Archive for January 18th, 2008
What About Roses Called Climbers?
Friday, January 18th, 2008
What About Roses Called Climbers?
Some say roses aren’t climbers by nature and must be taught. Just think….a climber that can grow to forty feet up a tree, yes, it’s possible! If you prefer a smaller version, there is also the miniature climber to consider. Any rose is beautiful, but you might say climbers have a [...]
How to Care for an Antique Rose
Friday, January 18th, 2008
How to Care for an Antique Rose
When one thinks of an antique, a rose might not immediately come to mind. But antique roses have been around for centuries. Shakespeare used the word ‘eglantine’ when speaking of the rose in his sonnets and plays. Eglantine is described in the dictionary as a European rose with sweet-scented [...]
The White Rose Is Not Just Another Flower!
Friday, January 18th, 2008The White Rose Is Not Just Another Flower!
Because white is a symbol of purity, honor, and innocence, white roses are often the type of flower chosen for weddings. They seem to exude cleanliness, freshness, and sophistication. A bush loaded full with white roses is an outstanding sight to behold! One might think of them as [...]
The Benefits of Rose Shrubs
Friday, January 18th, 2008The Benefits of Rose Shrubs
Although some have the ability to grow quite large, there are shrub roses smaller than four feet. Many people like to use these shrubs for barriers as well as for ornamental purposes. Shrubs make beautiful hedges that have a touch of old-world class for your landscaping. The term ‘old-world’ is used [...]
