Roses in Barrels

Just bought some David Austin roses. I want them going over the front door.
As I dont have border space is it OK for them to be put into a half barrel?
I ask because I am wondering about the frost. I am in Lancashire.

Thanks Sam

 

It should be fine but they will need regular feeding and watering id use No3 compost 70% mized with peat and pleanty of crocks.

 

Line the barrel to bubble plastic if you want to give some extra protection to the roots.

 

As they are alongside the front door the warmth from the house should combat the worst of the frost.
If you get a warning of exceptional cold, maybe something like an old water cylinder jacket wrapped round the barrel.

Failing that move south

 

OK thanks for the reply much appreciated.