Growing Rose Bushes

With all their bad press, are you too scared to attempt growing rose bushes? It's not as difficult as you think. In this article I supply the fundamental knowledge you will need to grow them. For example, learn about what kind of soil rose bushes need, how to water and prune them, dealing with pests and winterizing rose bushes where winters are...

Here's an article that will come in handy for Valentine's Day. Many of us have all we can do simply to remember to buy flowers. Did you know that one is actually expected to buy the right- colored rose for the right occasion? Seems a bit much to ask, I know. But if you wish to be praised for a thoughtful gift, consult the formula provided here.

But before you can grow rose bushes, you need to select the types you wish to grow. No sense rushing into the commitment willy-nilly. With so many choices, how does one choose? Pictures are a good place to start. This gallery of AARS selections furnishes a sampling of some of the best plants available and features a wide assortment of colors.

This guide to the basics of growing rose bushes highlights and condenses one portion of the longer article listed at the top of this page. It's geared to beginners who might not have time to read the longer piece, as well as to those who have grown these shrubs in the past but who need a quick refresher on certain points.

Marie Iannotti admits that pruning rose bushes is intimidating for beginners. But About's Gardening Guide reassures us that "it is very hard to kill a rose" bush through improper pruning. Her article on how to prune roses will get beginners going in the right direction. After that, it's just a matter of time and practice.

Rose bushes in a shade garden? Certainly not the norm, correct? But, observes Marie Iannotti, "if your garden doesn't quite get the 5-6 hours of full sun usually recommended" for growing rose bushes, select varieties that are relatively shade-tolerant may come to the rescue. Find out about those varieties in this helpful article.

Looking for rose bushes for shady positions? Or maybe you're seeking expert picks for specimen shrubs, for hedges, for impenetrable barriers? Expert, David Austin has all the information here, including information for the different hardiness zones, so that you can make an informed decision before buying.

Looking for specific information to help you in selecting and growing rose bushes? This site contains an impressive database, with information on class, color, breeder, year bred, bloom cycle, bloom form, fragrance, planting zones, etc. Just plug a query into the search box and let the database work for you!