Any Ab Rose Experts?

[Matheous-2]

Just purchased my first ever standard rose and had a difficult transfer to its permanent container. When it finally came out, the compost did not hold its shape and fell all over the place! I quickly got it into its container, I added fertiliser and well watered, but now I can see it beginning to wilt!!
What to do if I get up in the morning & find all new growth drooping over??

Any suggestions greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[Buenchico]

I'm not sure that this is relevant but, just in case anything here helps, I'll post it anyway:
https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=278

[murraymints]

keep it well watered ..firm in new compost and add more 'till it is fixed in properly..it will be fine....

[murraymints]

make sure you have drainage in bottom of new container.ie wee holes...

[Matheous-2]

Thanks guys......I always drill container holes if required.....Will check the link.

[Chipchopper]

The only other advice, other than the excellent advice you already have, is to provide the plant with a suitable stake to prevent 'wind rock', this will help good root development and help it to become established quicker.

[Matheous-2]

Thanks Chipchopper- I have double staked already......and good news after a quick spot check- wilting has stopped! (Buds just forming are pointing upward again) Will check again first thing in the morning.....

[Chipchopper]

ah, a belt and braces job, that should do it!
Glad to hear its perking up, hope the temperature doesn't dip too low tonight.

[Matheous-2]

Checked this morning and looked fully recovered......however later in the afternoon it began to wilt in the sun! Later still -presently approx. 6pm -recovered again. I think it will need some shelter & pampering maybe for another day or two.