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Click on the links below for lists
of the varieties that we normally stock in season.
HANDY TIPS
When planting a Rose supplied
in a container
Dig the soil over well and open
a hole that will accommodate the size of the container.
Water the container well and
press the soil down firmly, and tap plant out.
Be careful to keep the soil
around the root system.
Lower the plant into the hole
and firm the soil around the plant.
Sometimes when roses are supplied
in a pot the union of the rose may be a little higher than
advised. When planting make sure that when the soil has settled
the union rests on the surface. Keep well watered.
Unless advised otherwise by
the supplier it should be assumed that the rose(s) will be
in compost that has a slow release fertilizer included. So
be careful not to over feed. |
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HANDY TIPS
IMPORTANCE OF PRUNING!
Well known rose trade saying
"More roses are killed from under pruning than over!"
To give your
newly planted roses the best start; it is ESSENTIAL to prune
all forms of bush and modern standards hard in the first Spring
after planting. I.E. If you plant roses
during the Autumn of 2007 prune hard in Spring 2008.
Most roses will have been trimmed
(when supplied) to about 30cm (12") - prune in the Spring
to within two or three eyes of the crown/union. Some, but not
all firms supply roses in the Spring ready pruned. If yours
are not pruned; PRUNE!
Annual pruning helps to retain
that youthful appearance, and prolongs life! Method of pruning
depends on type of roses involved. British Rose Growers Association
members will be delighted to give you the advice you require. |
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Looking
after Roses:
 As well as pruning, mentioned above,
Roses require feeding preferably with a good qualitydedicated Rose Fetilizer. Because of all the pruning
roses rquire, they need a lot of feeding to provide
for the new growth.
Slow release Rose Fertilizer is even better. As the name
implies, fertilizer is released in an even controlled
manner over a period of time.
Roses are also prone to Aphid attack, especially Greenfly,
so check regularly and spray if necessary.
Use a spray such as Roseclear which kills greenfly but
not beneficial insects like Ladybirds (which eat Greenfly).
Roses are also prone to fungal infections, especially
Blackspot, so check regularly and spray if necessary.
Use a spray such as Roseclear which also kills Blackspot
and other common fungi that affect Roses. |
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HANDY TIPS
When planting a Rose supplied
in a container
Dig the soil over well and open
a hole that will accommodate the size of the container.
Water the container well and
press the soil down firmly, and tap plant out.
Be careful to keep the soil around
the root system.
Lower the plant into the hole
and firm the soil around the plant.
Sometimes when roses are supplied
in a pot the union of the rose may be a little higher than advised.
When planting make sure that when the soil has settled the union
rests on the surface. Keep well watered.
Unless advised otherwise by the
supplier it should be assumed that the rose(s) will be in compost
that has a slow release fertilizer included. So be careful not
to over feed. |
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THE VERSATILITY OF ROSES
There are roses for every situation
Breeders over the last decade or so, have increased the choice with Patio/Courtyard
Climbers that are suitable for the smaller garden where taller and wider
climbers are just too big.
Patio roses are slightly taller
and bushier than miniature roses. They are an ideal replacement for, and less labour
intensive than, bedding plants.
Low maintenance Ground Cover
roses, which can be allowed to cover unsightly areas, banks etc.
Modern shrub roses, such as
the
"English" and Renaissance Roses, which in general are healthier than older
shrub roses. They are repeat flowering, mostly very fragrant and their height can
often be controlled by pruning. However if you prefer
old-fashioned shrub roses these
are also to be found in "Find That Rose!"
Most modern bush roses have
longer flowering periods than their predecessors.
Breeders now put disease resistance
as a high priority.
Roses are not hard work. If
the area is prepared well, and you remember that like people they need to be fed they
will give years of pleasure.
Finally there is a rose with
a name for every occasion and they make excellent gifts. What nicer gift than a Rose? |
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SELECTION OF VARIETIES
Hybrid Tea roses gives you good
classical shaped blooms and give you colour but also can be
cut for the home.
Floribunda roses are grown mainly
to give mass colour effect, as they are born in clusters.
Patio and Miniature roses can
be used like bedding plants or where space is limited or for
borders and edging.
Ground cover roses are difficult
to describe as they go up as well as along the ground. So if
you need something to cover an unsightly area or to fall over
a bank etc. then seek help in selecting the right variety.
Various shrub roses are listed
under their specific classifications and can be grown as specimens
on their own or in mixed borders. Some only have limited flowering
periods so make sure you select the right variety.
Breeders are producing more
and more modern shrub roses, many of which come under the "heading"
of "English Roses" but others are listed just as shrub. They
have the best of both worlds, old-fashioned blooms, in general
they are healthier and often have repeat flowering. They
can be planted in groups for good colour effect, or again
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| Types
of Rose:
There are so many new categories of Rose nowadays that it
can be confusing.
The main ones are:
Celebration Roses: these are
all named after "special occasions" such as wedding
anniversaries or birthdays. The growers do this as an extra
encouragement to buy them as presents but these new varieties
are genuinely very nice.
Memorial Roses: similar to above
but with a memorial theme. Again thay are very nice and a
rose is a very fitting way to remember someone special.
Recommended Roses:
These tend to be newer varieties and may be subject
to a grower's royalty making them a bit more expensive.
Traditional Roses:
as the name suggests these are older well loved varieties
(and for good reason).
Patio Roses: These are newer
more compact varieties. The flowers may be smaller but as
they flower profusely, who cares?
Climbers/Ramblers: These
do just as they say on the labelmbers do well growing up walls
or along fences. Ramblers tend to be the old fashioned varieties
that do better along fences rather than growing up
walls.
Standard Roses: These
are roses buds grafted onto to dwarf tree stock. The overall
effect is of a Rose growing on top of a stalk. There is a
bit of work in the grafting process so they tend to be expensive,
but well worth it, as they are spectacular in tubs or as a
centrepiece. Remember to take off any suckers growing on the
stem.
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Click
on the links below for lists of the varieties that we normally stock
I hope you find these information sheets
helpful as a basic guide.
West Carlston Garden Centre & Tea
Room, Campsie Road, Torrance, Glasgow, G64 4EZ
Tel: 01360 620248 -:- e-mail: info@westcarlston.com
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