Yes, you can. I always thought roses needed at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day to bloom their best. But there are some that will actually “burn” in full sun and appreciate some shade. Not full shade, mind you, but part shade. Many roses will actually grow well if they have full sun in the morning.
The answer is yes – but… Traditionally, climbing and rambling roses are more suitable for shady places. You will also see many natural species grow where sunlight is not so long.
Do roses grow better in sunlight or shade?
Nearly all roses perform best in full sun (more than 6 hours a day) where they set the most bloom and are more resistant to disease. However, a number of roses can tolerate partial shade. Certain classes of roses tend to be more shade tolerant. These roses are closely related to species roses native to forest or thicket habitats.
Do Roses like sun or shade?
Most roses thrive in a sunny position. However, some grow surprisingly well in shady areas, as long as the shade isn’t caused by trees, which take a lot of moisture from the soil. Very few roses can take full shade – bear in mind that the minimum you’ll need to provide is around four hours of sun per day. More on gardening in shade:.
Native Area: NA; this is a hybrid plant. USDA Growing Zones: 6 to 10Height: 4 to 5 feet. Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade .
Do Roses need lots of Sun to grow?
Roses need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Morning sunlight is best because it dries the dew off the petals which reduces the risk of fungus developing. The soil roses thrive in should be well drained while still maintaining moisture.