Rugged rugosas: colorful roses that are tough, hardy and beautiful

Article Abstract:

Rugosas are able to withstand both summer heat and winter cold much more than other varieties of roses. They are also tolerant of a variety of soils. They are highly resistant to disease and pests but react badly to pesticides. Tips for proper care that will make rogosas more beautiful are presented.

Cover Story, Growth, Varieties, Rose culture, Rugosa

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Tree planting without tears (or stakes or wires or pruning)

Article Abstract:

Some of the techniques used to plant trees are unnecessary or even harmful. Heavy composting can confuse the tree's roots when they grow out of the composted area. Heavy pruning of the new tree is not needed and can cause the tree to be misshaped. Staking and guide wires are also not needed.

Tree planting

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Pruning roses

Article Abstract:

Roses must be pruned in order to rid the plant of dead and nonproductive growth and to give the plant some shape. Roses can be pruned in the spring or winter. There are specific places that should be pruned. Pruning techniques are offered for specific types of roses.

Pruning

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