Every once in a while, I may make a slight miscalculation when planting my roses. It can be the result of anything; from a lack of sunshine, to roses that were planted too close together, to a dry spot in the irrigation, or maybe its just a couple of colors that just simply don’t go […]
I just wrote an entire post about protecting your roses that are planted in the ground. I realized I neglected to address one of the most challenging parts of winter protection, roses in containers.
The most common question I get this time of year is about what you should do to protect your roses in the winter. Over the years, I’ve heard of some creative solutions and it seems like rose lovers will do just about anything to help their roses through the cold months and give them a […]
Get Planting (Fall Style). Fall is a great time to plant roses. I always say, if it wasn’t for fall planting, I wouldn’t have any roses in my own garden. While that may be a be an occupational hazard, given what spring in the nursery typically looks like, fall really is a great time for […]
Fall Rose Care Tips. Enjoy Your Roses! – I think this point is too easily overlooked. Love your garden and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Cooler temperatures bring out the blooms and intensifies the color of many roses. I’m particularly proud of this Over the Moon bloom (above) in my new rose bed. Plant New Roses – It’s a great […]
by David Mulholland It might be another month or two before spring has sprung, but that means it’s time to start planning.
