What are the best varieties of roses to plant for the central Florida climate and soil type?
The key point in rose selection for Florida is locating a variety of rose that has been grafted onto the special root stock that grows best in central Florida. For year-round vigorous growth, choose roses grafted onto Rosa fortuniana or Dr. Huey root stock. The best tip for plant selection is to ask the root stock questions before purchasing a plant. If the garden center or nursery personnel cannot identify the root stock, it is best not to buy the plant, since it will not thrive in your garden.
