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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Learn About Self-Cleaning Rose BushesSeems like there are Buzz Words connected to many things today, and in the rose world the words "self-cleaning roses" tend to grab people's attention. What are self-cleaning roses? Find out here.
By Stan V. Griep
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Learn About Memorial Roses To Plant In Your GardenWhat better way to memorialize a loved one or group of people than to plant a special rose bush in memorial to them in your own rose bed or garden. In this article, you will find a list of memorial roses to plant.
By Stan V. Griep
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When To Apply Rose FertilizerRoses need fertilizer, but fertilizing roses does not need to be complicated. There is a simple timetable for feeding roses. Read here to learn more about when to fertilize roses.
By Stan V. Griep
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How Much To Water Roses During DroughtsIn times of drought and as a water-conserving measure on my part, I will often conduct some moisture meter tests when it is time to water them again. This article will help with rose care during dry weather.
By Stan V. Griep
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Learn More About Tree RosesTree roses (aka: Rose Standards) are a creation of grafting by using a long rose cane with no foliage. You can learn more about tree roses in the article that follows.
By Stan V. Griep
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Roses And Downy Mildew: Identifying And Treating Downy Mildew On Rose BushesDowny mildew on roses is a problem for many rose gardeners. Roses affected by rose downy mildew will lose beauty and stamina. Learn more about this disease and how to treat it in this article.
By Stan V. Griep
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Protecting Roses In Winter: How To Repair Winter Damage To RosesThe winter season can be very hard on rose bushes in a variety of ways. That being said, there are things we can do to lessen, and even eliminate, the damage. This article provides information on treating winter injury in roses.
By Stan V. Griep
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Container Roses: Growing Roses In PotsGrowing roses in containers allows you to have roses in your yard, even if you have limited space or less than ideal conditions for roses. Learn more about roses in pots by reading this article.
By Stan V. Griep
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Managing Climbing Roses: Learn About Training Climbing Rose PlantsPictures of roses climbing up an ornate trellis or old structure stir up romantic and nostalgic juices. Creating this effect does not just happen. In most cases, it takes some real effort and an ever-vigilant rose-loving gardener. Click here to learn more.
By Stan V. Griep
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Why Rose Petals Have Black Edges: Troubleshooting Black Tips On RosesOne of the more frustrating things that can happen in rose beds is to have a nice big bud or buds open to a bloom with black or crispy edged petals. This article can help explain why there are black edges on rose petals and what can be done about it.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rugosa Rose Care Guide: Growing A Rugosa Rose BushHybrid roses are quite stunning, and their lineage can often be traced to another beautiful type of rose, the Rosa rugosa. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Shade Loving Rose Plants: Growing A Shade Rose GardenWhile there are no full shade loving rose plants, you can grow shade tolerant roses. Here are a few helpful tips for growing a semi-shade rose garden.
By Mary H. Dyer
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14 Foolproof Roses: Easy Rose Varieties Anyone Can GrowRoses are hardy plants and most aren't difficult to grow, but some roses are fussier than others. In general, newer roses are often the best roses for beginners because they've been bred to require less care. Find some easy-care rose varieties in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Best Smelling Roses: Fragrant Roses For Your GardenRoses are beautiful and beloved by many. If you’re looking for roses that smell good, try adding these particularly fragrant varieties to your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Easy Elegance Rose Care: What Are Easy Elegance RosesIf you love roses but don't have the time or the knowledge to take care of these notoriously fussy flowering shrubs, you need to know about Easy Elegance rose plants. This is a cultivar that is designed to produce beautiful flowers without a lot of work. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Dog Rose Information: Learn About Dog Rose PlantsLike many wild roses, the dog rose has a rich history. And, like most wild rosebushes, it has an aggressive growth habit that is considered invasive in some areas, overcoming desired plants in the garden. Learn more about this rose variety in the following article.
By Stan V. Griep
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Sub-Zero Rose Information – Learn About Roses For Cold ClimatesIf you've never heard of them before, you might wonder, "What are sub-zero roses". These are specifically bred roses for cold climates. Learn more about sub-zero roses and which types work well in a cold climate rose bed in this article.
By Stan V. Griep

