A lot of people think growing roses is too difficult and time consuming.
But a true rose lover knows all of the care and maintenance required is worth it as they stroll along their garden path greeting and appreciating each of their beauties.
Maintaining your rose bushes is not too different from taking care of your other plants.
They need regular fertilizing, watering, and pruning.
Good pruning will help produce many more blooms and healthy growth.
Some important tools you will need are your pruning shears and loppers.
You will get very familiar with these tools and hopefully use them often.
Plant your roses in the spring when there is no more chance of frost.
You will need to plant them where they will receive plenty of sun, at least 5 or 6 hours.
But if you live in a hot climate area, then put your roses where they will get the morning sun.
In cold weather be sure and cover your roses so they will not be damaged.
Although roses can be hardy enough to withstand really cold temperatures, be vigilant about making sure they have enough covering to protect them.
Try to keep your flower beds clean.
Remove all of the leaves, clippings, etc.
, to prevent disease from spreading to your roses.
So you see, taking care of your roses is not so different or difficult than caring for your other garden treasures.
The real secret is regularity.
Regularity for watering, pruning, and fertilizing.
With a regular maintenance program your roses should grow and thrive and make you proud.
Don't be afraid to grow roses.
Take your pick from the hybrid teas, old garden roses, grandifloras, climbers, polyanthus, shrubs, or miniatures.
There is a rose type for everyone.
Give them a chance and after you grow your first rose bush you will be hooked forever and can join the circle of true rose lovers.