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Keeping a rose journal is a great way to remember what happens in your garden each year. August is a perfect time to start because you’ve already seen your roses grow through the spring and summer. Writing things down helps you learn more about your roses and become a betterContinue Reading

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Have you ever been to a rose trial garden? These are special gardens where different kinds of roses are tested to see how well they grow and bloom. August is a fun time to visit because the roses are still blooming, and you can see many colors, shapes, and sizesContinue Reading

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As summer begins to wind down, roses still have plenty of growing left to do. August is a good time to start preparing your rose garden for the changes that come with fall. For those in the Pacific Northwest, the days are still warm, but the nights may begin toContinue Reading

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Climbing roses add a breathtaking touch to any garden, but they need proper training and support to grow strong and produce abundant blooms. Without guidance, their long canes can become tangled or grow in the wrong direction, reducing their beauty and overall health. Learning how to train and tie climbingContinue Reading

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As summer continues, some rose blooms begin to fade, and without proper care, the plant may stop producing new flowers. Deadheading, or removing spent blooms, is a simple but effective way to encourage continuous flowering and keep the rose bushes looking fresh and healthy. When a rose finishes blooming, itContinue Reading

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July’s combination of heat and humidity can create the perfect conditions for fungal diseases like black spot and powdery mildew. These diseases can weaken roses, cause leaves to fall off, and reduce the number of blooms. Keeping an eye out for early symptoms and taking action quickly can help preventContinue Reading

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Summer brings warm weather and beautiful blooms, but it also invites pests that can damage roses. Aphids, thrips, and beetles are among the most common insects that attack rose plants, feeding on leaves, buds, and flowers. Keeping these pests under control is important for maintaining healthy, thriving roses throughout theContinue Reading