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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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.
By Stan V. Griep
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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.
By Stan V. Griep
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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.
By Stan V. Griep
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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.
By Stan V. Griep
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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.
By Stan V. Griep
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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.
By Stan V. Griep
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Starting A Rose Garden - Caring For Rose Bushes
Rose gardens are known for their peaceful beauty, fragrance and symbolism. Starting a rose garden takes some planning and a special love for gorgeous blooms.
By Nikki Tilley
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Winter Protection For Rose Bushes: Preparing Roses For Winter
The best way to avoid having your roses die in the winter is prevention. With proper planting and preparation, overwintering rose bushes can be accomplished with ease. Read here to learn more.
By Gardening Know How
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Planting Rose Bushes In The Fall
Whether you should be planting rose bushes in the fall depends on several factors. Take a look at these factors in this article so you can decide if fall planting of roses is ideal for you.
By Heather Rhoades
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Roses With Powdery Mildew: Getting Rid Of Powdery Mildew On Roses
Those of us who grow and care for roses often encounter a soft white coating on our plants. If you think you’re seeing powdery mildew on your roses, take a few minutes to learn why it’s there and what can be done about it. This article will help with that.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Training Climbing Roses – How To Get A Climbing Rose To Climb
Paying attention to your climbing rose bush will pay off. A little TLC and training will help them grow vertically instead of horizontally.
By Stan V. Griep
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Roses Have Holes In Leaves: Why Do My Roses Have Holes In The Leaves
Do your rose leaves have holes in them? This happens more often than you might think. While finding roses with holes can be frustrating, there are a number of reasons this can occur and most are quite fixable. This article will help.
By Stan V. Griep
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Identifying Rose Slugs And Effective Rose Slug Treatment
In this article we will take a look at rose slugs. Rose slugs have two main members when it comes to this family of slugs, so the particular variety and damage done will typically tell which one you have.
By Stan V. Griep
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Removing Rose Suckers – Tips On How To Get Rid Of Rose Suckers
In the rose bed, suckers are ornery growths that spring out of the hardy rootstock of grafted rose bushes, just below the grafted knuckle union. Learn more about sucker growth on roses in this article and find tips on getting rid of them.
By Stan V. Griep
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What To Grow Under Roses: Tips For Growing Plants Under Rose Bushes
Whether you're looking for ways to improve the look of your rose garden or trying to help encourage beneficial insects to the area, it's sometimes necessary to add plants that grow well under roses. So what to grow under roses, you ask. Click here to learn more.
By Stan V. Griep
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Pruning Rose Bushes: Cutting Back Roses To Keep Them Beautiful
Pruning roses is a necessary part of keeping rose bushes healthy. But many people have questions about cutting back roses and how to trim roses back the right way. This article will help with that.
By Stan V. Griep
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Rose Varieties: What Are Some Different Types Of Roses
A rose is a rose is a rose and then some. There are different rose types and not all are created equal. Click on this article to learn more about the kinds of roses you might come across when looking for one to plant in the garden.
By Stan V. Griep