Choose the Right Roses for Your Garden
Roses are the flower of love, and every woman loves to receive them. They look great when grown in your home garden, they give off a scent like no other flower, and they come in an assortment of colors. Plant one color or plant many colors. A well-selected rose that is suitable for your conditions will bring much pleasure and beauty to the garden.
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- Decide on color. How will the color of your roses affect your garden? Look at different catalogs, as well as your neighbors' gardens, to get an idea of the colors you like best.
- Consider size. In addition to color, the size of the roses you choose is very important. Consider the height of your roses at full-growth. If the roses grow fifteen feet in height, will they look unattractive in your garden? Remember, the size of roses vary. While some roses may grow up until eight feet, other can grow up to twenty feet in height.
- Think about climate. In order for your roses to grow healthy and mature, they have to be adjusted to your climate. For example, if you live in an area where it snows six months out of the year, you'll want to make sure you purchase roses that can withstand cold temperatures. If you have humid summers, choose roses that are resistant to diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew.
- Consider maintenance. How much time are you willing to spend maintaining your roses? Do you live to be in the garden, or are you more of a low-maintenance type? There are several types of roses which are very high-maintenance. Although they will look beautiful in your garden, they will require a lot of your time. The classifications known as hybrid teas and floribundas are very beautiful, long blooming, and highly fragrant; however, many of them are disease-prone. Older varieties, "landscape roses," and many others are easy and rewarding to grow.
Tips
- If you're new to gardening and want to try your hand at growing roses, landscape roses may be your best option. These roses are easy to care for and disease-resistant. They'll look stunning just about anywhere. If your garden has trellises, you can add several climbing roses as well. Although climbing roses look very similar to landscape roses, climbing roses have been trained to grow upward like vines. They're a gorgeous touch to any home.
- There are many varieties that thrive with minimal care; however, these roses often are not hybrid teas like those found in florists' shops. Roses that are designated "Earth-Kind," as well as many others, perform well in less-than-perfect conditions. In fact, many old roses are true survivors, living in ditches and old cemeteries with no care. Wild roses native to your area are very well adapted to local conditions. Research plants to make sure they will perform well in your climate.
Warnings
- Roses need to be well watered during the hot summer months. Leaves should be sprayed with water to keep spider mites off. Organic anti-fungal should be used regularly.
