How much sun roses need

Roses need at least six to eight hours of direct sun a day, with morning sun especially important because it dries the leaves and helps prevent disease.

The light: At least six to eight hours of direct sun a day; full sun is defined as six or more hours of direct sunlight per day.

Morning sun is especially important because it dries the leaves, which helps prevent disease.
Full sun means six or more hours of direct sunlight per day.
Partial shade is defined as 2-4 hours of sun per day, which is below what roses need.

Light needs vary by climate and variety; your local extension office is the closest authority.

Grounded in: hgic.clemson.edu, ucanr.edu, yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu. Every window and number follows sentences verified verbatim on those pages.

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