Heirloom Roses' Articles on Rose Growing & Care

Articles about Roses, Information, Issues & Questions

• An Introduction to Roses
  • Our concise introduction covers the history of roses as well as an overview of the differences between the many varieties of rose species & types.
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• Common Rose & Rose Growing Questions
  • If you have questions about roses or gardening with roses that are not answered by our other articles, this is a good place to find an answer or pose a new question!
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• About Own Root Roses
  • Find out what makes the own root roses of Heirloom Roses unique and how they are the best choice for your garden.
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• About Rootstock
  • Learn about the problems associated with this fast & inexpensive (but inferior) method of propagation – and why we at Heirloom Roses do not use it.
  • Read “About Rootstock” »
• About Rose Virus
  • Looking to diagnose or treat a problem with your rose bush? This article covers the common rose viruses that may plague your garden.
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• Best Roses for the Pacific Northwest
  • Details on selecting roses that will grow well in our local area, plus an extensive list on the specific varieties that we recommend.
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• Glossary of Rose-Related Terms
  • Our glossary to help define terms specific to types of roses, parts of the rose plant, diseases & issues along with general rose terms.
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• Roses with Hips
  • Learn about these bright, orange-red fruits called “hips,” their uses beyond the garden and the rose varieties that produce them.
  • Read “Roses with Hips” »
• Shade Tolerant Roses
  • An introduction to the sun exposure needs of roses along with an extensive list of roses that perform well in shaded areas of the garden.
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• Thornless Roses
  • Roses without thorns? Yes, they do exist! This article covers the many breeds of thornless and near-thornless roses.
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• Unusual Roses
  • Explore diversity of color, bloom types and more with this collection of unusual roses.
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“How To” & Instructional Articles for Rose Growing, Gardening & Care

• How to Select a Rose
  • Learn the key factors to consider when choosing the proper roses for your specific garden.
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• How to Properly Water Roses
  • It might seem like a simple part of gardening, but ensuring that your roses receive the appropriate amount of water will ensure the best possible health and blooms for your rose bushes.
  • Read “How to Properly Water Roses” »

• Container Gardening with Roses
  • Roses can grow in more places than the garden. This article covers the smart choices for both containers and rose variety for growing roses in pots, boxes, barrels and other containers.
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• Fall Cleanup in the Rose Garden
  • Proper cleanup and maintenance in the fall helps ensure your rose plants are ready for the winter and will produce the best blooms in the next spring & summer.
  • Read “Fall Cleanup in the Rose Garden” »
• Fertilizing Roses & Rose Bushes
  • This article will help you break through the confusion of the many types of rose fertilizer; including details on when & how to apply fertilizer in your garden.
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• Gardening with Deer
  • Gardening in areas with deer can be difficult. This article addresses those issues and offers an organic deer repellent recipe.
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• How & When to Dead-Head Roses
  • Dead-heading roses helps them re-bloom with greater frequency and beauty. Learn how & when to dead-head the rose bushes in your garden.
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• How & When to Plant Roses
  • When you plant is just as important as where you plant. Be sure that you're planting your roses at the right time of year to ensure proper growth and health.
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• How to Prune Roses
  • Our guide to the basic and vitally important practice of pruning rose bushes – for the health, beauty and vitality of your rose plants.
  • Read “How to Prune Roses” »
• How to Transplant Roses
  • Want to move a rose bush from one area of your garden to another? Read this article for tips on how to best transplant roses.
  • Read “How to Transplant or Move a Rose Bush” »
• Monthly Rose Care for the Pacific Northwest
  • Month-by-month instructions for growing & caring for roses in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Read “Monthly Rose Care for the Pacific NW” »
• Natural Remedies for Rose Pest Problems
  • Simple, affordable and effective ways to treat various pests that harm rose plants.
  • Read “Natural Remedies for Pest Problems” »
• Protecting Roses for the Winter
  • Get your rose plants ready for winter with these tips from Heirloom Roses. Also learn about roses specifically bred to be “winter hardy.”
  • Read “Protecting Roses for the Winter” »
• Spacing Roses in the Garden
  • Our concise guide to how far apart different types of roses should be spaced in the garden. Read this article before you dig!
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• Sustainable Gardening with Roses
  • Our notes on “going green“ with roses covers best practices for sustainable gardening and an extensive list of lower-maintenance, disease-resistant rose varieties.
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