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| There are many different types of roses, each with its own special needs and growing requirements. All roses need at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight each day, and good soil drainage. The easiest to grow are the old-fashioned, heirloom varieties. Hybrid teas require the most care. |
| Planting Roses |
| Bare root roses should be planted in early to mid spring. Container roses can be planted anytime from spring to early fall. Choose an area with well drained soil with at least 4 to 6 hours of full sun daily. Prune off any dead or broken stems before planting. Space roses about two feet apart; plant just slightly deeper than they were in the containers. Water thouroughly at time of planting. Add about 2 inches of mulch around the base of your plant. After new growth appears, apply a water soluble plant food or fertilizer suitable for roses. Water your roses every 3 or 4 days in periods of hot, dry weather; be careful not to wet the foliage, as this encourages disease. |
 Old-Fashion | Hybrid Teas | Climbers |
| Miniatures | Floribunda | Grandiflora |
| Rose Color Meanings | |
| Red~True Love | White~Reverence |
| Yellow~Friendship | Peach~Appreciation |
| Pink~Joy | Lavender~Enchanted |
| Orange~Fascination | Coral~Desire |
| Black~Goodbye | Red/White~Unity |
| Pruning Roses |
| Pruning roses can be done anytime, but the ideal time is early spring as soon as new growth starts. Another pruning right after the first bloom will produce more flowers later on. Cut back long canes by one third again in late fall. Always use clean, very sharp pruning shears, and cut just above an outward pointing bud. Cut on a slant, at an angle of about 30 degrees, with the upper edge of the cut just above the bud. Remove dead wood and old, non-flowering canes. Remove excessive growth, criss-crossed canes, and canes that are growing in an unwanted direction. Prune agressive, over-grown canes to shape the plant. Remove all diseased or injured wood or parts that failed to develop normally. "Disbudding" means to remove side buds to produce fewer but larger blooms. |
| During the time when Queen Victoria reigned, it was a tradition among young women on the night before June 21st to pick a perfect rose at midnite, and place it in a glass of water. The next morning, if the rose was still fresh, it was a sign that the man she loved returned her love. If it was wilted, it meant he did not truly love her. |
| Roses with Strong Fragrance |
| Common Reasons For Sparse Bloom |
| Not Enough Sun: Roses need at least 6 hours of direct sun each day, preferably morning sun. Not Enough Water: Roses need at least an inch per week during the growing season. Over Fertilization: Too much fertilizer, especially nitrogen, can cause an overgrowth of foliage and few blooms. Soil ph Too High or Too Low: The ideal soil ph for roses is 6.5-6.8. A New Plant: Roses have more bloom after being established for at least a year. |
| Black Spot Disease |
| Black Spot is a disease characterized by mildew and black spots on the foliage of roses, caused by too much moisture and poor air circulation. Black Spot is common after periods of heavy rain. To treat, mix 2 tsps of baking soda with a few drops of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Spray affected rose bushes in the early morning hours. Repeat every four days until black spot disappears. |
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| To make rose potpourri, collect the petals from roses that are fully open. Spread them on a flat surface or a screen until they are fully dry and crisp. After they are dry, add to a quart jar. Mix with a tbsp of a fixative such as dry lavender (available in the spice section). Add a spice such as cinnamon or nutmeg. Now, add a few drops of your favorite perfume. Shake lightly once a day. In about 10 days, the mixture will be ready to use. Dried mint, scented geranium leaves, rosemary, and lemon verbena may be added to the potpourri for additional fragrance. Be sure all the materials are totally dry to prevent mildew. |
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