Are You Ready To Control Black Spot in the Rose Garden?
Somewhere in a rose-growing country, the season will prove to be one of the worst for blackspot in recent years. This can often be attributed to a very early and
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The Descendants of Wild Flowers Primroses Have Glamour
Do you remember the clumps of primroses in grandmother’s garden? There was a plant with creamy yellow blooms, another double white, like a miniature rose, and a third with flowers
Growing Roses In Cold Climates: How To Tips On Cold Climate Rose Care
Question: We live in the northeast and could use some tips on caring for our roses in this colder climate. Maria, Worcester Massachusetts Answer: Most home gardeners living in the
Sweetbriar Rose: A Rose Of Ancient Lineage And World Traveler
The Nicholas Sweetbriar Rose is no “Johnny come lately,” but a rose of ancient lineage, a consort of king and commoner, of lords and ladies, and a native of Europe
Versatile Floribunda Rose: Easily Grown and Respond to Ordinary Attention
Since the advent of the floribunda roses, a new field of usefulness has been opened for the rose family. A very potent medium for the Summer round colorful decoration of
Old Roses: There’s A Place For Old Roses in Your Rose Garden
“Of all flowers, I think a rose is best,” said Emilia in Two Noble Kinsmen. This has been man’s sentiment since he first began to garden. The rose has a
Hibiscus Winter Care: How Do You Care For Hibiscus Plants In Winter?
Those who live in USDA hardiness zones 11 to 12 often don’t have to worry about overwintering their gardens. However, keeping plants alive and healthy throughout the cold months can
Do You Know The Virginia Rose? The Beautiful Native American Rose
Not all of our “Best” ornamentals come from the Orient, and this beautiful native American rose is proof of that. A native from Newfoundland to Virginia and westward to Missouri,
Moving Rose Plants: Down The Street Or 600 Miles
Almost every month in the year, someone moves from one home to another or moves rose plants from one garden to another. Many plants are left behind, but many more
Growing Yesterday’s Roses In Today’s Garden: 25 Recommendations
If you are a gardener whose rose horizon is widening, you are ready to consider the old roses—the ideal background for your collection of moderns. Here they will add the