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General Care of Roses and Shrubs

Roses require a lot of water. You can reduce the need for watering by mulching and making a “catch-basin”. Once they are established, only water during very dry spells. For the first year, it is beneficial to use about one gallon per foot per week. Roses that are dry heading into winter will not fare...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 08-06-2009
Planting Roses

Choose a site that is in full sun for roses , at least six hours a day, preferably in the afternoon. The are best planted in early spring. Choose an open site where breezes will blow through the foliage. This will aid in drying the foliage, preventing many fungal and viral diseases. Be sure to notice...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bill-nhn on 08-05-2009
A Few Tips For Your Roses

It is hard to resist the sweet smell of a rose , and that is why so many people add them to their landscapes. The beautiful blooms aren't so bad either! Here are a few tips that will help keep your roses happy all spring and summer long. First, you want to make sure to feed your roses. Making sure...

Posted to Helpful Gardening Tips (Weblog) by bryan-nhn on 07-25-2009

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