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To ensure healthy roses you must first plant them well. You must plant the rose as soon as possible but if the roots are dry, immerse in a bucket of water for an hour before planting. The hole must be big enough for the roots to spread out evenly. Fill in with a fertiliser-rich soil, [...]

Rose leaves are usually five to fifteen centimetres long, have a serrated margin and have a few small prickles on the underside. The stem also has prickles – these are commonly mistaken for thorns, but they are sickle-shaped and are designed to help the plant hang onto other vegetation, and prevent animals browsing.
The petals of a [...]

You can say anything with roses. They have been used for centuries to express our deepest emotions – you just need to choose the right colour and amount for the occasion. Roses are most commonly given on Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, weddings and other romantic occasions. However, they are also given on birthdays and Mother’s Day, [...]

Roses are celebrated for their beauty all over the world and are the staple of any English garden. However, with over one hundred species of rose it is often difficult to choose the one that’s right for you. When selecting any rose it is important to consider both your gardening experience and the aesthetic you [...]

Yellow roses were first grown in the Middle East in the 18th century and throughout time have been cross bred to create hybrids with stronger shades of yellow.

Yellow roses are usually scented with a nice sweet smell and can bring out great character, especially in the spring and summertime; changing people’s moods, making them feel [...]