It seems obvious that the best time to plant new roses is in October when the roses are at their best. Not so, says rose grower Ludwig Taschner. His advice is to plant in May and June, even July, ...

The rose is one of the oldest flowers in cultivation and is still considered one of the most popular garden flowers today. The flower is so popular that in 1986, Congress named the rose our national ...

A clean, healthy stem cutting can form the basis of a brand new rosebush. Take the following steps to obtain a rose stem cutting. Look for a 4- to 6-inch piece of stem near the top of the plant (never ...

Promise yourself a rose garden. Just plan before you plant. Choose the rose that fits your garden — whether a climber, a large old garden rose, an elegant hybrid tea or a modern miniature. Some roses ...

Get beautiful blooms year after year with these tips. The key to growing beautiful, healthy roses is knowing how and when to plant them, as this allows these flowering shrubs to establish quickly in ...

Gorgeous, fragrant roses are highly desirable and a favorite among gardeners. Although healthy rose bushes can provide beautiful blooms for years, they are often challenging to grow. The trick to ...

Wes Harvell, rosarian at Jackson & Perkins, says to avoid planting roses in full shade or low-light areas. 'Roses need at ...

Looking for an easy way to improve soil health, deter slugs and prevent fungal diseases for your roses? This kitchen ...

The dawning of a new year prompts many of us to make dramatic pledges and resolutions. If you are growing roses, make the pledge to grow your roses well. Here are the actions to take in January to ...

Q: I want to plant roses to grow rose hips. I've heard that they're a good source of vitamin C. Are there varieties that make better rose hips? Is there a good time of year to plant roses? A: A rose ...

People think growing roses is too hard -- it's not, said Bill Toth, a member of the Monocacy Rose Society. Mr. Toth is in charge of publicity for the local club that meets monthly to discuss gardening ...