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Oh no! Voles! And an intro...
Posted by bunnicula03(z6b NJ)
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meredith_e Z7b, Piedmont of NC, 1000' elevationUpdated It really is awful. Mine are the type that might not run around above ground, but they do use mole tunnels. I have both moles and voles, and so the tunneling is extensive. If you see holes in the ground that are like a quarter in ...
Bagged Roses
Posted by alodal2929
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alodal2929Updated Thank you I did pull them straight out of the ground no digging needed and no roots, went and replaced them with three new rose bushes.... Now on to tackling my Thrips!!! Ugh!
What climbing rose should I look for?
Posted by donnaroe
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hoovb zone 9 sunset 23Updated If clematis are struggling there--roses likely will also--box hedges don't require a lot as they are slow-growing. If it was me I would FIRST determine why the clems are not doing well before planting anything new. This will save ...
Regular Treatment of Hybrid Teas
Posted by inareverie85
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zack_lau z6 CTUpdated For us, the spraying season doesn't start until the weather warms up so that we have wet leaves and temperatures in the 60s. Black Spot isn't a problem in cold weather. Immunox offers good control over powdery mildew in our yard, ...
Disappointed with David Austin order...
Posted by kansas.girl
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joopsterUpdated Don't send email, it may take them a week to reply to your email. Which may aggravate you even more. I sent them an email after 1 week of hearing nothing, and they did not reply. Call them instead. My 5 bare roots delivered on Fri...
Need help for roses ID
Posted by chineseegret
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ordphien(9)Updated Ginger snap?
What websites or nursery sells Mirandy?
Posted by djinn44
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alameda/zone 8Updated Earlier in spring, I found Mirandy at Lowe's. Havent planted it yet, but it is a very healthy plant and though they may be sold out of them, perhaps might still have a few left. It is blooming for the 2nd time - they are lovely an...
Old rose
Posted by wheelsport
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roseseek(9)Updated From your description, both of your roses were likely budded on the root stock Dr. Huey. Apparently the scions (the named roses which were budded to the stock) have died, leaving only the root stock. If that is the case, there is ...
Your Analysis Of This Picture...?
Posted by missmary(6b/7a MD)
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Kippy(SoCal zone 10. Sunset Zone 24)Updated I think it is the angle the photo was taken that is what is throwing you off. If you look at the fence, it is likely that the posts are set every 8 feet. Looking at the timbers to make the beds, those are also sold in 8 foot lengt...
Where can I get OWNROOT roses?
Posted by cambel(z6-7a DC)
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cambel(z6-7a DC)Updated Thank you everybody!!
Similar to Home Run - but not Home Run....?
Posted by missmary(6b/7a MD)
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missmary(6b/7a MD)Updated Thanks for the suggestions. I'll be relooking at Home Run - and considering the other suggestions too. I'm excited! Miss Mary
Floribunda rose "evening star" hardiness
Posted by canadianplant
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lynnetteUpdated Evening Star should do well with mulch in zone 5. I grew it by the sea where gale force winds in the winter hit it and it never even had any dieback. IMO it is one of the best white floribundas. No disease and good vigour. Don't t...
What is it with root stocks?
Posted by andreark
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jaymo49Updated Thanks, folks, I'll check it out when I visit next week, probably will replace them if it is iffy.
Olympiad, droopy leaves
Posted by deervssteve(9)
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seil zone 6b MIUpdated Hmmm. it looks thirsty to me. Check deep and see if it's not getting enough water. Some roses need more than others.
Need help finding the ideal roses for my garden.
Posted by inareverie85
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jovy1097(8B)Updated I highly recommend Belinda's Dream. I too live in Louisiana and it performs like a champion without any spraying for us. You could also try Quietness and Earthsong. If you want an old antique that gets about 8' x 8' and loves our ...
Help please - ignorant to roses!
Posted by Emmie73
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seil zone 6b MIUpdated Without seeing bloom pics we probably can't ID it. Without an ID we can't really tell you what else to do. Let grow for a bit, take more pics of everything and post those later on and maybe we can help you put a name to it.
Noticed a new line of roses at local nursery
Posted by Lilyfinch z7 mid tn
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Lilyfinch z7 mid tnUpdated Subk3! How cool that you live so close. I live in spring hill and have been to riverbend many times ! I agree about supporting local business . Sometimes things in franklin can be a little overpriced because of the area. Riverbend...
Is Blue for You Shade Tolerant?
Posted by jasminerose4u, California 9b
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jasminerose4u, California 9bUpdated And oh, yes...I'll get some mulch. Thank you for the reminder, Bluegirl.
Very good newspaper article on rose rosette virus
Posted by henry_kuska
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buford(7 NE GA)Updated Ann, apparently it was an 'expert' that gave a seminar at the Greater Atlanta Rose Society. I was at their Rose Show yesterday and one of the members told me about it. I'm sure he either got it wrong or maybe this expert isn't rea...
Iowa State and Japanese Beetles
Posted by henry_kuska
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mark_roeder(4B IA)Updated In 2013, due to the 2012 drought, we had a good summer with few beetles. I planted my first garden plant today, I found a Japanese beetle grub. I found two June bugs. I thought grubs would be minimal since neighbors in our neighbo...
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