Begin to prepare your roses for winter in the fall months. Stop fertilizing and deadheading plants by early fall so that the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. By most accounts, roses are the most popular flowers in the United States. These sweet-smelling flowers were even designated as the national ...

Covering garden beds for winter can protect from frost damage, but is it really necessary? Garden experts we asked said yes, ...

Do you know why roses make good race car drivers? They put the petal to the metal. The rose is the world’s most popular and acclaimed flower, and represents many aspects of humanity, such as beauty, ...

Protect roses in winter by shielding the crown—the most vulnerable part of grafted plants. After the first frost, prune to 2–3 feet, tie canes, water occasionally, and add mulch for insulation. Use ...

It’s been a tough year for roses. The cold snap in late fall hit before the plants had a chance to go dormant. The subzero cold in January with no snow cover was another punch to the plants. Then it ...

All roses need some attention going into winter, and there are many methods to provide winter protection. Here are some questions and answers from horticulturists at Iowa State University Extension & ...

Rose gardens are a treasure but often require some extra work to protect them from winters harsh weather. When it comes to providing protection for roses in winter, there are about as many techniques ...

As the growing season comes to an end, gardeners face the challenge of preparing some of their tender plants for winter. Horticulture specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach ...

Roses are the flowers of romance, and can grow well in Iowa with relatively little maintenance. Learn which roses are hardy and disease resistant for your Iowa garden. Roses have been loved by many ...