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spray for Japanese beetles
Posted by pembroke(6--Louisville KY)
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countrygirl_sc, Upstate SC(7a)Updated I only had six in my bucket last night. That is the total since Sunday morning. I usually get lot more than that in a day, so I hope they are almost done for the year.
Last Chance for some DAs in the US?
Posted by Michaela .:. thegarden@902 .:. (Zone 5b - Iowa)
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ratdogheads(5b NH)Updated Forgive me for straying off the topic, but those who like Francine Austin may be interested in the new variety Sir Walter Scott. Looks similar to Francine, with little pink flowers. You can see it on the DA/UK site for 2015/16 i...
Seedling bud turned brown on inside.
Posted by caflowerluver(9b)
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caflowerluver(9b)Updated Thanks for getting back to me. I willjust have to wait and see what the next bud will be.
Roses keep blooming
Posted by Sara-Ann Z6B OK
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Sara-Ann Z6B OKUpdated Thank you everyone!
Small rose plant help
Posted by Flavia - Zone9b, London UK
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seil zone 6b MIUpdated They look fine. Since these were newly transplanted my guess is they're growing root ball and once they feel sufficiently established will then put out new growth and blooms. Good care and patience are the best things for them ...
Should I yank this rose up
Posted by keithog
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keithogUpdated Ok thanks, I'll make sure it gets as much water as it needs, especially when hot.
Rose leaves all fallen off
Posted by keithog
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keithogUpdated Oh ok thanks guys, and thanks for the link very helpful. I'm going to put compost around it and on another rose that's in the pics above too. The rose seems to be doing quite well so hopefully it'll stay that way. More fresh leave...
What If My Roses Arrive & I Can't Plant Right Away?
Posted by Laurie(6)
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countrygirl_sc, Upstate SC(7a)Updated I have a friend who has one sitting in water since mid-June! She said it keeps putting out new growth and she didn't want the Japanese beetles to get it. I am very curious to see how it does once she pots or plants it!
Weird white fungus on my rose bush
Posted by greendreamhome
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AquaEyes 7a New JerseyUpdated Yes, it resembles the slime mold (Fuligo septica) that made a few appearances here in early Summer where I've been putting down thick layers of used coffee grounds. It also occurs on mulch when it's been very rainy and warm. It's ...
wild rover
Posted by Agnesik12
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Marlorena-z8 England-Updated ^like mine....? I love this rose, so far... I smell cloves up close in the stamens... I hope it climbs, I want a 6 footer if poss...
Carol Klein's Plant Odysseys - Roses
Posted by Marlorena-z8 England-
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jasminerose4u, California 9bUpdated Thank you for this. Fascinating! I learned a lot and I love her enthusiasm. It is contagious.
Yellow edges on leaves
Posted by danuv 7a NW Ga.
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Ken (N.E.GA.mts) 7a/b(7a/b)Updated I live up in the N.E. corner of GA. Your foliage looks OK for this time of year. Just keep everything watered good. It wouldn't hurt one bit to drag the hose out and give the bush's a good watering down during the early morning's....
Molineux or Golden Celebration for Sacramento Area?
Posted by omniavanitas_caz9(CA Zone 9)
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summersrhythm_z6aUpdated I saw a lot of Julia Child at HD today for $14.99. :-)
Chameleon... is it Peace?
Posted by Ninkasi(6-7 Germany)
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Ninkasi(6-7 Germany)Updated I love it when you get a deal on them and they turn out so well. I just wish mine were labelled-- so I could pick up another!
using a soil probe to monitor water
Posted by michaelg(7a NC Mts)
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SoFL Rose z10Updated This is excellent advice. Especially since sometimes the water just doesn't go where it's needed. Sometimes very dry soil repels water and although you think it's soaking it, it may not be. I think I'll go get one today.
When to apply compost mulch?
Posted by prairiemoon2 z6 MA
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prairiemoon2 z6 MAUpdated Excellent! Thanks for the quick reply. :-)
Neptune's Leaves Drying?
Posted by omniavanitas_caz9(CA Zone 9)
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omniavanitas_caz9(CA Zone 9)Updated Sorry for not replying sooner, I think it ultimately ended up being a lack of water- it's been hot here in California and we've been trying to reduce water usage so it's putting a strain on the plants. I've been watering them a li...
For Your Eyes Only vs Raspberry Kiss
Posted by brightstar123
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jerijen(Zone 10)Updated Different. Fewer petals. Different coloration, still nice looking. http://www.helpmefind.com/rose/l.php?l=21.251105
Florida Rose Rosette Report
Posted by henry_kuska
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henry_kuskaUpdated The following was stated: " Reducing the severity of the symptoms....so we can keep sick plants around waiting for additional vectors to find them and spread it? Balderdash" H.Kuska comment: It is my understanding that ...
small blooms
Posted by sammy zone 7 Tulsa
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seil zone 6b MIUpdated This is not just happening in Oklahoma. We had a very long, cool gray spring and the roses showed the same effects. We haven't really had any of the usual heat we have in summer and now they seem to be putting on a little more s...
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