Roses
A rose is just a rose, or is it? There are many rose varieties, and caring for roses depends on the type you have and climate you live in. So before you go planting a rose bush, keep in mind what variety you are growing. How to grow roses successfully will mean providing good rose care. We can help with that. In the following pages, you will find information not only on how to grow roses, but there are also many tips on caring for roses no matter what the variety—which will help avoid problems with roses (like pests and disease) later.
Roses
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Learn More About Long Stem Roses
When most of the general public thinks of roses, the Hybrid Tea Florists roses, also known as long-stemmed roses, are what first come to mind. Read this article to learn more about the long-stemmed rose bush.
By Stan V. Griep
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Botrytis Control On Roses
Botrytis blight fungus can reduce a blooming rose bush to a mass of dry, brown, dead flowers. But botrytis blight in roses can be treated. To learn how to treat this rose problem, read the following article.
By Stan V. Griep
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The Most Beautiful Roses - Beautiful Romantic Roses
Learn more here about the most beautiful roses available and assist gardeners and florists in choosing those best for their intended use.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Dry Roses - Ways To Preserve Dried Roses
Symbolic of love and caring, it is understandable that many want to preserve roses as a treasured keepsake.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Is A Tuscan Sun Rose – Tips On Tuscan Sun Rose Bush Care
Choosing strong, robust varieties of roses is crucial to the success of rose plantings. Learn about one good option: the Tuscan Sun rose.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Press Roses Flat - Preserving Pressed Roses
Although it’s tricky, pressing roses is possible and always worth the extra effort. Read on to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Rose Topiary Tree: How To Prune A Rose Topiary
Learning more about making a rose topiary can help rose lovers to decide if this garden project is right for them.
By Tonya Barnett
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Rose Infused Honey - How To Make Rose Honey
If you’ve ever wondered how to make rose petal honey, luckily, the process isn't difficult. Click here for an easy-to-follow rose petal honey recipe.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Companions For Drift Roses – Learn What To Plant With Drift Roses
A growing number of rose lovers are adding drift roses (by Star Roses) to their beds as companion plantings with their larger rose bushes and perennials. For more information on companion plants for drift roses, click here.
By Stan V. Griep
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My Fresh Cut Roses Keep Wilting: How To Keep Cut Roses Fresh
Roses look great in the garden but are good in bouquets too. If your fresh-cut roses keep wilting, then this article can help. Click here to find tips for keeping roses fresh after being cut so you can enjoy these lovely flowers even longer.
By Stan V. Griep
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Nootka Rose Info: History And Uses Of Nootka Wild Roses
One of the things I love about growing roses and gardening in general is that there is always something new to learn as with Nootka roses. Read here for more information about Nootka rose plants.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rose Crown Gall: Learn About Crown Gall Damage In Roses
Crown gall disease is truly a tough customer to deal with in the rose beds and a heart breaker if it attacks a favorite rose bush. Learn more about crown gall rot control and crown gall damage in roses here.
By Stan V. Griep
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Learn About Brown Canker on Roses
In this article, we will take a look at brown canker (Cryptosporella umbrina) and its attack upon our rose bushes. Learn what to look for and how to treat the problem should brown canker arise.
By Stan V. Griep
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What Are Hybrid Tea Roses And Grandiflora Roses?
In this article, we will take a look at two classifications of roses: the Hybrid Tea rose and the Grandiflora rose. These are among the two most popular varieties of rose bushes grown.
By Stan V. Griep
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What Are Differences Between Rambler Roses And Climbing Roses?
In this article, we will take a look at two classifications of roses: the rambler roses and the climbing roses. Many think that these two types of roses are the same, but this is not true. Click here to learn more.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rose Companion Planting: Companion Plants For Rose Bushes
Companion plantings for rose bushes can add a nice touch to the rose bed. Companion planting can serve multiple purposes in the rose bed. Learn about companions for roses in this article.
By Stan V. Griep
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What Are Ground Cover Roses: Tips On Caring For Ground Cover Roses
Ground cover rose bushes are fairly new and are actually in the official classification of shrub roses. The Ground Cover, or Carpet Roses, label was created by those marketing them for sale but are quite fitting labels for them. Learn more in this article.
By Stan V. Griep