Everything Roses

Sweet ‘Colette:’ My Favorite Climbing Rose

As a master rosarian who has been growing roses for decades, folks are always asking me what my favorite rose is. It is hard to have a favorite rose as all of them have their delightful traits and habits. It is sort of like picking a favorite child or grandchild…how do you choose, and should ...

The Romance Garden: Planting Suggestions and Advice

Valentine’s Day is for roses. However, they don’t need to come from the florist’s shop! Florist roses are terribly expensive at this time of year, but you can build yourself a rose garden this Spring and call it your Romance Garden. Here are a few suggestions for your Sweetheart to order for you. Instead of ...