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Rose Witches Broom - Dark Desire Witches Broom

Rose Witches BroomOne disease which affects roses is called Rose rosette. The common name for this disease is 'Witches Broom'. It is caused by a virus which is spread by a very small, eriophyid mite. According to Clemson.edu, 'Plants infected with the Rose rosette virus cannot be cured. These infected plants should be removed.

 

A rosebud covered in aphids.

Bugs Are Eating My Roses?If something is attacking the stems of cut rose bushes it is most likely one of two types of predatory wasp also known as cane borers. If you see this type of attack it usually accompanies an aphid infestation. This is a page about bugs eating my roses.

 

Extending The Bloom Season Of Roses - bud on young rose plant in pot

Extending The Bloom Season Of RosesThere are several ways to extend the harvest season for vegetables. The same applies to the bloom time of flowers. I usually don't do this. Today, I did find the need for an emergency extension for one particular rose.

 

dark pink roses

Miracle Gro for Beautiful RosesI like to use Miracle Gro for roses. It is the best product on on the market as I found out with these rosebushes. My cats are able to get up onto them and get some shade.

 

rose leaf

Rooting A Single Rose LeafI was inserting some rose cuttings in a medium when, a single, small leaf fell off and down to the medium. I said, 'Why not'? There was 3 or 4 millimeters of tiny stem attached to the leaf. I carefully inserted the first 3 into the medium. Whether this results in a new rose bush, is doubtful. But we shall see.

 

Close up of a pile of banana peels

Using Banana Peels When Growing RosesThis is a page about using banana peels when growing roses. Bananas for a good source of potassium for us and for our roses.

 

Rooting Roses

Rooting RosesThe experts advise us to select a piece of half hard stem about six inches long. While this is good advice, it isn't written in stone. If you can't get that desirable six inch piece, take whatever you can get, even if it's a one and a half inch 'nubbin'. If it is healthy and given proper treatment, it will root.

 

Peach colored rose, mix of pink and pale yellow.

December RosesWith winter being so bad in many parts of the country now I hope everyone will enjoy the roses that we have blooming in the yard. Some of them are as big as my hand.

 

Red Rose in Greenhouse

Purchasing Rose PlantsGrowing roses doesn't have to be difficult, but it can be a frustrating experience if it turns out that the plant you buy isn't suitable for your garden. Here are some helpful tips for purchasing rose plants that will give you the best chances for success.

 

Closeup of Lavender Rose

Starting Roses from CuttingsIf you find a rose that you want to propagate, doing it from a cutting is the best way. Roses generally grow well from cuttings, but doing it right will give you the best results. This is a page about starting roses from cuttings.

 

Aphids on rose stem.

Aphids on My Roses?Aphids are invading my roses, anything organic that I can use? Try washing them off with the garden hose first. A few high-pressure bursts of water will dislodge most of them.

 

Photo of a rose with frost on it.

Preparing Your Roses for WinterOne question that comes up for many gardeners this time of year, is how to prepare their roses for winter. The harsh winter weather found colder zones (zones 6 and below) can easily claim the lives of hybrid tea roses, floribunda and grandiflora roses, unless they are offered at least some level of winter protection.

 

dark pink rose

Raising Good RosesAll plants have their specific needs and roses can be especially tricky. There are many things to consider, including how and when you choose your plants, the make-up of your soil, your planting method, and the manner in which you care for them.

 

Rose Hips

Take Time to Smell the "Rose-Hips"Most of us are familiar with wild roses. They are commonly seen (and smelled) along country roads and meadows, usually in areas where water is nearby. With the on set of fall, they have dropped their petals and are left with thorny bushes covered in plump round fruits.

 

Yellow rose.

Graham Thomas RoseGraham Thomas rose, spring 2005, This beautiful Old English yellow rose blooms wonderfully every spring in the "wild strawberry" area of my garden. It has a delicious perfume inviting you to sink your nose into its petals.

 

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