Matt Douglas and Theresa Byington dig deep into the history and allure of Damask Roses.
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Winter Watering
Ugh, there is nothing less appealing to me than dragging the hose out in the middle of winter. I mean come on, my garden looks like a wasteland and my fingers are aching at the mere thought of connecting the hose. The reality is, winter can be one of the driest and most stressful seasons […]
Know Your Zone
Shhh! Do you want to know the single greatest success factor for growing great roses? Pick your roses to match your environment instead of trying to change your environment to fit your roses. I get it, we all do it. You’ll be shopping at the garden center, big box, or even the grocery store and […]
Fall Pruning (or not)
Now that we are getting a little chill in the air, I often get questions asking for advice on fall pruning. My simple response often catches people off guard. My advice is, don’t do it. Go take a walk, carve a pumpkin, chase a turkey or just take a nap. Pruning is crucial to the […]
High Country Roses’ History Podcast
Matt Douglas and Theresa Byington discuss the origins and mission of High Country Roses as we get ready to celebrate our 50th anniversary.
Rosa glauca Seed Project
Rosa glauca (also known as the red-leaved rose or Rosa rubrifolia) is one of my all-time favorite roses. It’s a graceful, upright-growing species rose prized as much for its foliage as for its flowers. Its distinctive blue-gray leaves are flushed with burgundy and purple tones, creating a smoky color that stands out in the garden […]