This is a rose gardening book that provides a guide to growing a healthy and beautiful rose garden. It provides information regarding common problems encountered whilst trying to grow roses and how to get the most out of your rose garden
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There are a few tips and information about growing roses to be considered and a few requirements to optimize the growth of your roses. Generally speaking, however, roses are very versatile and can withstand harsh conditions and yet thrive. The basic fundamentals of getting the most out of your roses is to consider: the soil, the exposure, location, feeding, mulching, and pruning. If you put just a tad bit of attention to each of these facets and follow our tips for growing roses, then your roses will be a hit all though out the spring and summer without missing a beat.
Sun Requirements: Roses need at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. Early morning sun is the best to protect against mildew. Although roses can go with less sun, they usually will not survive as long and will have fewer and smaller blooms.
Soil Requirements: Roses prefer loamy soil with a high-humus content. Working compost, peat moss, leaf mold and well-rotted manure into the soil will provide them with a rich environment. The soil can be fertilized additionally with bone meal and super-phosphate. Soil with a pH of 6.5 is best. PH meters are available to test your soils acidity level. Roses must have good drainage. Avoid planting in low areas where water collects. Roses do not do well in standing water and other overly saturated regions. If your soil is especially heavy, add sand for drainage.
Location and/or Containers: Plant roses at least 18-24" away from buildings. Roses must have air circulation surrounding them. This will minimize any mildew from forming. They should also not be planted too near larger plants. Larger plants can carry away nutrients, water, and food and keep the roses from extracting the most from the soil. For smaller roses, you can plant them in a container or a window box to show them off in different ways. Window boxes are a unique way to show off roses that can draw remarks from the neighbors.
Feeding: After roses are in full leaf, apply a balanced fertilizer. We recommend using a food specifically designed for roses. Fertilize again after the first bloom and once more 6 weeks before the first fall frost. These are the smallest feeding recommendation. A few more times during the growing season, however, usually helps the roses fill out more.
Mulching: Mulch provides many benefits to roses. Add a layer 2 to 3 inches thick to your rose bed to keep the moisture in and to help keep the weeds away. This tip for growing roses is surprisingly effective and you'll notice quite a difference when they begin to bloom.
Pruning: Pruning roses is vital in their continued success. The first step in pruning roses is to remove any dead, dying, damaged, diseased, weak or thin canes. Prune the branches back as far as the crown. Any shoot growing from below the graft is called a sucker and should be removed. Pruning an already healthy rose is an important part of the process. Cutting a bloom not only allows you to enjoy it's beauty and scent, it helps shape the rose. Cut the flower stem no shorter than just above the first five-leaflet leaf below the flower you are removing. Also, you will need to leave at least two five-leaflet leaves above to point of the previous cut. It's best to cut a rose at a 45 degree angle roughly 1/4 of an inch from the outside bud. This seems complicated, but when you go to prune it will make perfect sense.
Roses are an exceptionally versatile, useful, and beautiful landscape plant. By following some basic tips and advice on growing roses and how to plant them, you will be on your way to years full of beautiful roses.
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Planting a rose plant goes beyond how deep the hole should be and if fertilizer should be used now or later. The first and an important step in rose planting that should not be overlooked is picking the location of where you are going to plant your roses. It is as true in planting as it is in real estate; location, location, location. There are several things that need to be considered when choosing a location for our rose plants.
Will the place you care choosing to plant your roses get enough sunlight? The majority of rose species should have at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight a day. Even rose plants that are shade tolerant need about four to six hours of direct sunlight to do well.
Is the soil where you plan to plant your roses healthy? Roses are hungry eaters and need have nutritious soil. They do not like soil that has too much clay or too much sand. A quick test you can do with your soil to find out if it has too much clay or sand is to clump it in your hand. If the soil holds the mold and does not crumble easily, it has too much clay. If the soil crumbles too easily and does not hold the mold, it has too much sand. God soil should hold the mold in your hand but crumble easily. The soil should also not be too acidic, contain too much limestone or too much chalk.
And finally, is the place where you are going to plant your rose plant too close to trees or other plants? There are many trees and other larger plants that will extract water and nutrients from the soil from roots that extend far beyond their drip line. If you encounter a lot of roots where you are digging your hole for your rose bush, most likely these roots are going to cause a problem for your plant. There are some climbing rose and some shrubs that are an exception but most rose plants only like to be mixed with other roses or other non-invasive plants.
Now that you have the perfect location for your rose plant, you can think about the basics such as how deep the hole should be. You will need to dig a hole that is slightly larger than the size of the pot the plant is in or root system of the plant. The depth of the hole depends on the climate that you live in. Colder areas need to plant their roses slightly deeper. It is a good idea to talk to other rose grower in the area as to which is the proper depth for you. Depths may be different for lots of different people but, everyone can benefit from loosening the soil at the bottom of the hole. You can also place some compost in the bottom of the hole plus a sprinkle of bone meal which is a source of Phosphorus and is slow acting and encourages healthy root growth. Spread out the roots slightly after you place the plant into the hole. Refill the hole and make sure that the soil settles around the roots. Water the roots before you cover them with the last couple of inches of soil. And finally place the last of the soil back into the hole and firm the soil slightly. You can water the plant at this step also.
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An amateur starting with his first batch of roses is certainly not encouraged to take on growing roses from seed. After all, it is very challenging, what with all the tedious little tasks that you have to make sure are completed before you actually plant the rose seeds into the soil. Before we show you how it is to grow roses from the seed, you first have to understand the way Mother Nature has made your favorite flower and how they naturally produce seeds ready for planting.
A Lesson in Rose Anatomy
It is perhaps because of how sweet and delicate they seem to be that roses are more often associated with the feminine side of humans. In real biological sense, however, roses are considered bisexual. That's right. They are both male and female. Roses have what we call the stamen, the male reproductive organ in flowers that contains the filaments carrying the pollen. They also have an ovary, the female reproductive organ that houses the ovules. In the natural course of things, the pollen reaches the ovary and fertilizes the ovules, thus producing seeds that can be planted four months after you have first seen rose hips growing on your plants. After four months, the rose hips are ready for harvesting and you can start with growing roses from seed. That is, if you don't plan on hybridizing your roses and you are willing to wait that long.
How to Make New Rose Varieties
Okay, so you've been rose gardening for years and, for once, you decide to make a new rose and have it named after you. To hybridize a rose, simply cut off a few blooms from your selected parent plans and carefully pluck out the petals from each of them, leaving behind a golden yellow stamen sitting in the middle. The stamen is what contains the pollen grains, and to bring the pollen out, you first have to let the stamens dry. Place them inside black film canisters (The color makes you see the yellow grains more easily when they come out) and leave them uncovered the entire day. The pollen will come out all on its own. Watch out for the stigmas in your roses. It is that tall gelatinous part of the flower found at the center of the petals. When the stigma becomes sticky, it's calling for pollen to fertilize its mature ovules. Use a clean Q-tip to dab the pollen onto the stigma every four hours the whole day.
Preparing the Seeds
Growing roses from seeds entails ensuring that the seeds have gone through the right preparation methods before they are transferred to the ground as seedlings. To harvest your seeds, pluck out the rose hips and slice them open. Scrape out the pulp and handpick the seeds from out of it-you can throw the pulp and the shells away afterwards. Prepare a mixture of purified water and two tablespoons of bleach. Use this mixture to wash your seeds before soaking them overnight in a 3% peroxide solution. The morning after, some seeds will have floated to the surface of your soaking solution. These seeds are unusable and are best left discarded into the trash bin or better yet, as compost material. Go through one more round of cleaning before you get the seeds ready for stratification. You clean them by placing them on soft cloth and gently brushing them one by one or by washing them simultaneously in a blender with plastic blades. It's important to take note-plastic blades! No metal blades if you don't want to end up with ground rose seeds and wasted time and effort hybridizing them. Now, it's time for stratification. What exactly is that? To stratify your roses simply means to cover them in a paper towel soaked in water and peroxide solution. Place the paper towel in a Ziploc bag and let it cool in the refrigerator for up to ten weeks.
It takes a lot of time, doesn't it? But once you take those seeds out, they're ready for planting.
Planting-Finally!
A light mixture of half-and-half potting soil and vermiculite is best for rose seeds. Place the seeds on a tray of this growth mix and lightly spray some RooTone, Captan, or water-and-peroxide solution to encourage growth and ward off seed diseases that can kill your plants even before they become plants. Cover them with another half inch of soil and again apply some more growth hormones. Find a place where the seeds get as much direct sunlight as possible and make sure they are well-watered every week. You can expect some healthy, transplantable growth on the sixth week.
When you have transferred your roses to a more permanent place on the ground, it's time that they receive the same amount of tender loving care that your other roses have received before. Remember the basics: sunlight, water, and soil. Make sure you provide adequate amounts of these and your roses will surely shower you with huge blossoming rewards.
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Because white is a symbol of purity, honor, and innocence, white roses are often the type of flower chosen for weddings. They seem to exude cleanliness, freshness, and sophistication. A bush loaded full with white roses is an outstanding sight to behold! One might think of them as having heavenly beauty.
The beginning of a new relationship, a fresh start, a baby's birth, could be celebrated with a gift of breathtaking white roses. They can bring an air of importance to any event, or to your outdoor scenery. They can bring out the best in a formal setting and add a teasing glimpse of bright color and beauty to an informal setting.
White roses are used in garlands, as adornments for hair, decoration on hats, or in corsages and boutonnieres. When used fresh, they can only last a few hours.
Proper preparation for long use of fresh white roses includes:
1. Soak the stem in room-temperature water for a few hours prior to use.
2. Wrap the end of the stem or stems tightly in florist's tape to contain the moisture.
3. Slip wires discreetly beneath the florist's tape and pierce the calyx. [The calyx is the outer group of protective leaves of a flower.] The wire helps stiffen the stem.
There is such a thing as a glass lapel vase. When refilled, often it will keep the flowers strong for days.
White roses can be ordered and shipped overnight. It is possible to find them for about forty dollars a dozen. They can be mixed with other colored flowers to brighten an arrangement.
White on roses that aren't mean to be white can signify downy mildew. This condition is brought on by hot days and cold nights; possibly there will not be enough air circulation. There is a fungicide available. Always read the labels to determine that it will be what is best for your particular climate and plant. As with any chemical, you should use a fungicide with care. Using mulch around the roots is helpful to protect against this condition.
An interesting white rose is a Cherokee rose. It comes from the Orient, made its way to Florida, and escaped to become the wild rose of the South. Soldiers during the Civil War planted this rose on the graves of fallen comrades. Indian legends have been made about this white rose. Also in the south, there is a leafy white rose native to North Central Texas. The most famous rose gardens are in Tyler, Texas, known for its field-grown roses. An autumn rose festival is held there each year. It is not unusual to see wild white roses running wild in south Texas, at a height of up to eight feet. White roses do indeed add a wild grace to an untamed countryside.
Early Christians used to shun the rose, believing it a symbol of pagan corruption. The belief was also that the rose grew thorn less in the Garden of Eden and acquired thorns to remind people of their sins. How ironic that the white rose, indeed that any rose used to be shunned and is now a welcome symbol in many ways.
The essential and complete guide to rose care, from choosing the right rose for you and your location to getting it to the peak of conditon
Just like the Nike ad says "Just Do It," this is exactly the perspective one needs in getting good at garden designs. You can always move plants around your gardens and as your ideas and taste change, your gardens can grow with you. There are some simple elements of garden design. Think of designing your garden with living art in mind being creative and free to try whatever suits your taste. There are no limitations to the creativity that's' within, no comparison or fear of failure. Although gardening successfully requires learning certain skills, when all is said and done a garden's beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. Just go for it and let your gardens be the expression of you.
Garden design and its principles used may be called by different names. There are three basic concepts when combined together will bring about good garden design. Ultimately your gardens' design is up to you and should reflect your own personality and flare.
Order, balance and proportion are the basic structure of the garden. Order is symmetrical through repeating plants or colors. Bold or bright additions bring balance as well as adding some texture. Texture is an important ingredient. Gardens come to life with different textured plants much like the human race. All different but flowing together and being brought together through unity and harmony creating comfort and peace.
When all of the parts of the garden are flowing together it is captivating and ones' spirit is caught up in the beauty.
Using a limited color pattern, repetition of plants and a clear focal point creates this environment. Theme gardens are very soothing: all one color, butterfly gardens or cross gardens keep you flowing in like unity.You'll also hear a lot of talk about starting your garden with good bones. That basically means creating an outlining foundation, with trees, structures, paths, etc. for the rest of the garden to build off of. Evergreen is a favorite of the good bones.
Having a focal point is a big benefit for every garden. With no focal point the eye starts to wonder here and there without every getting a grasp of a main feature. This is not creating the harmony you desire for your gardens or creating any curb appeal. Beginning gardeners seem to pick the same flowers or foliage over and over again which has no visual interest. Planting an architectural, bold leafed plant, can restore this visual interest instead of the monotony of likeness.
Last, but not least, is adding color to your gardens. Experimenting with your favorite colors is a good way to see what works best for you. The best advice to heed though is to start out with 2-3 colors to keep the artist palette limited. You can always add new colors to your gardens by eyeballing it along the way. This way you keep the living painting flowing in the harmony you wish to relate. You will then have a peaceful retreat that you have created and enable others to share that intimate part of you.
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Roses are without a doubt one of the most beautiful species of plants. And yet, if you are a beginning gardener, you may doubt your abilities to cultivate a successful rose garden. Well, we're here to tell you not to worry, because there are several types that are ideal for beginners.
Over the last ten years in particular, new easy to grow rose varieties have been introduced to eliminate the intimidation factor of growing these beautiful plants. If you've tried to grow roses before without much success, take heart. The most common reasons for rose gardening failure are environmental in nature. That means the roses you chose probably weren't ideally suited for your growing area.
Yes, there are several universal care tips. You will need to know how to properly plant your roses in the ideal location. Learning how to mulch around your plants is also important. Sunlight and watering are other critical factors.
With that said, there are many varieties of hardy roses that will thrive without a whole bunch of hand holding. If you're a beginner or have failed in your attempts to grow roses in the past, try these three easy to grow roses...
Shrub Roses
Shrub roses provide ample blooms and a beautiful bouquet just like the more well known hybrid tea roses. The biggest difference is the amount of care required.
First of all, shrub roses are bred to be disease resistant. They do not tend to attract insects as much as other roses either. Most importantly, shrub roses are designed to last through harsh winters without a whole lot of special precautions. Look for Canadian varieties, especially if you live in a cooler climate with strong winters.
Climbing Roses
We recommend these for beginners because they tend to be prolific. You will want to attach them to a trellis so they are trained to grow vertically. Don't fret, it is not complicated.
There are literally dozens of climbing roses you can buy. Just be sure you know your growing area which is designated by a number and check to see they are suited for your climate.
Carefree
"Carefree" is the actual species of rose, and there are many specific types of Carefree you can buy and plant. The name also refers to their easy grow nature, and their hardy ability to withstand less than perfect conditions.
One of the things we like about the Carefree roses are their ability to mix in well with other shrubs. Also, they are quite prolific and bloom for several weeks at a time. One of our favorites is Carefree Wonder, a pink faced flower with a white reverse that accents the garden perfectly.
Summary
There are specific types of roses that are ideal for beginning rose gardeners. These easy to grow roses tend to be hardy, disease resistant, and perfect for those who are just learning about roses.
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You would love to have fresh roses in your vase all the time but with the price for a dozen roses these days forget about it. It's cost prohibitive that's what it is, it's cost prohibitive.
Well here's a great solution: grow them in your garden. Hey wait, don't run away it's easy. Sure there's a slight downside to it. You have to go out into the elements sometimes when it's not so nice out. You have to do a lot of bending and stooping which can be hard on your back. But you can kneel rather then bend that way you will be saving your back. Sure you will be kneeling in the dirt and it's going to mess up your pants but that's easy you can just throw them in the wash. You will get a little dirt and mud on your nice shoes and then track the dirt into your house but hey aren't roses worth it? Oh and there's the bugs and diseases that rose plants get that you will need to deal with but that's only once and a while. Of course you will have to dig some deep holes when you plant your new rose plants but that just a one time thing (for each plant of course). And of course there's...
"Oh forget about it who needs all the problems I'll just go without," you say. But you don't want to "go without." You want to put them in vases and add some elegance to your house. Well then how about growing roses in pots? Think about it, no bending or kneeling on the dirty ground, no messing up your nice shoes and your house and no digging big holes in the ground.
You start off real easy with just 2 rose plants and 2 clay pots. This is just to test the water to see if it's for you or not. If you're really unsure about it just get one plant/pot but I'm sure you can handle 2 that way it will still be very easy and you will get twice the amount of roses.
"But I don't know anything about growing roses," you say. Yes that can put a big stop on everything because growing roses in pots is highly technical and you really have to know what you are doing.
Here's what you do, now take notes because this is about to get very complicated. Number 1) go to the nursery and buy a potted rose. 2) bring the potted plant home and place it where you want it and 3) add water.
Period. That's all there is to it. Piece of cake. Later on when your flowers get old and start going down hill you clip them off (which you would figure out on your own) this will stimulate the production of new roses. But I said you have to buy the pots. Yes you have up to a year to do that until then the pot it came in will suffice. When you get around to it buy a big clay pot for your rose plant to grow into. Buy some potting soil which is "dirt" cheap (ha). But it really is dirt cheap (you are after all buying dirt) but it really is good healthy dirt for you plant.
You place the potting soil in your new clay pot and clear away a hole for your rose plant to fit into. Carefully take your plant out of its old pot and place it into its new home.
That's all there is to growing roses in pots and your rose plants will be producing many roses for many years and at practically no cost to you which is very nice when you compare it to the price you would be paying for a dozen roses elsewhere. And your plants will be producing dozens and dozens for you over the years.
If you are a rose lover this is a no brainer you can go out right now and be back in an hour with a couple of plants and have them producing beautiful roses for you. Go ahead you need to get out of the house anyway at least go take a look at what's available out there. It'll be fun.
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Roses are the most beautiful of flowers but they have a reputation for being difficult to grow. Following the basics of, preparation, planting and ongoing care, anyone can enjoy the wonder of growing colorful scented blooms year after year.
Roses are some of the most beautiful and beloved flower that graces our gardens and our lives. Unfortunately roses have a reputation for being a hard plant to care for. While some rose plant owners find this to be true, others take steps to find out the proper care that is needed for their roses.
Roses do require regular attention to keep the plant looking its best but, after learning the proper steps to take in caring for roses, helping a plant to look its best is easy. The most basic necessity that most people understand that plants need is water. All plants need water and roses are no different. Roses will bloom and look their best if it is well watered. Roses need to be provided with about one inch of water per week. It is the roots of the plant that really need to be considered during this step. Roses have roots that go deep into the ground. Because roses have deep roots they are capable of extracting water from the sub-soil even when the surface is dry. This helps them to tolerate dry spells. Watering the roots of the roses encourages them to grow deep into the soil. Sometimes when a plant owner only offers their roses frequent, light watering, the roots of the plant will grow to be shallow within the soil. This results in the plant not being able to handle the drying of the upper layer of soil due to droughts.
Proper rose care also means fertilizing. Most species of roses are capable of going years without feeding when they are planted in good soil. Plants feed on nutrients that are produced by organisms living in the soil. By over using man-made fertilizer you can smother those beneficial bugs. Plus, your plants can become dependant on fertilizers forcing you to constantly provide them. Instead, owners can apply a slow-release fertilizer to the soil just as the plant is coming out of its dormancy period in early spring. You can also apply a small bit of fertilizer after the blooms go away and the plant is storing up energy for next season. But don’t fertilize after midsummer. Roses do well with both inorganic and organic fertilizers although organic fertilizer materials can be digested by the helpful bacteria and fungus within the soil resulting in your soil permanently becoming more fertile. The most effective combination of inorganic fertilizer is 5-10-5 or 4-8-4.
Pruning is extremely important in the care of roses. It is usually done in the spring, after the plant has been dormant for the winter. At this stage pruning is done to remove the dead, broken, or diseased wood from the plant. This helps to provide the plant with space for the air can move through it as well as keeping it healthy. Pruning is also done to shape the rose plant. The next stage of pruning occurs after the plant has bloomed. Pruning the actual flowers themselves encourages growth and by removing the flower buds it helps to establish a new plant.
Caring for roses does take time and commitment. It also takes patience, skill, and knowledge. But, there is nothing better then to be able to display your hard work for all to see. The rewards of being able to show off these gorgeous creations right on your front lawn are priceless.
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Roses are truly the queens of any garden. Stately, dramatic and classic, their blooms reoccur throughout our lives as symbols of love, admiration, and beauty.
We give people roses in romance and at death. Young girls wear roses to their first dance. We give roses to cheer the sick and to congratulate the successful.
Roses are popularly grown by the wealthy in fabulous formal gardens. They are also grown in postage stamp sized garden plots in the yards of humble row houses.
If you want an attractive garden without the fuss of herbaceous plants, and perennial or annual flowers, roses provide an easy solution. The blooms stand out against a backdrop of greenery, or look wonderful grown in front of a wooden fence or brick wall.
When you decide to grow roses, you need to first assess the area. You will need well drained soil in a sunny location which means the site should receive at least six hours of direct sunlight a day.
Roses come in many varieties and a wide range of colors. Some bloom throughout the season (repeat bloomers) while others bloom just once. Some, like Tea roses, feature a single flower on a tall, sturdy stem, while floribundas have many blooms on a stem.
There are heirloom varieties of roses that have been grown for generations. The older species are generally very fragrant. Certain newer hybrids have very little scent as the genetic trait has been sacrificed in favor of another trait, such as hardiness or color that was highlighted.
There are delicate, sensitive plants and other, like Rosa ragusa that is strong and study enough to grow at the beach within yards of the ocean. You can purchase tree roses, or climbers. The varieties are endless.
Then, there is the color choice. Even if you decide that you want a pink flower, you will soon find that there are more shades of pink than you can possibly imagine.
Rose plants are named, like the widely popular, classic Tea rose called Chrysler Imperial, a large, deep red bloom. Genevieve is a beautiful double bloomed, old fashioned looking hybrid by David Austin. There are roses named for famous people as well as places like the Chicago Peace Rose, Queen Elizabeth, and John Kennedy.
If you are new to growing roses, read the garden catalogues so that you can select a hardy, easy to grow specimen. If you shop for roses at a garden center, read the tag thoroughly. Follow all directions carefully. Sometimes, instructions may seem silly but never skip recommended steps for planting, feeding, watering, and pruning.
New plants usually need a lot more water than older, established plants. Water deeply to encourage the roots to grow. It is best to water in the morning as evening watering can create conditions that attract insect infestation, fungal problems, and disease. Water the soil below the plant and try not to wet the leaves.
Follow recommendations for feeding and pruning. Roses need to be pruned or cut back in early spring. And of course, you should remove wilted, or dying blooms to encourage the growth of new buds.
With a little care and attention, you can make your garden beautiful with classic, dramatic roses.
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No rose garden is truly complete without including climbing roses into the mix of rose species. Climbing roses, also known as pillars, ramblers, trailing roses, and everblooming roses depending on how they grow are not considered true vines. They don’t grow their own support structures to hold onto surfaces. But they are the ideal ornament to grace any archway, fence or any other structure in and around any garden.
Because climbing roses do not have the capabilities to hold onto structures like vines do, they need help from us. Grower can loosely attach the plant to a structure or wind it through the structure. Some types of structures you can grow climbing roses on are trellis’, arbors, fences, sheds, pillars, walls or almost any other large, solid structures. Climbing roses that are trained to grow laterally rather then vertically often produce more blooms. Vertically trained climbing roses will produce short spurs along their main stem or canes which will produce blooms. Besides the way they grow, growing climbing roses is not unlike growing other types of rose plants. Climbing roses need about six to seven hours of direct unfiltered sunlight a day. Even climbing roses that are said to do well in the part shade still need about four to five hours of direct sunlight a day.
When planning to grow climbing roses in your garden, take into consideration the height or length that these types of roses will grow to. Some species of climbing roses can grow to be around thirty feet in height. Other species can grow to be seven feet in height. Can the structure that you are planning to grow them on support this type of plant? The height of the plant will also depend on the type of climate you have in your area. Another thing to consider is which type of climbing rose is going to suit your garden. Some varieties of climbing roses are everbloomers which means that they bloom all throughout the growing season. Other varieties are spring bloomers meaning they only bloom in the spring.
One big difference between climbing roses and other types of rose plants is that they require very little pruning. There is no need to prune the plant for the first two years. If climbing roses are pruned every year like other rose plants, the opposite will happen to the climbers; they will produce fewer blooms. Owners can get away with pruning their climbing roses every three or four years. Even then, pruning consists of removing small canes and old or less vigorous canes at the base of the plant. Vigorous young canes are encouraged to grow and to become long and flexible. Owners will have an easier time training these canes through and onto structures.
The thing to remember with climbing roses is that you have to be patient. They may take a little while to get established and start blooming right after they are planted. But, when they do become established, the fragrance and the beauty of their colors are well worth the wait.
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You've decided you want to grow roses. You've read my previous article and you have a plan. You know:
1. Your level of gardening skill - this will help you determine the type of roses you want to grow.
2. How much space you can provide for growing roses.
3. That the area you have chosen for growing roses gets at least 6 hours of sunlight each day.
4. That there will be adequate ventilation in your rose growing spot.
5. There is sufficient drainage so that they do not get waterlogged when they get the equivalent of about one inch inch of rain each week.
Now we get to the really fun part - choosing what type of roses to grow!
Some roses are easier to grow than others and each type will grow to a different size and even have different types and numbers of flowers . I like to have early success when I start a project like this, so I will almost always choose the type of roses that will build my rose growing confidence. You may like more of a challenge, so take a look at these different types of roses and see what appeals to you.
Old Garden Roses. These are my favorite as they contain some of the oldest classes of roses and come in every size. They have a strong fragrance with flowers that bloom in almost any color you like. Many of this type of rose are repeat bloomers - you get to enjoy the flowers and fragrance multiple times during the growing roses season! They are also among the hardiest of roses - they can withstand a wide variety of climate and weather changes. Sounds like a great type of rose to start with.
Hybrid Teas - These are the type that usually comes to mind when talking about "roses." They have a single large flower (or bloom) at the end of a long stem and the flowers come in wide variety of colors.
Climbing Roses - These are the roses you see growing on trellises. They are vigorous growers and can grow to very great heights. They make an excellent backdrop for a yard or garden, however, they have to be trained to grow on a trellis or up buildings. Climbing Roses are available in a wide variety of colors, can be repeat bloomers and the flowers can be single large blooms or smaller multiple blooms.
Floribundas - The flowers of these roses tend to be smaller and come in bunches rather than single blooms. Because of their smaller size, they are easy to grow in containers, a real plus if space for growing roses is limited, or you just want to enhance your landscaping rather than have a full-blown rose garden. These roses were known as hybrid polyanthas prior to the 1940's (some trivia to impress your local nurseryman!).
Miniature Roses - these are for you if you don't have a yard! Yes - you can grow roses without have a lot of outdoor space. This rose type is grown in its own root stock making it extremely hardy. The plants themselves are small with blooms ranging from one-half inch to two inches in size and they flower continuously.
Now that you have some knowledge about the rose types and you have a plan for growing roses head out to your local nursery to see the different types of roses available. That will help you decide what type, size and color of roses you want to grow!
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You've decided you want to grow roses. You've read my previous article and you have a plan. You know:
1. Your level of gardening skill - this will help you determine the type of roses you want to grow.
2. How much space you can provide for growing roses.
3. That the area you have chosen for growing roses gets at least 6 hours of sunlight each day.
4. That there will be adequate ventilation in your rose growing spot.
5. There is sufficient drainage so that they do not get waterlogged when they get the equivalent of about one inch inch of rain each week.
Now we get to the really fun part - choosing what type of roses to grow!
Some roses are easier to grow than others and each type will grow to a different size and even have different types and numbers of flowers . I like to have early success when I start a project like this, so I will almost always choose the type of roses that will build my rose growing confidence. You may like more of a challenge, so take a look at these different types of roses and see what appeals to you.
Old Garden Roses. These are my favorite as they contain some of the oldest classes of roses and come in every size. They have a strong fragrance with flowers that bloom in almost any color you like. Many of this type of rose are repeat bloomers - you get to enjoy the flowers and fragrance multiple times during the growing roses season! They are also among the hardiest of roses - they can withstand a wide variety of climate and weather changes. Sounds like a great type of rose to start with.
Hybrid Teas - These are the type that usually comes to mind when talking about "roses." They have a single large flower (or bloom) at the end of a long stem and the flowers come in wide variety of colors.
Climbing Roses - These are the roses you see growing on trellises. They are vigorous growers and can grow to very great heights. They make an excellent backdrop for a yard or garden, however, they have to be trained to grow on a trellis or up buildings. Climbing Roses are available in a wide variety of colors, can be repeat bloomers and the flowers can be single large blooms or smaller multiple blooms.
Floribundas - The flowers of these roses tend to be smaller and come in bunches rather than single blooms. Because of their smaller size, they are easy to grow in containers, a real plus if space for growing roses is limited, or you just want to enhance your landscaping rather than have a full-blown rose garden. These roses were known as hybrid polyanthas prior to the 1940's (some trivia to impress your local nurseryman!).
Miniature Roses - these are for you if you don't have a yard! Yes - you can grow roses without have a lot of outdoor space. This rose type is grown in its own root stock making it extremely hardy. The plants themselves are small with blooms ranging from one-half inch to two inches in size and they flower continuously.
Now that you have some knowledge about the rose types and you have a plan for growing roses head out to your local nursery to see the different types of roses available. That will help you decide what type, size and color of roses you want to grow!
For lots more tips, articles and resources for growing roses go to http://www.rose-growing-tips.com
Or visit my Squidoo lens at http://www.squidoo.com/rose-growing
Haynes Miller is an avid gardener whose love of rose growing began in her grandmother's garden. She shares her love of growing roses with her daughter, who loves going to the nursery to view all the different types and picks out the colors of the plants.
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The reasons for wanting to transplant roses are numerous. It could be because you prefer to give it more sunlight or it could be that you are just changing things around a bit in your garden. But, whatever the reason, there are several things that you will need to know before you start pulling your plant out of the ground.
First things first; prepare the ground where you are planning to place your roses. The last thing you want to do is to allow the root ball to be exposed to the hot sun or loose any of its moisture. If your plant has to travel by vehicle to get to its new location, make sure that you cover the roots with a damp piece of burlap. A good tip to remember is to water your plant well the day before you plan to move it. Water is the secret of a successful transplant. The chances of transplanting a dry, wilting plant successfully are low. But, if the plant is full of water, the demands on the roots are minimized for a while after the transplant. Most likely you are going to loose some of the roots from transplanting the plant. The roots of a rose plant grow very deep into the soil past the point of a reasonable amount of soil that can be removed. But, with enough water absorbed by the rest of the plant, your roses have a greater chance of survival.
When digging the plant out, take as much of the root ball as you can handle. It is not necessary to prune healthy plant growth from the top structure in order for the plant to survive. The growth of the plant is important in the production of sugars. It only hurts the plant to cut its growth away. After the transplant if the plant starts to wilt at its tips it’s a sign that it is having trouble supporting its top structure. If this happens increase the amount that you water it and you can prune any tips that do not recover.
It’s a good idea to add about a half to a full cup of bone meal to the hole where the plant will go. You will also need to set the plant slightly higher then it was before because the plant will settle within the hole. The bud union can be about one or two inches above ground level. Once the plant is watered and has settled, you can press slightly on the plant to eliminate air pockets.
Most rose enthusiasts would agree not transplant roses in the growing season for several reasons. It is easier to transplant the roses while they are dormant because there is less of a risk of them going into shock since they are not growing. Plus, right after the annual pruning the plant will be smaller and easier to move around. But, with proper preparation and a lot of water, anyone can follow the steps listed here and anyone can have beautiful, flourishing roses after a transplant during any season.
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Have you been intimidated by the thought of putting together a flower arrangement but experienced failure before you even bought the flowers? Arranging flowers is not that difficult with a little guidance and some great ideas! Displaying your flowers can be fun especially when being creative in stylish but simple ways.
The first thing to start with is finding some basic household containers for your fresh cut flowers. Don't be limited to the typical glass vase but expand the horizons of your creativity and just start to look around you. Grandma's old water picture makes a great country look or a sterling silver pitcher for a more traditional look. Simple candle votive holders with a single flower in it at each place setting at your dinner party, adds a touch of elegance. Old cans and bottles can be quite nostalgic. The ideas are endless without the expense of purchasing a vase. Choosing flowers with large heads like lilies, orchids or sunflowers individually put in a container all lined up is quite stylish.
Using vintage teapots, tumblers or even old jam jars can create a conversation piece. Be sure to cut the stems short so the flowerheads skim the top of the container. Jar or glass containers can be put inside baskets for a unique fall look or spring assortment.
If you have a suitable vase but the color is just not right, try wrapping it with ribbon, string or a scarf. This adds a nice visual interest and distracts the eye from the vase. You could even stick the vase inside a decorative gift bag for that goes with your theme or decor.
It is much easier to coordinate the color of flowers once you have the vase design set. Another great idea, yet simple, is to cover the outside of the vase in double-sided adhesive tape. Then stick large leaves vertically around. Some household leaves look wonderful because of their exotic markings, coloration or glossiness. If you have no leaves, wind plain string or colored in coils around the bottles of jars. Adding beads or shells can add an ethnic look. Satin parcel ribbon or even honeysuckle vines will work. Go with where your interests lie.
If this is all not simple enough for you or you have had a few disasters in your demonstration, then a lovely way of displaying flowers is to cut off individual flower heads and float them in a low dish of water. Adding small floating candles is very romantic and brings a peace and tranquillity into your arrangement and your home.
Flower arranging is not something you can really fail at if the flowers you love are mixed with the people you love. Whether the arrangement is for your home or elsewhere, enjoy your creation and the time you spent creating it. Stop and smell the flowers is a cliché we have all heard but oh so true! In this fast paced world, take time to enjoy the scents, beauty and diversity of flowers.
The American Rose Society did not at first accept the term 'floribunda'. Is a rose that is crossbred a true rose? I suppose that would be a matter of opinion. Roses are highly crossbred. A floribunda could be dubbed the modern rose. You might think of it as an enhanced rose, bred to bring out the best in a flowering plant.
So, what is a floribunda? Although many varieties have been developed, a floribunda is a hybrid that was originally a cross between a polyantha and a tea rose. There was a man who developed many varieties in 1920; his nickname became Papa Floribunda.
This flower is grown mainly for garden color. The floribunda grows lower, which can be a positive attribute. Known as a cluster rose, the floribunda tolerates neglect better than any other rose type except shrub roses. A floribunda is a good landscape choice because it can provide an almost nonstop source of color.
Positive aspects of the floribunda include: abundant flowers, long-lasting blooms, versatile for landscaping, can be used as a hedge or just to accent the landscape, some have a more intense fragrance than most other roses, and they have a delicate appearance.
Negative aspects include: not eligible for Queen of Show, need plenty of feeding, fare far better on a regular feeding schedule (be sure to consider this if you are the type of person who forgets to feed your plants or just doesn't have the time to devote to a regular feeding schedule), takes 3 years to reach maturity, has shorter stems, and has a small size.
Floribundas will be healthier with good air circulation; so when pruning, it helps to leave the center of the bush open. If you have trouble remembering when to prune, prune near a holiday or a special day during the pruning season. If you leave the older canes when pruning, you are rewarded with larger amounts of color later. Also, take care to remove a cane that rubs another. Pruning will aid in air circulation, which helps to cut down on insects and disease as well.
Other things to remember to maintain healthy floribundas that are grown in pots are: plenty of root space, good drainage, a pot that is heavy enough to sustain against wind should the pot be kept in an area more susceptible to windy conditions, a pot that is wide enough to provide stability. [ A word of caution: saucers under pots can invite root rot.]
Even in floribundas, chemicals are needed to control problems. Concentrates must be applied with care so as not to cause leaf burn.
Some interesting names of existing floribundas are: Playboy, Playgirl, Pure Poetry, Eye Paint, French Lace, Show Biz, Cherish, and Trumpeter.
If you wrap your roses in paper or foil, then plunge them deep into water, it will keep their stems from sagging should you desire to display them.
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Springtime and everyone's thoughts tend toward planting a garden. One of the most rewarding ways to garden is growing roses. Their beauty and fragrance will enhance your yard and your reputation as a gardener. There are many ways to grow roses. You can grow climbing roses, rose bushes, miniature roses and you can even start growing roses in containers. If you choose the correct varieties, you will also be able to cut them and enjoy their beauty inside your home as well.
When I think of successful rose growing, Bree Hodge (played by Marcia Cross) from Desperate Housewives comes to mind. You know who I'm talking about! That woman is a domestic goddess, her home is always sparkling clean, she is a great cook and an award winning gardener (I think she could use some parenting tips, though!). She's fictional Fairview's Martha Stewart!
Bree would never consider growing roses without having a plan! Here are some tips to help you plan growing roses in your garden for years of beauty and enjoyment.
1. Assess your level of gardening skill. A less experienced gardener may want to choose one of the older rose breeds as they are easier to care for and hardier than the newer hybrids. Many older rose breeds were known simply as rose bushes.
2. Determine how much space you can devote to growing roses. Growing miniature roses may be ideal for gardens with limited space, but if you have a large area available, you might consider growing climbing roses which can cover an entire wall. For really limited space, try growing roses in containers.
3. Be sure the area you have chosen gets enough sunlight. Growing roses requires at least six (6) hours of direct sunlight each day. If you plant them under trees or other vegetation, they won't be exposed to enough sun and may not get enough nutrients from the soil.
4. Be sure there is adequate ventilation. Without adequate ventilation, your roses may be exposed to excessive heat, which will stress the plants. For growing roses, find a spot which is not wind-sheltered, but still gets the required daily sunlight.
5. Don't forget about water and drainage. While growing roses, you want to be sure that they receive the equivalent of about one inch of rain per week, and remember that they require adequate drainage as they don't do well in water-logged soil.
6. Consider the colors of your rose blooms and the symmetry of your garden space. Stick to symmetrical bands of color and don't mix rose colors haphazardly.
Now that you have some guidelines for planning your rose garden get out there and grow roses!
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Haynes Miller is an avid gardener whose love of rose growing began in her grandmother's garden. She shares her love of growing roses with her daughter, who picks out the colors of the plants (keeping tip 6 in mind!).
Many of us garden because we want to grow our own fruits and vegetables. An attractive landscape or curb appeal may be the goal of others. Gardening, no matter what kind, can also be therapeutic. For many people gardening relaxes the mind, body and spirit. Actually, it is not gardening that's relaxing but the way that we approach it. If gardening is seen as a chore, it's stressful. If we view it as enjoyable, it can help relieve stress.
Focusing on your gardening task is the key to relieving stress. Digging, chopping, and hitting motions can relieve stress and tension. In some settings, people hit dummies, slam pillows or hit into thin air but motions of gardening release stress. Strenuous activities also provide an outlet for pent up aggression. Strenuous activities are certainly not the only ways to relieve stress. Something as simple as a walk around the garden may be just what the doctor ordered. When you take your walk, be sure to absorb all the colors, fragrances and designs in the garden. You can also admire your gardening skills and this is sure to reverse the stress into a state of well being.
Here are some pointers for your stress free gardening:
Make a short "to do" list and stick to it. Don't try to do everything in one afternoon, evening, or weekend because this is sure to manifest as stress. Attack garden chores with the same vigor as weight-lifting, running, or swimming.
Stop and rest periodically reviving yourself with some stretching and plenty of fluids. Listening to music while gardening can add a pleasurable environment with the calming effect of your favorite tunes. Teach your children how to garden. Not only will they be learning a lifelong skill but will cherish the time spent with you.
Stress is at an all time high in the society we live in today and is the root cause of many diseases and chronic illnesses. Learn how to quite your mind and tune out the noise by having brief moments of internal silence. If you don't have the yard or space to denote your own gardening skills, volunteer! There are many places that have horticultural therapy programs that are in need of volunteers. Schools, day cares, nursing homes and hospitals are great places to start looking to volunteer.
Gardening has many other advantages, too. Growing your own produce supplies you with fresh fruit and vegetables for your summer meals. This is always too a great avenue to share the harvest with friends and family. What's better than home grown tomatoes from your own garden? Being out in the sun in limited amounts of time gardening also supplies you with vitamin D. Sunshine brightens your spirits and will give you that sun kissed glow. Remember moderation is key when being out in the sun.
Gardening usually requires a lot of bending and lifting. Doing it the wrong way can put a lot of strain on your lower back so a good technique for planting or weeding is to squat. Put one knee on the ground rather than bending at the waist switching knees every few minutes. Kneel on a small pillow or purchase knee pads which you can buy at a department store, hardware store, or gardening shop. Also use caution when lifting shrubs or bags of soil or waste. Try to keep your back straight and bend at your knees. Use your legs instead of your back to lift the weight. Be careful not to twist your body and if something is too heavy to lift then wait on help. Gardening is an excellent way to relieve stress for all ages but remember to do it safely and over time. Gardening can become not only a stress reliever but an fulfilling hobby to share with your friends and family.
