A Glossary of Rose Terms
If rose lovers want to discuss roses it makes it much easier if we can agree to use the same terminology. The following is a glossary of basic botanical & common terms used to describe rose plant parts.
5 Instagram-Worthy Rose Gardens in Washington State
After touring Washington’s 5 Instagram-worthy rose gardens, you may want to grow your own. Use these IG photos of your favorite roses for easy inspiration.
How to grow great container roses
You can also enjoy the beauty of roses by growing them in patio containers. All types of roses can be grown – provided you follow a few simple guidelines.
Is an AGRS Rose a better rose?
The All-America Rose Selections (AARS) was an award that was given annually, from 1940 to 2013, to an outstanding new rose variety. It was regarded as the most prestigious rose prize in the U.S. for 73 years, but AARS was discontinued after 2013 and replaced by the updated American Garden Rose Selections (AGRS) program.
Roses are evaluated for two years on many qualities, including disease resistance, flowers, form, and ability to grow in many climates.
20 great roses with bold colors
Here are 20 rose choices that I’ve had good luck with. Each was picked with the thought of setting 3 plants to create your first colorful garden with 60 bushes.
Uh-Oh: 7 Rose newbie mistakes
Oops. I’ve been there too, trying to be my rose’s best parent, but then sometimes you find that you’ve eased into some habits that are harming your bushes.
Cellphones in the garden
For many of us, time spent in the garden is an escape, but there are some practical reasons for taking your smartphone out in the garden with you every time.
Rebuilding America’s rose garden
Rose growing in America is rapidly changing, and so is America’s Rose Garden in Shreveport . Here’s a glimpse into the recent changes at the ARS headquarters.
ARS endorsed products
These ARS endorsed products have undergone extensive testing by their members nationwide, and been found to be of high quality and a benefit to rose growers.
Honoring “Rosie the Riveter” with gardens
The Rosie Rose Gardens idea has grown when it was realized that America needed to honor the ‘Rosies’ who’d worked at the home front during WWII. We can help.
About my Ironwood tools
Without these ratchet tools, I wouldn’t be in the garden as much. They’re my working secret – and more people would benefit from them if they knew about them.
Packing the most into a small rose garden
Just because you may have less space than the imagined acre of your dream house, don’t think you can’t make your current yard attractive. Especially in 2020.
It’s 2020 – tear out your lawn!
Despite its traditional American status as a family playground, many of us are ripping out our lawns. Here’s why they are obsolete and how to reclaim the space.
How to correctly water your roses
Watering is arguably the most important aspect of growing any plant. The right amount of watering will promote a healthy shrub that will flower longer.
Rose Gardening for the Birds
Most good wild bird nesting sites require good leaf cover, correctly shaped twig structures that fit the bird, & finally a location 5-10 feet off the ground.
Many, many types of roses
We’ll focus on the main 8 classes found in modern gardens in the US & Europe. Your choice of rose depends on how you plan to use it and on your own preferences.
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