Roses
A rose is just a rose, or is it? There are many rose varieties, and caring for roses depends on the type you have and climate you live in. So before you go planting a rose bush, keep in mind what variety you are growing. How to grow roses successfully will mean providing good rose care. We can help with that. In the following pages, you will find information not only on how to grow roses, but there are also many tips on caring for roses no matter what the variety—which will help avoid problems with roses (like pests and disease) later.
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My Husband Is a Professional Gardener – and He Always Does These 3 Things to Roses in NovemberMy professional gardener husband knows better than anyone that roses need a little extra attention before winter arrives...
By Kayleigh Dray
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What Your Roses Need in October – 6 Things to Get Right for a Fabulous Flower Show Next YearFrom the last glorious flowers to the first chilly nights, October brings a change in priorities for rose lovers. Here's where to focus your efforts.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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The 5-Minute Job Your Roses Need In September for More Blooms Next Spring – But Avoid This MistakeWant bigger, better, brighter roses? Then you need to put the work in this September, stat.
By Kayleigh Dray
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I’m Making Rose Salt From Garden-Grown Petals – it’s My Secret Ingredient When I Bake the Best Brownies in TownMaking rose salt takes moments and tastes amazing, adding a sweet-and-savoury hit that raises recipes to new levels.
By Emma Kendell
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Weekend Win: This Quick August Job Will Bring Bigger, Better Roses Next SummerSummer heat triggers stressed roses to grow suckers that sap water and nutrients from your plant, but it takes barely 10 minutes to remove them.
By Emma Kendell
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5 Things You're Doing That Make Rose Black Spot Worse Without Realizing ItMost rose growers meet black spot eventually, and the habits that invite it in are ordinary ones. Discover the common mistakes that leave roses vulnerable.
By Tyler Schuster
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Why Are My Rose Leaves Turning Yellow? Simple Solutions for Healthy BloomsYellowing foliage doesn't always mean your roses are dying. Let's cover the most likely causes, and how to fix them.
By Stan V. Griep
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Can You Grow a Rose Bush From a Grocery Store Bouquet? This Trick Suggests You Can Do Exactly ThatYes, you read it right, that store-bought bouquet could become a long-lasting shrub. With a few quick snips, here's how you can turn something temporary into a long-lasting beauty
By Sarah Veldman
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Your Morning Routine Could Be Why Your Roses Are Struggling – Here's Why I Check Mine Before CoffeeMy husband refuses to look after our hybrid roses, so I've learned the simple morning habit that keeps them thriving.
By Kayleigh Dray
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What Roses Need in July for Gorgeous Blooms – 5 Key Tasks and the Mistake That Can Stop FloweringJuly is a crucial month for roses, with a few simple maintenance jobs helping plants stay healthy and produce repeat blooms well into summer.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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These 7 Gorgeous Thornless Roses Fill Your Yard With Lush Blooms and Dreamy Fragrance – And All Pain Free!Who says every rose has a thorn? These snag-free varieties are perfect for tight urban spaces, stress-free summer patios, and prickle-free pathways
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Joanna Gaines Proves Climbing Roses Are the Secret to a More Romantic BackyardInspired by Joanna Gaines' dreamy climbing rose moment? Here's how to actually do it.
By Sarah Veldman
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I Thought David Beckham's New Rose Was a Gimmick – But It's Inspired the Chicest Garden Look This SummerGarden experts say his new rose captures the elegance of the "quiet luxury" trend – and it's exactly the look gardeners are trying to recreate this summer.
By Sarah Veldman
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What to Do With Roses in June – 5 Quick Ways to Grow Sensational Summer Blooms that Last for Even LongerWhether your roses are just hitting their stride or mid-flourish, these tips will help ensure you get the loveliest blooms all summer and set plants up for continued vitality.
By Susan Albert
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5 Best Roses for Cutting Gardens – for Long-Lasting Blooms That Look Equally Beautiful in Bouquets and Garden BedsLong stems, cut blooms that last for weeks in a vase, and intoxicating fragrance... You can't beat these five gorgeous types of roses for cutting gardens.
By Teo Spengler
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My Easy Homemade Rose Fertilizer Recipe Ensures Huge Blooms for Years to Come – Plus, You Probably Have What You Need to Make ItThis simple homemade rose fertilizer is my secret to successful blooms that return year after year. And you only need a few common household items to make it.
By Tyler Schuster
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What to Do With Roses in May – 6 Essential Tasks for a Spectacular Display of Blooms That Keep Coming All SummerA few well-timed May jobs can transform your roses – encouraging repeat flowering, stronger growth, and healthier plants through the summer months.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

