Whats the best time of year to start growing roses?
If you’ve never grown roses, you might find them a little intimidating. A stroll through the local nursery is enough to daunt anyone. Row upon row of special concoctions for powdery mildew and blackspot—especially for roses—as well as fertilizers and amendments populate row after row of shelves. Then you look at the plants outside. Dozens of floribundas, teas, and heirlooms that are nothing more than scraggly sticks with thorns popping out of boxes and bags. Tags with pictures promise climbers, bushes, and miniatures in every color but black and blue. Where in the world are you supposed to start? Start with one in early spring Take a deep breath and start with just a single plant. Pick by color, size, scent, or habit. It really doesn’t make any difference. Roses can run from $5 to $20 depending on where you get them and how they are packaged. They may come in a box or pot or bareroot in a bag. If you can’t plant it immediately, make sure it doesn’t dry out. The best time to plant roses
