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NEWS FLASH….Roses have arrived! Over 80 varieties in stock!
Very Fragrant , lemony scent with long stems & bold yellow color
This is one of my favorites; smells delicious & makes great cut flower!
THE IRRESISTIBLE ROSE
Roses have something irresistible that attracts gardeners. Their variety, form, fragrance, flower and history add to their enchantment. Year after year they will provide enjoyment with a commitment of minimal care. There are many roses, which will flourish in our climate producing gorgeous blooms. We carry a large variety and selection of roses including: modern roses, miniatures, climbing, shrub, English roses and old garden roses.
“Modern” rose is a term use to refer to the hybrid tea rose, the floribundas and the grandifloras. Modern roses trace their heritage to old garden roses.
Hybrid Tea – These are the most popular and grow 5’-6’ in height. They have large beautiful flowers on long stems, which make them a wonderful cut flower. Available in almost every color, they flower in our area in two flushes of bloom. The first is in May to early June. They then
Bloom sporadically during the heat. The second flush occurs in September to early October.
Floribunda – A very hardy short rose which grows 2’-3’ in height. The small flowers are borne in clusters. They can bloom from late spring through fall.
Grandiflora – a class of tall-growing varieties, up to 6’ high, with flowers smaller than the hybrid teas but in clusters of 5-7.
Miniatures – These grow from 6” to 18” tall. They are less hardy than some of the other roses and require a little protection.
Climbers – There are four types of climbers and it is important to know which you have as each has different pruning times and requirements.
There are: ramblers; large-flowered climbers; climbing hybrid teas; and true climbers. All grow tall -6’-20’- and require support. Their flower type varies.
Shrub- This is the rose for gardeners who don’t want to fuss because these roses can survive with little care once established, they don’t need deadheading or pruning and are more resistant to disease, fungus and insect problems. Old foliage should be cut back in late winter and dead wood and debris should be removed regularly.
English- these roses have the qualities of both modern and old garden roses. They have the modern virtues of contained bushes and they will bloom more than once in a season. Their color, fragrance and form resemble that of the old garden rose.
Old Garden – These roses are also known as heritage or antique roses. Victorian gardeners lost interest in these roses with the introduction of the hybrid tea, but gardeners are beginning to become interested in these lovely beauties. Their fragrance surpasses that offered by the modern rose and they are more winter hardy. Add this to your garden if you like the look of a large flowering shrub.
Basic Rose Care:
• Roses require full direct sun – at least 6 hours, good air circulation and a site, which drains well. Roses like to be kept moist and should be watered at the base only. Avoid allowing water to accumulate on the leaves. This will help to prevent black spot fungus from developing.
• Roses are heavy feeders and should be fertilized with a fertilizer such as 5-10-5 or Rose-Tone as new growth appears and every 2-3 weeks thereafter. Ortho Rose Care combination pack will feed and protect roses for up to 6 weeks.
• Pruning is variety specific – usually late February to early March as the buds swell. You should check with our plant experts for the proper time. Fall pruning is not recommended. During the entire year you should always remove dead wood from the rose plant and remove all debris from around the base of the plant. This will help to prevent insect infestation.
• If you have a question or problem with your rose(s), it is best to cut a sample which reflects the problem, place it in a zip locked bag and bring it into the Garden Center. One of our plant experts will advise you on the problem and the proper course of action. Please be sure to zip the bag containing the sample is securely zipped to prevent possible contamination of our nursery stock.
Most Common Pests:
• Aphids, cankers, Japanese beetles, spider mites and whitefly.
Most Common Diseases:
Blackspot, powdery mildew and rust.
Polystichum setiferum ‘Divisilobum’ (Soft-Shield Fern)**
Ask our Garden Center plant experts to assist your with selections & products appropriate for your garden.
• Fertilize with ESPOMA Rose-Tone©
• Plant with ½ Leaf Gro and ½ existing soil.
• Mulch with pine bark or hardwood mulch.
• Check soil’s moisture with a Moisture Meter.
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