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 More About Common Rose Bush Diseases
There are some frustrating diseases that will attempt to attack our rose bushes when the circumstances are right for them to get going. It is important to recognize them early. This article will help with that.
By Stan V. Griep
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Heirloom Old Garden Rose Bushes: What Are Old Garden Roses?
In this article we will take a look at Old Garden Roses, which stir the heart of many a long time Rosarian. For a list of these heirloom plants and to learn more about them, click here.
By Stan V. Griep
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How To Grow Roses For A Gorgeous Garden Full Of Romantic Blooms
Rose gardens are known for their peaceful beauty, fragrance and symbolism. Starting a rose garden takes some planning and a special love for gorgeous blooms.
By Nikki Tilley
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Winter Protection For Rose Bushes: Preparing Roses For Winter
The best way to avoid having your roses die in the winter is prevention. With proper planting and preparation, overwintering rose bushes can be accomplished with ease. Read here to learn more.
By Gardening Know How
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Heirloom Rose Bushes - Locating Old Garden Roses For Your Garden
If you grew up with a grandmother or mother that loved and grew roses, then you might just remember the name of her favorite rose bush. Some of those old garden rose bushes can be found in this article.
By Stan V. Griep
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Planting Rose Bushes In The Fall
Whether you should be planting rose bushes in the fall depends on several factors. Take a look at these factors in this article so you can decide if fall planting of roses is ideal for you.
By Heather Rhoades
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Training Climbing Roses – How To Get A Climbing Rose To Climb
Paying attention to your climbing rose bush will pay off. A little TLC and training will help them grow vertically instead of horizontally.
By Stan V. Griep
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Roses Have Holes In Leaves: Why Do My Roses Have Holes In The Leaves
Do your rose leaves have holes in them? This happens more often than you might think. While finding roses with holes can be frustrating, there are a number of reasons this can occur and most are quite fixable. This article will help.
By Stan V. Griep
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Removing Rose Suckers – Tips On How To Get Rid Of Rose Suckers
In the rose bed, suckers are ornery growths that spring out of the hardy rootstock of grafted rose bushes, just below the grafted knuckle union. Learn more about sucker growth on roses in this article and find tips on getting rid of them.
By Stan V. Griep
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What To Grow Under Roses: Tips For Growing Plants Under Rose Bushes
Whether you're looking for ways to improve the look of your rose garden or trying to help encourage beneficial insects to the area, it's sometimes necessary to add plants that grow well under roses. So what to grow under roses, you ask. Click here to learn more.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rose Varieties: What Are Some Different Types Of Roses
A rose is a rose is a rose and then some. There are different rose types and not all are created equal. Click on this article to learn more about the kinds of roses you might come across when looking for one to plant in the garden.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rose Deformity Info: What Causes Deformed Rose Growth
If you've ever come across unusual rose deformities in the garden, then you are probably curious about what causes deformed rose growth. Read this article to find out common reasons for a rose deformity.
By Stan V. Griep
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Multiflora Rose Control: Tips On Managing Multiflora Roses In The Landscape
Some roses are unable to survive in many harsh conditions, thus comes the need to graft them onto a root system of another hardy rosebush. Multiflora rose fits that need, BUT comes with a dark side - multiflora roses can become invasive. Learn more here.
By Stan V. Griep
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Wax Dipped Roses: Tips On Preserving Rose Flowers With Wax
Special moments in life captured with the gift of roses are items that we wish to hold onto for as long as possible. One way to preserve them is with wax dipped roses. Take a look at how to preserve roses with wax in this article.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rose Garden Plants – Alexandre Girault Climbing Rose Care
For many people, roses hold a special place. The Alexandre Girault climbing rose is especially prized for its vigor and color.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Care For Parade Roses Outdoors
In the world of gardening, parade roses are not frequently used. Growing parade roses is easy to do and will add something fun to your garden. Read this article to learn more about their care outdoors.
By Heather Rhoades
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Epsom Salt Rose Fertilizer: Should You Use Epsom Salt For Rose Bushes
Benefits of Epsom salts as a fertilizer for plants remains unproven by science, but there is little harm in trying. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis