Roses are a timeless classic. These beautiful, delicate plants have captured the hearts of gardeners for ages, and they’re a wonderful addition to just about any garden. Many new gardeners are intimidated by growing roses, however, and often miss out on the satisfaction that caring for roses ...
Most roses can be grown in good sized containers – including climbers – providing they are deep enough to accommodate the rose’s roots. The exception to this are patio and miniature roses that are bred to stay small. As with any plant that is grown in a container, they will need more...
Learning how to grow and care for roses (Rosa spp.) properly results in beautiful fragrant blooms that light up yourflower garden. If you're under the impression that roses are hard to grow, the good news is that it may not be the case, depending on the type of roses you grow...
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Kordana roses include some varieties that are considerably smaller than the ARS standard for miniatures. The growth habit is upright and the flowers are deep pink. Daniela" grows up to 8 inches tall and 7 inches wide. White-flowered "Ice Kordana" (Rosa "Ice Kordana") is slightly narrower...
Marco Polo once famously called peonies, “roses as big as cabbages”. I couldn’t agree more! The flowerheads burst through spring as though they have something to prove and stop people right in their tracks. MY LATEST VIDEOS This video cannot be played because of a technical error.(Error...
Carefully remove and allow the wax to harden. This method preserves the vibrant colors of the petals and can be used for flowers like roses, daisies, and hydrangeas. Waxed flowers are fragile, so handle them with care. Glycerin for Soft and Supple Stems Glycerin replaces the water in the...
If you have received a single rose, you may wonder how best to care for it. Caring for a single rose is similar to caring for a bunch of roses, only on a smaller scale. Carefully trim, feed, and tend to the needs of your single rose, just as you would wi
Orchid Care: Watering, Light, Fertilizer, and Tips For the Love of Orchids How to Grow Roses: The Complete Rose Flower Guide Planting We’ve all seen orchids at supermarkets and home stores and wondered if they’re a wise purchase. “Absolutely,” says Marc Hachadourian, Curator of Glasshou...
Sedum kamtschaticum, or orange stonecrop. Golden yellow flowers atop small green leaves. Looks great when used to underplant orange flowered roses. Sedum morganianum. Also known as donkey tail (‘Burrito’) and burro’s tail. It has trailing stems, waxy blue-green leaves and dark pink flo...