Q. There are thousands of roses available in the stores and online. They all look beautiful! How do I choose which ones to buy?
Answer There are, indeed, many roses in commerce. To choose which ones are right for you, ask yourself these questions. How much space is available?
How much time do I have to care for my roses?
What do I want the flowers to look like?
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Q. Do you recommend buying roses from the local box stores, or is it better to get them from a catalog or online source?
Answer All sources have their good and bad points. Here are some things to think about Local garden centers
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Q. What roses can I plant that are easy care shrubs, but are different than the familiar Knock Out varieties?
Answer There are many easy care roses that would be comparable to the Knock Outs The important thing is to read the plant descriptions carefully to make sure they fit the color and size you need for your garden. Here are some examples: Floribundas
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Other roses listed as “shrub roses” or “easy care roses” There are many great shrub roses to choose from beyond the popular Knock Out series. Here is a link to roses suggested by K-State Research and Extension based on field trials at the Olathe, KS research station. Here is a link to the Johnson County Extension publication on Easy Care Roses. Along with rose variety suggestions, it also provides tips on caring for shrub roses in your landscape. |
Question - Can tree roses be grown in the Kansas City region?
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Answer Yes, tree roses can be grown in the Kansas City area. However, they require some extra work because they will not survive through the winter without protection. Here are two options:
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