Monthly Archives: February 2010
Miniature Roses – Where they come from – Propogation
If you don’t want to propagate from cutting we have a link to Miniature Rose Seeds at the bottom of the page. Miniature roses grow on their own roots so it is a relatively easy thing to take cuttings and grow these cuttings onto mature plants. Here are some guidelines: When To Take Cuttings When … Continue reading
Powdery White Mildew on Roses
Powdery white mildew is caused by the fungus, Sphaerotheca pannosa and that’s the mouthful you can drop at any garden party from now on to impress the heck out of your neighbors. This parasite lives by infecting green tissue so you’ll see it on your plant’s leaves, stems and flowers and buds. Typical Fungal Problem … Continue reading
The Different Types of Roses
There are different types of roses and these are classed in different ways according to the author you read. I confess I get a little confused myself when I read the new directions from the rose associations when compared to the traditional and catalogue classes you’ll see at garden centers. So, in the interests of … Continue reading