Did you know that some rose varieties are disappearing? These are old kinds of roses that people grew many years ago, sometimes over a hundred years in the past. They are often called “heritage” or “heirloom” roses, and many of them are hard to find today. There are a fewContinue Reading
November is a good time to take cuttings from your roses if you want to grow more plants next year. A cutting is a small piece of a rose stem that can grow into a whole new bush. It’s a fun way to share your favorite roses with friends orContinue Reading
By November, most of the roses have stopped blooming and the weather is getting colder. This is a great time to clean up your rose garden. Cleaning now helps prevent diseases and pests from living in the garden over the winter. It also keeps your roses healthier next year. StartContinue Reading
Do you ever forget which rose is which in your garden? When spring and summer come, roses are easy to tell apart by their blooms. But in the fall and winter, it can be hard to remember which plant is which. That’s why it’s a good idea to label yourContinue Reading
After a long season of digging, planting, and pruning, your garden tools need a little care. October is the perfect time to clean them up before winter. Clean tools work better and last longer, and they help keep your roses healthy, too. Start by gathering the tools you use most—pruners,Continue Reading
Even though most roses bloom in spring and summer, the rose garden can still be beautiful in fall. Some rose bushes change color in the fall just like trees do. Their leaves can turn red, gold, orange, or even purple before they drop. You might also see rose hips, theContinue Reading
As the days get colder, it’s time to start getting your roses ready for winter. One of the best ways to protect them is by using mulch. Mulch is a layer of material placed around the base of a plant to help keep it warm and safe from freezing weather.Continue Reading
Most gardeners grow roses from cuttings or by buying plants at the store, but did you know you can grow roses from seeds, too? September is a good time to collect seeds from rose hips if you’re curious about trying this fun and patient method of rose growing. To collectContinue Reading
Everyone loves the look of a rose, but did you know that the petals can be used in many fun and beautiful ways? As the growing season winds down, this is a great time to collect rose petals and enjoy their color and scent long after the blooms are gone.Continue Reading
In late September, your roses start to slow down. The days get shorter, the nights get colder, and the plants begin to rest. This is the time to help them ease into fall by giving them the care they need to stay strong through the changing seasons. One of theContinue Reading