure that all roots are removed to
prevent their re-sprouting. If plants develop from severed roots these should be removed as
well.
B. Cutting:
This method is also appropriate for small initial populations and for environmentally sensitive areas
where herbicides cannot be used. Repeated cutting will control the spread of multiflora rose, but will
not eradicate it. Stems should be cut at least once per growing season as close to ground level as
possible. Hand cutting of established clumps is difficult and time consuming due to the long arching
stems and prolific thorns.
C. Mowing:
For disturbed areas containing large populations of multiflora rose, mowing of large bushes can
provide partial control, by restricting top growth and spread. Research indicates that mowing three to
six times a year can be effective. The objective of a mowing program is to clear the existing
vegetation and reduce the reproductive capability of the below ground portions of the shrubs. As
such, this is only a practical option in infested areas such as pastures where mowing equipment can
operate. Mowing can also be somewhat effective in protecting a field or pasture from encroaching
infestations on adjoining properties. Repeatedly mowing the perimeter of a site to block this type of
expansion can be somewhat effective in preventing the spread of multiflora rose. In many cases
where this weed is present, mechanical methods will not be an option, and chemical control options
should be considered.
D. Herbicides:
Multiflora rose is susceptible to both glyphosate and triclopyr. Triclopyr can be applied starting in
spring before or during flowering. Glyphosate is most effective when applied after flowering (early
summer) until early fall. Cut-stump treatments with both herbicides also provide control, but cutting
stumps in established thickets is very difficult because of the numerous thorny branches.
ROUNDUP [glyphosate (41%)]:
Foliar spray: 1.5 fl. oz./gal
Cut-stump treatment: Diluted with equal part water (1:1)
BRUSH-B-GON [triclopyr (8%)]:

Foliar spray: 4 fl. oz./gal

Cut-stump treatment:
Undiluted

References
Ahrens, J. F. 1979. Chemical control of multiflora rose. Proceedings, Northeastern Weed Sci. Soc.
33:213-217.
Kay, S. H., W. M. Lewis, and K. A. Langeland. 1995. Integrated management of multiflora rose in
North Carolina. North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service. 17 p.
Noxious and Nuisance Plant Information System, Version 4.0.
Szafoni, R.E. 1991. Vegetation Management Guideline: Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora Thunb.).
Natural Areas Journal 11(4): 215-216.
Tennessee Exotic Plant Management Manual, April 1997.

Journal of Ornamental Horticulture

Year : 2005, Volume : 8, Issue : 1
First page : ( 49) Last page : ( 52)
Print ISSN : 0972-0499.

Effect of Herbicides and Mulching on Growth

and Flowering Parameters in Rose Singh Anil
K., Karki Kavita
Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, Govind Ballabh Pant University of
Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar-263145, District: Udham Singh nagar, Uttranchal. email: anilksinghhort@rediffinail.com

Abstract
An experiment was carried out to compare the response of herbicides (atrazine,
pendimethalin and metribuzin at 1 and 2 kg a.i./ha) and mulching with rice straw and dry
weeds along with manual weeding. All the treatments significantly increased number of
basal shoots/plant which was at par with rice straw mulch. However, diameter of basal shoot
was found to be maximum with weed free which was at par with metribuzina 2.0 kg a.i./ha.
Flower yield was significantly higher with weed free followed by rice straw mulch, monthly
hand Weeding, dry weed mulch and metribuzin 2.0 kg a.i.%/ha. Non significant difference
was observed between weed free and rice straw mulch on flower produciton. Among
herbicidal treatments, metribuzin at 2.0 kg a.i.%/ha was found more effective than
pendimethalin and atrazine.

Title
Influence of mulching materials on yield and quality of cut rose in soil cultivation.
Authors
Han YounYol; Woo JinHa; Sim YongGu; Choi KyeongBae; Choi BooSull; Yu SunNam
Journal
Journal of the Korean Society for Horticultural Science 2000 Vol. 41 No. 2 pp. 194-196
ISSN
0253-6498
Record Number
20000313889

Abstract
Roses were cultivated with 5 different mulching materials to evaluate their effect on yield and quality of
cut flowers. Daily average soil temperatures were highest in treatments mulched with transparent
polyethylene (PE) film, followed by black PE film, black/white PE film, reflex film and straw mulch. The
highest light reflection (49.3%) was observed with reflex film mulching (8.8% reflection in control). Black
PE mulching did not increase light reflection. Cut flower yield was increased by 42% with reflex film mulch
and by 23.5% with straw mulch when compared to the yield with no-mulch of 132.5 stems/10 plants.
Relative effectiveness of mulching on the yield increased in winter. Flower qualities were also remarkably
improved when reflex film and straw were used as mulching materials.

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Evaluation of Mulch Types on Growth and Development of Native

Wild Roses (Rosa spp.) for Rose Hip Production in Prince
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This study was carried out to assess the impact of five different mulch types (straw, bark, woodchips,
sawdust, and black plastic) on growth and yield of domestically cultivated native wild roses (Rosa spp.) in
Prince Edward Island, Canada. The experiment was carried out at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada,
Crops and Livestock Research Centre, Harrington Research Farm in Harrington, Prince Edward Island
from 20052009. A replicated trial was set up with each plot divided equally into hand-weeded and nonweeded treatments. Straw mulch proved to be a practical choice for commercial producers as it was
conducive to plant growthwith greater height, spread, and rose hip yieldas well as being inexpensive
and easily obtainable. Black plastic mulch also supported good plant growth and production as well as
being easy to maintain. Generally, hand-weeding in combination with mulching was most effective in
establishing healthy, productive wild rose plantations.

ISHS Acta Horticulturae 547: III International Symposium on Rose Research and Cultivation

IPM FOR FIELD-GROWN ROSE PLANTS IN CALIFORNIA

Authors:

J.F. Karlik, J.O. Becker, U.K. Schuch

Keywords: rose, rosa, rose IPM, integrated pest management

DOI:

10.17660/ActaHortic.2001.547.12

Abstract:
Approximately half of the U.S. rose plant production is located in the southern San Joaquin

Valley around Wasco, California. The production of insect-, disease-, and nematode-free plants
is required both for product quality and by state regulation. IPM methods are favored wherever
practical, and field studies have been executed to investigate both chemical and non-chemical
alternatives to current practice. Recent work has included investigation of methyl bromide
alternatives for management of soil-borne pests and pathogens, development of sampling
strategies and treatment thresholds for spider mites, which are the most important invertebrate
pests of roses, and evaluation of acaricides and herbicides. In the current cropping system for
roses, methyl bromide is routinely used as a pre-plant soil fumigant to minimize production
losses due to soilborne pests including plant parasitic nematodes, fungal and bacterial
pathogens, and weeds. Both chemical and non-chemical alternatives for this fumigant are
being sought, due to its impending US production and importation ban. Cultural practices for
roses are organized around furrow irrigation systems, and the absence of summer rains
minimizes disease pressure from several foliar pathogens.