Latest articles by Stan V. Griep
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What Is A Wingthorn Rose Plant: Care Of Wingthorn Rose Bushes
When I hear of Wingthorn roses, a picture of a classic castle in England comes to mind. However, the Wingthorn rose is an unusual species from China. Read the article that follows to learn more about this rose.
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Rose Chafer Facts: Treating Rose Chafers On Garden Roses
The rose chafer, like the Japanese beetle, is a true villain of the rose bed. Both appear to have the same habits and life cycles and attack plants and blooms without mercy.
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Rose Stem Girdlers - Tips For Controlling Rose Cane Borers
While doing what they need to do to survive, boring into our rose canes, this action causes harm, and sometimes death, to our rose bushes. Read here to learn more about these rose stem girdlers.
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Rose Hip Information – Learn When And How To Harvest Rose Hips
What are rose hips and what can rose hips be used for? Check out this article for rose hip information and learn how to harvest rose hips so you can take advantage of all they have to offer. Click here for more information.
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Aphids On Roses: Controlling Aphids On Roses
Aphids like to visit our plants and rose bushes every year and can form a major attack on them fairly quickly. Controlling aphids on roses is well worth the effort to keep beautiful roses. Learn more here.
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Brown Edges On Roses: How To Treat Brown Edges On Rose Leaves
"My rose leaves are turning brown on edges. Why?" This is a commonly asked question. Brown edges on roses can be caused by many things. Take a look at these in this article so you can find treat them.
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Cause Roses: Plant A Rosebush, Support A Cause
Have you ever heard of the Roses for a Cause program? If you buy one of the rosebushes listed in the program, a percentage of the money goes to help a specified cause. Click here to fine out more.
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What Is Rose Balling: Reasons For Rosebuds Dying Before Opening
Are your rosebuds dying before opening? If your rosebuds won't open into beautiful flowers, then they are likely suffering from a condition known as rose flower balling. Click here to learn more about what causes this and how to fix the problem.
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Planting Rose Bushes - Step By Step Instructions To Plant A Rose Bush
Planting roses is a fun and enjoyable way to add beauty to your garden. While planting roses may seem intimidating for the beginning gardener, in fact, the process is very easy. Click here to learn more.
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Getting Rid Of Spider Mites On Roses
Spider mites can be tough customer pests to deal with in the rose bed or garden. This article will help with tips on how to control spider mites on roses to make this ordeal a bit easier.
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What Is Rose Rosette Disease: Control Of Rose Rosette And Witches Broom In Roses
Rose Rosette disease, also known as witches' broom in roses, is a heartbreaker for the rose gardener. So what does Rose Rosette disease look like? Read here for info on how to treat witches' broom in roses.
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Rose Rust Disease - Treating Rust On Roses
There are actually nine species of the rose rust fungus. Roses and rust are a frustrating combination for rose gardeners. Learn more about how to treat rose rust in this article.
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Red Leaves On Roses: What To Do For Red Leaves On A Rose Bush
Are your rose leaves turning red? Red leaves on a rose bush can be normal to the growth pattern of the bush; however, this can also be a warning sign of big problems. Learn more in this article.
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Prepare New Rose Beds - Learn More About Starting Your Own Rose Garden
Have you been thinking about having a new rose bed? Fall is truly the perfect time of year to prepare the soil for a new rose bed. This article has tips to help get you started.
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Feeding Roses - Tips For Selecting Fertilizer For Fertilizing Roses
Feeding roses is important because we are giving them all the nutrients they need. Picking the right rose fertilizer is important too, and there are a few things to keep in mind when fertilizing roses. Click here for more.
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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.
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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.
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How To Prune Knock Out Roses
One thing to keep in mind about Knock Out rose bushes is that they are very quick growing. A common question is "do I need to prune Knock Out roses?" Read here to look at what goes into pruning Knock Out roses.
