Iceberg is one of the most widely grown roses in the world, valued for its reliability, vigor, and near-constant bloom. The flowers are crisp white, sometimes opening with a hint of pale green or blush, and are borne in generous clusters that keep the plant looking fresh for months at a time. While the fragrance […]
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Thinking about planting new roses, but your soil is less than desirable? Shaping up your soil may take a couple of different steps, with the first thing being getting to know your soil. Once you understand what you’re working with you can take steps to create healthy soil. Some general considerations for all of your
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If you’re looking for a new rose to add to your garden, and have a particular color or type in mind, take a look at our updated “Good Roses for Marin” listing here. The Marin Rose Society Consulting Rosarians, who live in different parts of the county, compiled a list of roses that generally do
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It’s a favorite time of the year for us rose lovers, when nurseries feature bare root roses, both on-line and locally. Prices for bare root roses are much lower than those grown in containers, and the selection is extensive! If you’re thinking of adding new plants to your garden, it’s a good time to start
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Want fabulous plants? You need healthy soil. While garden soil will never be glamorous, it is the foundation for our gardens. What you can see going on with your roses above the ground is largely determined by what goes on beneath your feet that is all but invisible to you. The conditions the roots of
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Predators, parasites, and pathogens (disease producing organisms) are the primary groups used in the biological control of insects and mites along with many species of amphibians, birds, mammals, and reptiles. Insects that are natural enemies of pests are also referred to as beneficial insects or beneficials. The most common type of natural enemy is the
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Getting your new rose bush off to a great start takes a little preparation and thought. Remember the old adage about planting your 50-cent plant in a five-dollar hole? Well, adjusted for inflation, that $40 rose should go in a $400 hole! Invest the time and energy in planting your rose now and you’ll reap
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Bareroot roses are dormant plants supplied without soil around the roots. They have no foliage or flowers that makes transportation easier and much less expensive. This time of year, nurseries are brimming with bareroot plants – roses, trees and vines; it’s a great time to shop for plants as the selection is at its best.
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Resplendent – shining brilliantly: characterized by a glowing splendor. What a definition! And you can bet that any rose that has that description is one you want to consider for your garden. Welcome to the world of hybrid rugosa roses. Rugosa species are native to northern China, Korea, Japan and the far north Pacific Rim
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You’ve heard the term shrub, and you know what a rose is, but what in the world is a shrub rose? Aren’t shrubs those plants that you grow as hedges to screen you from your neighbor? Or some type of woody plant? Sunset’s Western Garden Book describes shrubs as “woody plants that live for many
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