i have a standard rose and i was wondering is it dead if it has no shoots from the top but offshoots at the bottem? PLEASE HELP thanx
!! GARDENING HELP PLEASE !! i have a standard rose and i was wondering is it dead if.....?
It's fairly common for roses to put new "canes" out from the bottom - and the manner in which it does so depends on the type of rose it is; tea, hybrid, bush, climbing, etc. These sites may help you identify the type of rose you have, and subsequently the type of care required:
http://www.backyardgardener.com/rose/ros...
http://rosefile.com/RosePages/rcare.htm
Reply:It sounds as if the top may have died and you are getting suckers from the root stock. It is more than likely a grafted variety, it could be fun to see what you end up with.
Reply:Cut anything off that looks dead, or cut to down to where the off shoots are and just see what happens. If may take another growing season.
Reply:Just take some gardening siccors and cut off anything that is brown.Don't worry about the bottom,it's probably just growing flowers lower.
Reply:if your standard rose is grafted then it is most probably sucker shoots from the graft. i do not recommend cutting off the top because it will not grow back is you are already not getting any growth from the top.
seeing as standard roses can be quite expensive (if they are already advanced) i would take it out of the ground or pot and take it back to the garden centre you bought it from and see if they can suggest why it appears dead (but only pull it out if you are absolutly sure that it is dead).
are there any green leaves at the top of the plant or have they all withered and fallen off? roses are a seasonal plant so you could be going through a dormant stage but the graft may not be and that could be what is resulting in the shoots off the graft.
i hope i have helped.
good luck
Reply:wait a year
Monday, May 24, 2010
What kind of detergent can I use to wash my home's exterior that will not harm my lawn and garden,esp Roses?
What kind of detergent could I use as a House wash. I want to clean the steel siding but I'm worried if I don't use the right soap that I could end up ruining my yard. I also have hedges and some rose bushes that I don't want to ruin either. Name brands and where I could buy it would be very helpful. Price would be helpful as well. Thank you in advance.
What kind of detergent can I use to wash my home's exterior that will not harm my lawn and garden,esp Roses?
Use dishsoap (about 1 cup to 1.5 cups) in a 20 gallon water sprayer attachment that hooks onto the end of your garden hose. It won't hurt the plants. In fact some gardeners such as Jerry Baker recommend using it on your lawn so that it cleans the dust off the grass before applying liquid fertilizer to allow liquid fertilizer to get absorbed by the the grass easier leaves easier. The most recommend I've heard is Dawn. Don't use an antibacterial dish soap. And make sure to use dish soap (like you use for hand washing dishes) and not dish detergent like you use in a dishwasher.
Reply:My husband went to Home Depot and bought some ZEP for power spraying the house exterior, this was for vinyl siding on my house. It did not cause any damage to the yard or plants surrounding the area. I think it is also okay to use on SS.
Reply:I use SA8 with Bioquest. It is completely safe for garden. Price canadian dollar- 51.00/- for 4.5kg. ( upto 150 loads.) The product is available to registered members only.
Reply:Try organic detergents : Here are some of them . Pick the one that you feel will work best for the outside ( like multiuse or even laundry detergent)
http://www.sunandearth.com/allproductspr...
https://purenaturalclean.net/Hand_Dishwa...
scroll down: http://www.shopnatural.com/Merchant2/mer...
Reply:Dish soap.,, it will also kill bugs on plants' leaves. if you have lady bugs,, try to catch them, and save them, while using any kind of soap, then rinse plants well, then reurn lady bugs,,,lady bugs love to eat aphids, which love to eat roses.
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What kind of detergent can I use to wash my home's exterior that will not harm my lawn and garden,esp Roses?
Use dishsoap (about 1 cup to 1.5 cups) in a 20 gallon water sprayer attachment that hooks onto the end of your garden hose. It won't hurt the plants. In fact some gardeners such as Jerry Baker recommend using it on your lawn so that it cleans the dust off the grass before applying liquid fertilizer to allow liquid fertilizer to get absorbed by the the grass easier leaves easier. The most recommend I've heard is Dawn. Don't use an antibacterial dish soap. And make sure to use dish soap (like you use for hand washing dishes) and not dish detergent like you use in a dishwasher.
Reply:My husband went to Home Depot and bought some ZEP for power spraying the house exterior, this was for vinyl siding on my house. It did not cause any damage to the yard or plants surrounding the area. I think it is also okay to use on SS.
Reply:I use SA8 with Bioquest. It is completely safe for garden. Price canadian dollar- 51.00/- for 4.5kg. ( upto 150 loads.) The product is available to registered members only.
Reply:Try organic detergents : Here are some of them . Pick the one that you feel will work best for the outside ( like multiuse or even laundry detergent)
http://www.sunandearth.com/allproductspr...
https://purenaturalclean.net/Hand_Dishwa...
scroll down: http://www.shopnatural.com/Merchant2/mer...
Reply:Dish soap.,, it will also kill bugs on plants' leaves. if you have lady bugs,, try to catch them, and save them, while using any kind of soap, then rinse plants well, then reurn lady bugs,,,lady bugs love to eat aphids, which love to eat roses.
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What did I do wrong with my half wild rose bush?
I had magnificant growth for two years. Last Nov. I cut it right back because it was taking over the whole garden. This year I only had roses on the bottom part. The upper part had small white flowers and tons of green growth. But no roses. Any ideas?
What did I do wrong with my half wild rose bush?
It was still probably in shock from the pruning. Roses don't like to be pruned that early, better to wait until January or February. Check with a local nursery and see when they recommend pruning in your area. Also, be sure and feed your rose! Good luck.
Reply:Be patient give it rose food, it sometimes take a season for it to recover from overpruning. Here is a link that may help: http://www.rosecare.com/
What did I do wrong with my half wild rose bush?
It was still probably in shock from the pruning. Roses don't like to be pruned that early, better to wait until January or February. Check with a local nursery and see when they recommend pruning in your area. Also, be sure and feed your rose! Good luck.
Reply:Be patient give it rose food, it sometimes take a season for it to recover from overpruning. Here is a link that may help: http://www.rosecare.com/
What to do with wood ashes besides dress the rose bushes?
I tried spreading it on the garden and the veggies taste like soap! Can they be used to make soap or household cleaner??
What to do with wood ashes besides dress the rose bushes?
yes you can make a sort of soap with them. but you also need to save all of your cooking grease.
They are good to mix in dirt to use as an edger.
Reply:mix them with an equal weight of animal fat and make soap...
Reply:I mix any ashes into the soil, I don't put them on my plants.
Reply:I use them to keep slugs off my plants by making a circle around the base. Slugs have soft underbellies. Good luck!
What to do with wood ashes besides dress the rose bushes?
yes you can make a sort of soap with them. but you also need to save all of your cooking grease.
They are good to mix in dirt to use as an edger.
Reply:mix them with an equal weight of animal fat and make soap...
Reply:I mix any ashes into the soil, I don't put them on my plants.
Reply:I use them to keep slugs off my plants by making a circle around the base. Slugs have soft underbellies. Good luck!
What kind of flowers should I plant in my garden? Must be hardy enough to withstand Minnesota winters!?
Would like a mixture of annuals and perrenials. Are rose bushes hardy?
What kind of flowers should I plant in my garden? Must be hardy enough to withstand Minnesota winters!?
I have a zone 4 garden and have had great luck with roses. Just make sure that you plant the bud union 2 inches below the surface as opposed to above. I have never had to fuss with them in the fall and while there is some winter kill on the branches, a quick trim to live wood is all they need in spring.
Shrub roses are very hardy. My hybrid teas do well, but my favourite everblooming rose is a grootendorst supreme.
I also grow plants such as perennial geraniums, bellflowers, daylillies, perennial potentilla plant, lamium, snow in summer, hostas, etc.
For shrubs, I like spireas as they come in different sizes, leaf colour and bloom times. I also have lilacs, dogwoods, honeysuckle shrubs, Northern gold forsythias and many other types of shrubs that do well and need the winter chill.
I also have honey suckle and clematis if you are looking for flowering vines.
Reply:Hellebores are wonderful! They are evergreen, love shade and give you flowers in late February. A common name for these is lenten rose. Look at the "orientalis," "niger," and "royal heritage" strains at www.waysidegardens.com.
Reply:This is best answered at your local garden center or greenhouse. NOT HOME DEPOT OR LOWE'S. They will ONLY carry plants that will survive there.
Reply:i think it would be a any kind but you can cover it up with selter or in a green house.
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Reply:Yes rose bushes are hardy.
What kind of flowers should I plant in my garden? Must be hardy enough to withstand Minnesota winters!?
I have a zone 4 garden and have had great luck with roses. Just make sure that you plant the bud union 2 inches below the surface as opposed to above. I have never had to fuss with them in the fall and while there is some winter kill on the branches, a quick trim to live wood is all they need in spring.
Shrub roses are very hardy. My hybrid teas do well, but my favourite everblooming rose is a grootendorst supreme.
I also grow plants such as perennial geraniums, bellflowers, daylillies, perennial potentilla plant, lamium, snow in summer, hostas, etc.
For shrubs, I like spireas as they come in different sizes, leaf colour and bloom times. I also have lilacs, dogwoods, honeysuckle shrubs, Northern gold forsythias and many other types of shrubs that do well and need the winter chill.
I also have honey suckle and clematis if you are looking for flowering vines.
Reply:Hellebores are wonderful! They are evergreen, love shade and give you flowers in late February. A common name for these is lenten rose. Look at the "orientalis," "niger," and "royal heritage" strains at www.waysidegardens.com.
Reply:This is best answered at your local garden center or greenhouse. NOT HOME DEPOT OR LOWE'S. They will ONLY carry plants that will survive there.
Reply:i think it would be a any kind but you can cover it up with selter or in a green house.
lol
Reply:Yes rose bushes are hardy.
What is the resolution, rising action, & basic conflict of the book "The Secret Garden"?
please! i need to know these things, it's due tomorrow.
What is the resolution, rising action, %26amp; basic conflict of the book "The Secret Garden"?
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Study Guides
These links will give you a chapter by chapter summary of the book, character analysis, plot and much more, so that you will be able to answer literary questions.
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/secretgard...
http://www.online-literature.com/burnett...
http://www.globetheatrelive.com/20032004...
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What is the resolution, rising action, %26amp; basic conflict of the book "The Secret Garden"?
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Study Guides
These links will give you a chapter by chapter summary of the book, character analysis, plot and much more, so that you will be able to answer literary questions.
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/secretgard...
http://www.online-literature.com/burnett...
http://www.globetheatrelive.com/20032004...
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Is it ok to prune my rose bushes after 7pm?
i'm really busy nowadays and approximately after 7pm PST seems to be the only time i have available to garden. is pruning this late bad for my roses? thanks.
Is it ok to prune my rose bushes after 7pm?
Just as long as it gets pruned I don't think it matters. Some people swear by sealing the pruned part with super glue so that disease doesn't get in there but I just ignore my roses and leave them alone. They do just fine! I think the less that you mess with stuff and the longer you let it fend for itself and do the whole nature thing the better off you are and the plants are themselves. There are obvious times to step in, like Black Mold, and funguses. There are sprays and certain techniques for that. You don't want to lose your prized plant but sometimes you have to step back and let them do their thing! Good Luck.
Reply:No, as long as you can see the plants, prune away. Those who exhibit roses can often be found out in the garden before dawn harvesting the flowers for the show that day.........so don't worry, roses aren't going to mind a little day day attention.
Reply:I don't think the time has anything to do with the nature of gardening, though it's more natural to do your pruning in the morning, if you can.
Reply:Yes, unless you live next door and do your pruning with a chainsaw, lol. Seriously, it's better to to it then than in the morning when working in the morning dew can spread disease. RScott
Is it ok to prune my rose bushes after 7pm?
Just as long as it gets pruned I don't think it matters. Some people swear by sealing the pruned part with super glue so that disease doesn't get in there but I just ignore my roses and leave them alone. They do just fine! I think the less that you mess with stuff and the longer you let it fend for itself and do the whole nature thing the better off you are and the plants are themselves. There are obvious times to step in, like Black Mold, and funguses. There are sprays and certain techniques for that. You don't want to lose your prized plant but sometimes you have to step back and let them do their thing! Good Luck.
Reply:No, as long as you can see the plants, prune away. Those who exhibit roses can often be found out in the garden before dawn harvesting the flowers for the show that day.........so don't worry, roses aren't going to mind a little day day attention.
Reply:I don't think the time has anything to do with the nature of gardening, though it's more natural to do your pruning in the morning, if you can.
Reply:Yes, unless you live next door and do your pruning with a chainsaw, lol. Seriously, it's better to to it then than in the morning when working in the morning dew can spread disease. RScott
The Rose - poem?
I wrote this poem for my husband for valentines day- and i gave him a red rose w/ it. :)
This Rose
I took this rose
From my heart.
It’s been growing
From the start.
It will only live
For at least, 3 days through
Just to tell you how much
I’m in love with you.
As it dies,
its magic will stay.
Forever in your heart
To remind you everyday…
That when we hold hands,
kiss, and touch.
Each moment together,
each moment in love.
That nothing can compare of how I feel
When I’m with you.
And I’m hoping that you feel
The same way too.
Just a little bit of love made our
Rose Garden start,
If you ever need another rose,
All you have to do, is reach into my heart.
The Rose - poem?
I like it. it is pretty good, there is however a change I would make; "That nothing can compare of how I feel" I would change that to; "That nothing can compare to how I feel. Now that is just a simple suggestion from a simple person.
Reply:That was very sweet. Iam sure your husband would have been mighty pleased if you gift him with such a beautiful poem. You must really love your husband to write such a romantic poem.
Reply:find the poem so so. The part where you tell of your heart, how it is that it is a rose, is really touching.
Reply:aww thats so sweet! i liked it!
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This Rose
I took this rose
From my heart.
It’s been growing
From the start.
It will only live
For at least, 3 days through
Just to tell you how much
I’m in love with you.
As it dies,
its magic will stay.
Forever in your heart
To remind you everyday…
That when we hold hands,
kiss, and touch.
Each moment together,
each moment in love.
That nothing can compare of how I feel
When I’m with you.
And I’m hoping that you feel
The same way too.
Just a little bit of love made our
Rose Garden start,
If you ever need another rose,
All you have to do, is reach into my heart.
The Rose - poem?
I like it. it is pretty good, there is however a change I would make; "That nothing can compare of how I feel" I would change that to; "That nothing can compare to how I feel. Now that is just a simple suggestion from a simple person.
Reply:That was very sweet. Iam sure your husband would have been mighty pleased if you gift him with such a beautiful poem. You must really love your husband to write such a romantic poem.
Reply:find the poem so so. The part where you tell of your heart, how it is that it is a rose, is really touching.
Reply:aww thats so sweet! i liked it!
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Little white flies on my rose bush?
They weren't there yesterday. tons. I sprayed some garden safe insecticide....I hope this works? What are the buggers?
Little white flies on my rose bush?
get the roses 3 in 1 feeder. It is mixed with water. It takes care of pest, fungus, and feeds all in one. It works fantastic.
Reply:They are aphids, and your stuff should do the trick. They suck moisture out of the plant -- destructive if there are enough of them.
Reply:i will work like a charm for those flies
Little white flies on my rose bush?
get the roses 3 in 1 feeder. It is mixed with water. It takes care of pest, fungus, and feeds all in one. It works fantastic.
Reply:They are aphids, and your stuff should do the trick. They suck moisture out of the plant -- destructive if there are enough of them.
Reply:i will work like a charm for those flies
How long does a rose smell, beautifully?
Roses, freshly cut out the garden.
How long does a rose smell, beautifully?
4-5 days.
Reply:in my opinion i think about 2 weeks or 2week in a half .
Reply:maybe until it dies...
How long does a rose smell, beautifully?
4-5 days.
Reply:in my opinion i think about 2 weeks or 2week in a half .
Reply:maybe until it dies...
How do I make rose petals to go on top of a cake? Out of gum paste?
Hi!!!!! You all have been SO helpful today with answering my questions about cake decorating! So I have one more for ya! How on earth do I go about making petals to go on a cake? JUST LIKE THIS ONE: http://www.floralkeepsakesofireland.com/...
I'm assuming that I use gum paste... but:
1. How do I shape it into that shape?
2. And what can I use to paint them with?
3. Can I use food coloring and water and brush it on to the dried petals once I have them formed?
4. Should I use something similar to this to form them? http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/phot...
THANK YOU SO MUCH! As always, I'll pick a best answer tonight!
How do I make rose petals to go on top of a cake? Out of gum paste?
This site has pretty good directions for making rose petals out of gum paste. They use pre-colored gum paste, though. I'd imagine you could tint them like the ones in your picture with a soft brush and some food coloring that's been thinned with a little water:
http://www.eweddingcake.com/make-wedding...
Reply:Vodka does make more sense, come to think of it. Someone drank all mine though...oops, it was me. LOL
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Reply:Make the rose out of marzipan (almond paste) and use food coloring.
Also, I've seen cake decorators use the frosting to make roses which they then transfer to to cake.
Edit... I looked at your pictures. The cake looked like they were decorated with real rose petals....
http://www.pickapetal.com/content/004697...
Yes, rose petals are edible. The one's on the cake were probably dipped in a sugar solution too.
Here's a link to gum paste rose petals: http://www.sugarcraft.com/catalog/gumpas...
Reply:Since rose petals are edible, why not use the real thing? It would be dramatic and much more interesting.
Reply:I can't read all that
try
http://www.wilton.com
Reply:Good ahead and use REAL rose petals. They're edible!! You can even sugar the petals to make them sweet.
Simply dilute either pasteurized eggs or meringue powder with water. Paint on a thin layer of the egg wash. Sprinkle with superfine sugar and let them air-dry on parchment paper. I recommend using a pair of tweezers to handle the petals.
I'm assuming that I use gum paste... but:
1. How do I shape it into that shape?
2. And what can I use to paint them with?
3. Can I use food coloring and water and brush it on to the dried petals once I have them formed?
4. Should I use something similar to this to form them? http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/phot...
THANK YOU SO MUCH! As always, I'll pick a best answer tonight!
How do I make rose petals to go on top of a cake? Out of gum paste?
This site has pretty good directions for making rose petals out of gum paste. They use pre-colored gum paste, though. I'd imagine you could tint them like the ones in your picture with a soft brush and some food coloring that's been thinned with a little water:
http://www.eweddingcake.com/make-wedding...
Reply:Vodka does make more sense, come to think of it. Someone drank all mine though...oops, it was me. LOL
Good luck with the cake! Report Abuse
Reply:Make the rose out of marzipan (almond paste) and use food coloring.
Also, I've seen cake decorators use the frosting to make roses which they then transfer to to cake.
Edit... I looked at your pictures. The cake looked like they were decorated with real rose petals....
http://www.pickapetal.com/content/004697...
Yes, rose petals are edible. The one's on the cake were probably dipped in a sugar solution too.
Here's a link to gum paste rose petals: http://www.sugarcraft.com/catalog/gumpas...
Reply:Since rose petals are edible, why not use the real thing? It would be dramatic and much more interesting.
Reply:I can't read all that
try
http://www.wilton.com
Reply:Good ahead and use REAL rose petals. They're edible!! You can even sugar the petals to make them sweet.
Simply dilute either pasteurized eggs or meringue powder with water. Paint on a thin layer of the egg wash. Sprinkle with superfine sugar and let them air-dry on parchment paper. I recommend using a pair of tweezers to handle the petals.
What's the botanical name of the fern that is used in rose bouquet?
It has deep green foliage and very pretty.
I'm trying to plant it in my garden for my cutting flowers.
What's the botanical name of the fern that is used in rose bouquet?
Are you talking about "Leather leaf" fern? This is the most commonly used fern in the floral industry. Botanical name is Rumohra adiantiformis. I have only seen it as a cut product for florists and not sure you can get it as a plant for the garden. There are many ferns out there that would work for arrangements though.
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I'm trying to plant it in my garden for my cutting flowers.
What's the botanical name of the fern that is used in rose bouquet?
Are you talking about "Leather leaf" fern? This is the most commonly used fern in the floral industry. Botanical name is Rumohra adiantiformis. I have only seen it as a cut product for florists and not sure you can get it as a plant for the garden. There are many ferns out there that would work for arrangements though.
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CLASSIC COUNTRY Fans..HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!..Which Artist did this "ROSE" Song???!!!?
"I never promised you a ROSE Garden" ?? (Original Artist)
CLASSIC COUNTRY Fans..HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!..Which Artist did this "ROSE" Song???!!!?
Lynn Anderson
Reply:I cheated checked Wiki on this one as I thought Lynn Anderson was too easy...it was originally recored by Joe Smith who wrote the song.
Reply:The name of this song is "Filling the answers board with triva is NOT a question and a clear violation of the Yahoo TOS ".
The name of the band who sings this IS called "REPORTED AND GET A LIFE"!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:thinkin' roni joy has it. but only heard lynn anderson.
Reply:Lynn Anderson
dang..cazman beat me to it
CLASSIC COUNTRY Fans..HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!..Which Artist did this "ROSE" Song???!!!?
Lynn Anderson
Reply:I cheated checked Wiki on this one as I thought Lynn Anderson was too easy...it was originally recored by Joe Smith who wrote the song.
Reply:The name of this song is "Filling the answers board with triva is NOT a question and a clear violation of the Yahoo TOS ".
The name of the band who sings this IS called "REPORTED AND GET A LIFE"!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:thinkin' roni joy has it. but only heard lynn anderson.
Reply:Lynn Anderson
dang..cazman beat me to it
What do I use with these large decorative stones in a garden area?
I have an area along the driveway where we have rose of sharon and nothing else at the moment. We need to put something there along with the large decorative stones. Should I get small stones or something like pea gravel. It's going to be used in place of mulch because it just gets washed onto the driveway. Suggestions please. Thank you!
What do I use with these large decorative stones in a garden area?
A small rock garden would be ideal there. You can add a statue or a fountain or anything you like.
What do I use with these large decorative stones in a garden area?
A small rock garden would be ideal there. You can add a statue or a fountain or anything you like.
Does anyone have a recipe for a Polish Rose , an appetizer?
It is a garden onion wrapped in a slice of meat with a filling of some sort. I think it is a flavored or seasoned cream cheese.
Does anyone have a recipe for a Polish Rose , an appetizer?
POLISH ROSES
3 bunches green onions
1 sm. jar dried beef
1 container soft cream cheese
Spread cream cheese on slice of dried beef and roll up green onion.
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Does anyone have a recipe for a Polish Rose , an appetizer?
POLISH ROSES
3 bunches green onions
1 sm. jar dried beef
1 container soft cream cheese
Spread cream cheese on slice of dried beef and roll up green onion.
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SOUNDS DELICIOUS AND MOUTH WATERING
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Do any gardening boffins know if there's a rose or other nice plant called Ellen please? & where can I buy it?
There is a Rose called 'Ellen Poulsen'
available mail order from Gandy's Roses
www.gandys-roses.co.uk
another called 'Ellen Willmott'
available mail order from David Austin Roses
www.davidaustinroses.com
I believe that David Austin also has another rose named Rosa Ellen 'Auscup'
There are lots of other plants as well, try this link and enter the name Ellen
http://www.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/pla...
Do any gardening boffins know if there's a rose or other nice plant called Ellen please? %26amp; where can I buy it?
this is just about the only rose I can find with Ellen in the name:
Best Single Rose: 'Ellen Willmott'
"Single" roses can have from four to eight petals
Here is a site that sells roses too and they say they have that rose:
www.lilacs.com
Good Luck!
fishineasy
Reply:try searching at: www.rhs.org.uk (royal horticultural society's website follow link to plant finder
the only plant that carries this variety name is: Helianthemum. follow that link as suggested above
Reply:yes there is a Rose called Ellen a deep apricot colour follow this link
http://www.namenerds.com/uucn/listofweek...
for that special rose follow this link
http://www.buyagift.co.uk/Product/Id/114
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available mail order from Gandy's Roses
www.gandys-roses.co.uk
another called 'Ellen Willmott'
available mail order from David Austin Roses
www.davidaustinroses.com
I believe that David Austin also has another rose named Rosa Ellen 'Auscup'
There are lots of other plants as well, try this link and enter the name Ellen
http://www.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/pla...
Do any gardening boffins know if there's a rose or other nice plant called Ellen please? %26amp; where can I buy it?
this is just about the only rose I can find with Ellen in the name:
Best Single Rose: 'Ellen Willmott'
"Single" roses can have from four to eight petals
Here is a site that sells roses too and they say they have that rose:
www.lilacs.com
Good Luck!
fishineasy
Reply:try searching at: www.rhs.org.uk (royal horticultural society's website follow link to plant finder
the only plant that carries this variety name is: Helianthemum. follow that link as suggested above
Reply:yes there is a Rose called Ellen a deep apricot colour follow this link
http://www.namenerds.com/uucn/listofweek...
for that special rose follow this link
http://www.buyagift.co.uk/Product/Id/114
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How can I transplant these wild roses into my garden?
Here is a picture of the wild roses, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_Prairi... . There are about 100 of them outside growing along the road and in the ditch. How can I transplant them into my yard? They are blooming right now, I transplanted 2 a couple of weeks ago, but they are not doing to good. They are alive, but are not blooming. What is the best way to transplant them and keep them alive and blooming?
How can I transplant these wild roses into my garden?
The most important thing is that you MUST take out almost all of the root system without disturbing much of it. Secondly, the soil that you place it into should have as much if not more of the correct fertilization that the original growing place had. Thirdly , the watering of the bush should be kept moist, but not overwatered for a rather lengthy (lets say a month) time so that the ingredients in the soil will have time to rot and feed the plant. i would suggest that you look into the organic gardening (a splendid magazine) website and see if you can get information there. Do as much background reading about roses as you can find. Then try again. Good luck.
Addendum: Forget about the flowering for now. The most important thing is to establish the continuous growing of the plant and let it take care of the blooms at a later time and in its own time.
Reply:Try to disturb and uproot them whilst they are more dormant, as this will stress them the least. OK, you already have some planted, but if you want more then I'd wait until fall time.
Disturb the roots as little as possible as well as add humus, well rotted plant material, into the planting hole. You could prune and remove some of the top growth, so that less energy is needed to maintain and grow there, whilst their roots are shocked and aiming to reestablish themselves. Add some bone-meal, if you can too, as this helps them grow away stronger and will also help them flower. This way would mean the forfeit of some flowers.
Those moved whilst they are dormant won't need such drastic action, as they would use winter and spring to settle their root systems, and regrow to some extent.
Prune off all spent flowers, so that they don't spend energy on producing rose seeds, instead they can focus on making more flowers for you - though the first year priority is to get them established, as good strong growers.
Roses are shallow rooted plants, and so don't allow them to dry out too much:this is where mulches help-garden compost (rotted) or heavily rotted animal manure:cow or horse dung should be fine- don't apply fresh, as it is much too harsh and ammonia will leak down to your rose roots.
Reply:The ones you have already planted should do fine next year. They will spend the rest of this summer establishing their roots. They are pretty hardy. Just keep them watered and you should be fine. If they are still alive now after moving them a couple weeks ago then you must have done it right.
Reply:Whether roses, or any plant, transplanting is very hard on them. So it is always best to move them as they are leaving their dormant period when they have had the first leaves begin to open but risk of freeze is past. However since you have them it is a good idea to cut off most of their canes to reduce transpiration. Without established roots they can loose more water through their leaves than they can acquire from their reduced root capacity. Cut the canes down to 1/3 their original length. It takes approximately 10 days to begin proper root growth so you must take care they do not become desiccated and a good root tonic like kelp emulsion or a preprepared tonic like Root 66 would help them grow new roots.
How can I transplant these wild roses into my garden?
The most important thing is that you MUST take out almost all of the root system without disturbing much of it. Secondly, the soil that you place it into should have as much if not more of the correct fertilization that the original growing place had. Thirdly , the watering of the bush should be kept moist, but not overwatered for a rather lengthy (lets say a month) time so that the ingredients in the soil will have time to rot and feed the plant. i would suggest that you look into the organic gardening (a splendid magazine) website and see if you can get information there. Do as much background reading about roses as you can find. Then try again. Good luck.
Addendum: Forget about the flowering for now. The most important thing is to establish the continuous growing of the plant and let it take care of the blooms at a later time and in its own time.
Reply:Try to disturb and uproot them whilst they are more dormant, as this will stress them the least. OK, you already have some planted, but if you want more then I'd wait until fall time.
Disturb the roots as little as possible as well as add humus, well rotted plant material, into the planting hole. You could prune and remove some of the top growth, so that less energy is needed to maintain and grow there, whilst their roots are shocked and aiming to reestablish themselves. Add some bone-meal, if you can too, as this helps them grow away stronger and will also help them flower. This way would mean the forfeit of some flowers.
Those moved whilst they are dormant won't need such drastic action, as they would use winter and spring to settle their root systems, and regrow to some extent.
Prune off all spent flowers, so that they don't spend energy on producing rose seeds, instead they can focus on making more flowers for you - though the first year priority is to get them established, as good strong growers.
Roses are shallow rooted plants, and so don't allow them to dry out too much:this is where mulches help-garden compost (rotted) or heavily rotted animal manure:cow or horse dung should be fine- don't apply fresh, as it is much too harsh and ammonia will leak down to your rose roots.
Reply:The ones you have already planted should do fine next year. They will spend the rest of this summer establishing their roots. They are pretty hardy. Just keep them watered and you should be fine. If they are still alive now after moving them a couple weeks ago then you must have done it right.
Reply:Whether roses, or any plant, transplanting is very hard on them. So it is always best to move them as they are leaving their dormant period when they have had the first leaves begin to open but risk of freeze is past. However since you have them it is a good idea to cut off most of their canes to reduce transpiration. Without established roots they can loose more water through their leaves than they can acquire from their reduced root capacity. Cut the canes down to 1/3 their original length. It takes approximately 10 days to begin proper root growth so you must take care they do not become desiccated and a good root tonic like kelp emulsion or a preprepared tonic like Root 66 would help them grow new roots.
Where can I find a cheap rose bush?
my mother wants one for mothers day to plant in her garden.
Where can I find a cheap rose bush?
My vote is for Home Depot - just got 2 lovely roses for less than $10 apiece - not bareroot, and covered with blooms. (Local nurseries were selling ones just like them for $22 +)
Also depending on your climate it is best not to get bareroot roses at this time of year - they need to be planted when it is colder. Even the regular roses will need to be planted quickly.
~plantgirl of http://squarefootgardenblog.com
Reply:home depot has a return policy and so do many other stores, it the plant dies, then you can get a refund. keep your receipt. I don't think there is such a great price difference, but my neighbor bought one from walmart last year and this year it is dead. he got his money back and went to Meijers.
Reply:you can check wallmart and also target they have great but cheap roses and other harnivorouse plants
Reply:Walmart or Lowe's (Lowe's has a 1year guarantee)
Reply:Walmart is usually the cheapest... Target too....
Where can I find a cheap rose bush?
My vote is for Home Depot - just got 2 lovely roses for less than $10 apiece - not bareroot, and covered with blooms. (Local nurseries were selling ones just like them for $22 +)
Also depending on your climate it is best not to get bareroot roses at this time of year - they need to be planted when it is colder. Even the regular roses will need to be planted quickly.
~plantgirl of http://squarefootgardenblog.com
Reply:home depot has a return policy and so do many other stores, it the plant dies, then you can get a refund. keep your receipt. I don't think there is such a great price difference, but my neighbor bought one from walmart last year and this year it is dead. he got his money back and went to Meijers.
Reply:you can check wallmart and also target they have great but cheap roses and other harnivorouse plants
Reply:Walmart or Lowe's (Lowe's has a 1year guarantee)
Reply:Walmart is usually the cheapest... Target too....
Why did I get a rose bush with no rose on it.?
A few years ago I planted two claiming rose butches for my mother in a over head garden entrance trellis, now 3 years later still no roses we get beautiful green leaves and its full but no roes.
Has this ever happened to anyone?
Does anyone know why we didn't get any Rose's
Why did I get a rose bush with no rose on it.?
hmm that is weird i would call a gardener and ask them what is wrong and to do.
Reply:It's highly unusual for a rose not to produce a single bud.
Some factors to be considered:
Light: It being an overhead garden trellis as you described it should be in an open area with alot of light, however check to make sure a building/tree or other large object isn't casting shade on it during the critical hours of 10am to 6pm.
Nutrients:Also check the fertilizer you are using. Miracle Gro is so named to promote leafy growth, not necessarily blooms. Buy a specialty fertilizer aimed at roses only.
Bugs: There are some bugs that will enter the rose bud and destroys it so it never reaches full bloom
And lastly is it a Rose at all?? Having worked in garden centers for many years I know that plants can very easily be mislabeled Check the leaf pattern and the stems against pictures online. The leaves are pinnate with 5-9 leaflets.
Reply:I would wait until next year as the climber may be using up it's energy making growth at the expense of making flowers.
This is not unusual for a climber.
It sounds like it is in good condition so if by next spring it still isn't blooming, then I would replace it.
Reply:I bought a Queen Elizabeth climber for our fence. It took almost 4 years for it to bloom. I was trying to train it and therefore pruning it to make it grow the way I wanted. I found out that was my problem. Don't cut off all the old wood. Some roses only bloom on wood that is "old." Be very careful about pruning too much. Only take the dead or diseased stuff off.
Also, if you drink coffee, try taking your extra coffee and grounds out and working them in to the soil around the rose. (Rotted ones work best but they really stink.) Its better than any rose food and you can't over feed it.
You might also try going to your favorite search enging and typing in "Grow Roses (Name of Your rose) (Name of your state)." There are tons of websites that have terriffic info and by searching for the name of your particular rose, you should be able to find out if it has any quirks that need to be met for it to bloom.
Good Luck and Happy Gardening!
Smwoody
Has this ever happened to anyone?
Does anyone know why we didn't get any Rose's
Why did I get a rose bush with no rose on it.?
hmm that is weird i would call a gardener and ask them what is wrong and to do.
Reply:It's highly unusual for a rose not to produce a single bud.
Some factors to be considered:
Light: It being an overhead garden trellis as you described it should be in an open area with alot of light, however check to make sure a building/tree or other large object isn't casting shade on it during the critical hours of 10am to 6pm.
Nutrients:Also check the fertilizer you are using. Miracle Gro is so named to promote leafy growth, not necessarily blooms. Buy a specialty fertilizer aimed at roses only.
Bugs: There are some bugs that will enter the rose bud and destroys it so it never reaches full bloom
And lastly is it a Rose at all?? Having worked in garden centers for many years I know that plants can very easily be mislabeled Check the leaf pattern and the stems against pictures online. The leaves are pinnate with 5-9 leaflets.
Reply:I would wait until next year as the climber may be using up it's energy making growth at the expense of making flowers.
This is not unusual for a climber.
It sounds like it is in good condition so if by next spring it still isn't blooming, then I would replace it.
Reply:I bought a Queen Elizabeth climber for our fence. It took almost 4 years for it to bloom. I was trying to train it and therefore pruning it to make it grow the way I wanted. I found out that was my problem. Don't cut off all the old wood. Some roses only bloom on wood that is "old." Be very careful about pruning too much. Only take the dead or diseased stuff off.
Also, if you drink coffee, try taking your extra coffee and grounds out and working them in to the soil around the rose. (Rotted ones work best but they really stink.) Its better than any rose food and you can't over feed it.
You might also try going to your favorite search enging and typing in "Grow Roses (Name of Your rose) (Name of your state)." There are tons of websites that have terriffic info and by searching for the name of your particular rose, you should be able to find out if it has any quirks that need to be met for it to bloom.
Good Luck and Happy Gardening!
Smwoody
I'm doing a book report and have a few book choices on the list to consider. Help me decide which to choose?
I like fast paced novels without too much description and an interesting plot.Tell me if you've read/liked these:
- Black Like Me (Griffin)
- I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (Green)
- The Cider House Rules (John Irving)
- Fahrenheit 451 (Ray Bradbury)
- Something Wicked This Way Comes (Ray Bradbury)
- The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Agatha Christie)
Thanks.
I'm doing a book report and have a few book choices on the list to consider. Help me decide which to choose?
Agatha Christie is the obvious choice!
TW K
Reply:I would pick either of the Ray Bradbury stories; they're both relatively short and rather fast paced. As you have mentioned that you're not a big fan of a lot of description, I would avoid Cider House Rules with a ten-foot pole. It's a great book and an interesting plot, but by the end of the book you'll know how to give an abortion, due to all of the descriptions of that particular act.
Reply:Well i read Agatha Christie's And then there were none.
and that was a great book, she writes mostly murder mysteries so if you like that kind of thing i'd pick that one.
Ray Bradbury writes all about the future or how he sees the world kind of thing. Fahrenheit 451 ive heard was very good.
Reply:Black Like Me is fairly dated (what's it like to pretend to be black in America?)
Fahrenheit 451 is a book you should read sometime, but not so futuristic anymore -- it would give you ideas to think about.
Like all Agatha Christie books Roger Ackroyd moves right along, and has plot twists you will like. It's my vote.
I've not read the others.
Reply:Well, I'm partial to mysteries so I would vote for Agatha Christie.
Reply:i read fahrenheit 451 its a book that supposed to be about perfect world. how it would be if the world was perfect i would give is a 8 outa 10
choosing ice skates
- Black Like Me (Griffin)
- I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (Green)
- The Cider House Rules (John Irving)
- Fahrenheit 451 (Ray Bradbury)
- Something Wicked This Way Comes (Ray Bradbury)
- The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Agatha Christie)
Thanks.
I'm doing a book report and have a few book choices on the list to consider. Help me decide which to choose?
Agatha Christie is the obvious choice!
TW K
Reply:I would pick either of the Ray Bradbury stories; they're both relatively short and rather fast paced. As you have mentioned that you're not a big fan of a lot of description, I would avoid Cider House Rules with a ten-foot pole. It's a great book and an interesting plot, but by the end of the book you'll know how to give an abortion, due to all of the descriptions of that particular act.
Reply:Well i read Agatha Christie's And then there were none.
and that was a great book, she writes mostly murder mysteries so if you like that kind of thing i'd pick that one.
Ray Bradbury writes all about the future or how he sees the world kind of thing. Fahrenheit 451 ive heard was very good.
Reply:Black Like Me is fairly dated (what's it like to pretend to be black in America?)
Fahrenheit 451 is a book you should read sometime, but not so futuristic anymore -- it would give you ideas to think about.
Like all Agatha Christie books Roger Ackroyd moves right along, and has plot twists you will like. It's my vote.
I've not read the others.
Reply:Well, I'm partial to mysteries so I would vote for Agatha Christie.
Reply:i read fahrenheit 451 its a book that supposed to be about perfect world. how it would be if the world was perfect i would give is a 8 outa 10
choosing ice skates
Can I keep rose bushes in flower pots only? ( I rent so I want to take them with me)?
I rent the house I currently live in (I am in college) and I seem to have to move a lot. I love flowers and gardening but I hate to plant them at the house and do a lot of work and just leave them when I have to move. Can I leave rose bushes in a flower pot...will they survive?
Can I keep rose bushes in flower pots only? ( I rent so I want to take them with me)?
This site has all you need to know about container rose gardens.
Reply:I have kept roses in containers with reasonable success. Keep them well pruned and fed. Mine were really nice but I finally got lazy and put them in a flower bed.
Good luck
Reply:Yes, but it would take larger pots, as long as the roots have plenty of space they will survive.
Reply:You can keep roses in gro-bags (the kind one uses for growing tomatoes). Just keep fertilizing with bonemeal and they will be fine - provided the bags are deep enough for the roots.
Can I keep rose bushes in flower pots only? ( I rent so I want to take them with me)?
This site has all you need to know about container rose gardens.
Reply:I have kept roses in containers with reasonable success. Keep them well pruned and fed. Mine were really nice but I finally got lazy and put them in a flower bed.
Good luck
Reply:Yes, but it would take larger pots, as long as the roots have plenty of space they will survive.
Reply:You can keep roses in gro-bags (the kind one uses for growing tomatoes). Just keep fertilizing with bonemeal and they will be fine - provided the bags are deep enough for the roots.
How do I make Gulkand or Rose petal jam?
Can I just take petals of the roses in my garden to make it or do I need to use petals of some special type of roses? I have pink, yellow, orange and red petaled roses in my garden. Can I use any or all of these for making the jam? Thanks!
How do I make Gulkand or Rose petal jam?
I've eaten but not made this -- here's a recipe I picked up
Gulkand/ Rose Petal Jam
Ingredients
1 kg fresh red and pink fragrant rose petals, washed and drained
[ Wild roses, are best, beacuse they have essential oils in them whereas cultured roses lack this quality. Best if the roses are grown organically, super fresh picked in the morning and clean, without dust, insects etc. ]
1 kg sugar
2 tspns cardamom seeds crushed
2 tspns fennel aniseeds
Few drops rose essence
Method
In a ceramic or glass bowl crush rose petals into the sugar by folding with wooden spooon -- OR,--- layer alternately rose petals and sugar directly into wide glass jar. If using the bowl-crushing method, add all the remaining ingredients and spoon into a large mouthed glass jar with tight lid. Leave in the sun everyday with lid closed, and stir with clean, dry wooden spoon every other day or so. The sun and sugar will draw out the moisture from the petals and make it syrupy.
Bring it in when the sun goes. Do this for a week-ten days and then leave the jar indoors on shelf, stir once in while, till you see it has turned dark and acquired a jam like consistency. takes another two plus weeks. Now it's ready. Store in a cool place. Will keep for year or two. Not refrigerated in India.
This is an Ayurvedic remedy as well, in addition to being used in paan. Considered cooling, a stomach settler, and a digestiive aid. It is an antioxidant, a tonic, a mild laxative, and good for memory and eyesight.
Check this link as well http://www.mamtaskitchen.com/recipe_disp...
Reply:Use only pink rose petals which we use in garlands......wash the rose petals in cold water genlt(like keeping in water for 2 mins and rinsing it). the ice cold water should be drinking water..... next put these petals in a glass jar and add about 200 gms of sugar for a glass filled jar of rose petals(jar=500gm jar) keep it in room temprature for few days and u'll notice that the color would change to brown.. after the colours start to change mix the contents of the jar with a spoon till the sugar in it gets mixed well. again leave it for few days and ur gulkand is ready... it's a process of about 4-6 weeks.... indian summer is the best season to prepare it.
How do I make Gulkand or Rose petal jam?
I've eaten but not made this -- here's a recipe I picked up
Gulkand/ Rose Petal Jam
Ingredients
1 kg fresh red and pink fragrant rose petals, washed and drained
[ Wild roses, are best, beacuse they have essential oils in them whereas cultured roses lack this quality. Best if the roses are grown organically, super fresh picked in the morning and clean, without dust, insects etc. ]
1 kg sugar
2 tspns cardamom seeds crushed
2 tspns fennel aniseeds
Few drops rose essence
Method
In a ceramic or glass bowl crush rose petals into the sugar by folding with wooden spooon -- OR,--- layer alternately rose petals and sugar directly into wide glass jar. If using the bowl-crushing method, add all the remaining ingredients and spoon into a large mouthed glass jar with tight lid. Leave in the sun everyday with lid closed, and stir with clean, dry wooden spoon every other day or so. The sun and sugar will draw out the moisture from the petals and make it syrupy.
Bring it in when the sun goes. Do this for a week-ten days and then leave the jar indoors on shelf, stir once in while, till you see it has turned dark and acquired a jam like consistency. takes another two plus weeks. Now it's ready. Store in a cool place. Will keep for year or two. Not refrigerated in India.
This is an Ayurvedic remedy as well, in addition to being used in paan. Considered cooling, a stomach settler, and a digestiive aid. It is an antioxidant, a tonic, a mild laxative, and good for memory and eyesight.
Check this link as well http://www.mamtaskitchen.com/recipe_disp...
Reply:Use only pink rose petals which we use in garlands......wash the rose petals in cold water genlt(like keeping in water for 2 mins and rinsing it). the ice cold water should be drinking water..... next put these petals in a glass jar and add about 200 gms of sugar for a glass filled jar of rose petals(jar=500gm jar) keep it in room temprature for few days and u'll notice that the color would change to brown.. after the colours start to change mix the contents of the jar with a spoon till the sugar in it gets mixed well. again leave it for few days and ur gulkand is ready... it's a process of about 4-6 weeks.... indian summer is the best season to prepare it.
How cold is too cold for the plants in my garden?
My boyfriend and I planted a few plants today because it was 75 degrees. I am in Missouri, and it tends to get cold and then warm and then cold again all in one week. This week, the days will be in the 50's, but at night, it could get down in the high 20's. The main plants we are concerned with are the rose bush, a lilac bush, dwarf carnations and some tomato plants. If this is too cold, what is the best way to help protect them?
How cold is too cold for the plants in my garden?
Tomato plants should be put in the ground after the last frost, they are so, so delicate, cover them at night. Maybe cover the rest also just to protect them, if they are not too big.
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You are too funny, it's so easy to plant stuff in the garden as soon as we get one nice day! I have had the urge with the mild winter we are having, but resisted. But t-storms should be okay, maybe rig up some sort of tarp tent so the rains do not smush the plants and flood them out.
Reply:If it gets down in the 20's at night your carnations and tomatoes will be doomed from frost damage unless you cover them up with something like a plastic sheet. If you are going to get rain and winds tonight at least these plants will be safe from any frost tonight, but if the winds are high enough they may suffer some wind damage since they are newly planted. The thunder and lighting is not an issue unless they are hit directly by lighting which is probably very unlikely.
How cold is too cold for the plants in my garden?
Tomato plants should be put in the ground after the last frost, they are so, so delicate, cover them at night. Maybe cover the rest also just to protect them, if they are not too big.
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You are too funny, it's so easy to plant stuff in the garden as soon as we get one nice day! I have had the urge with the mild winter we are having, but resisted. But t-storms should be okay, maybe rig up some sort of tarp tent so the rains do not smush the plants and flood them out.
Reply:If it gets down in the 20's at night your carnations and tomatoes will be doomed from frost damage unless you cover them up with something like a plastic sheet. If you are going to get rain and winds tonight at least these plants will be safe from any frost tonight, but if the winds are high enough they may suffer some wind damage since they are newly planted. The thunder and lighting is not an issue unless they are hit directly by lighting which is probably very unlikely.
How do I look after a miniature rose bush?
I don't know what sort it is, it's just small, in my garden and it's got lots of flowers on it.
How do I look after a miniature rose bush?
The same as for your other bush. However, if it's not in a pot you need to ensure you avoid any contact with alkaline soil so if you live in a chalky area you should have dug a deep hole and filled it with a clay mixture, put a rose feed on top of that and then place the roots above that, filling the gaps with decent soil (no alkaline). Remember to water through any dry spells that occur in winter as well as the rest of the year. Roses die quickly without water.
Reply:Employ a miniature gardener.
Reply:about the same as after a single martini. but I'm sure the thorns are going to hurt going down.
Reply:Ask your miniature Daddy.
see answer for miniature apple tree :)
Reply:Same as a normal sized roebush just be more careful.
Reply:All the help and answers you need are here.
http://www.johnsrosegarden.org/BJDstory/...
Reply:Treat it the same as the other rose bushes but mine is kept in a pot.........i bring it in during the winter. Gorgeous!
skates
How do I look after a miniature rose bush?
The same as for your other bush. However, if it's not in a pot you need to ensure you avoid any contact with alkaline soil so if you live in a chalky area you should have dug a deep hole and filled it with a clay mixture, put a rose feed on top of that and then place the roots above that, filling the gaps with decent soil (no alkaline). Remember to water through any dry spells that occur in winter as well as the rest of the year. Roses die quickly without water.
Reply:Employ a miniature gardener.
Reply:about the same as after a single martini. but I'm sure the thorns are going to hurt going down.
Reply:Ask your miniature Daddy.
see answer for miniature apple tree :)
Reply:Same as a normal sized roebush just be more careful.
Reply:All the help and answers you need are here.
http://www.johnsrosegarden.org/BJDstory/...
Reply:Treat it the same as the other rose bushes but mine is kept in a pot.........i bring it in during the winter. Gorgeous!
skates
How do I look after a miniature rose?
I bought one at a garden centre and it doesn't have any care instructions on it. It's in a pot in my desk at work.
How do I look after a miniature rose?
They look good at the beginning and are nice gifts, but they always die! Even if you plant them out in the garden, they lack vitality and fade away with time. So don't get too attached to it. Sorry to be Mr. Grim, but somebody has to give you a wake up call...
Reply:put it in a bright place and make sure the soil doesn't dry out completely. Feed it once a month with plant food in the winter and once every two weeks in the summer.
Reply:Although it undoubtedly looks wonderful at the moment,your mini rose will start going 'soft' and will lose it's flowers and all of it' s leaves if left indoors too long. You need to gradually acclimatise it i.e.start putting it somewhere cooler in stages.and then plunge into a hole in your garden leaving it in the pot.then,in the spring when the frosts have passed plant out.do not feed until spring but do spray leaves with water.
Reply:i have miniature roses in my garden.they don't take much looking after.just dead head it.i you transfer it to the garden mulch it for the winter with leaf mold
Reply:water and a bit of baby bio should be all you need really
Reply:It needs to be watered, not too much though. Clean it's leaves with wet tissue from time to time and you can use fertiliser for roses (according to recommendation on the bottle). If you have a garden, you can plant it there if you decide to remove it from your desk.
How do I look after a miniature rose?
They look good at the beginning and are nice gifts, but they always die! Even if you plant them out in the garden, they lack vitality and fade away with time. So don't get too attached to it. Sorry to be Mr. Grim, but somebody has to give you a wake up call...
Reply:put it in a bright place and make sure the soil doesn't dry out completely. Feed it once a month with plant food in the winter and once every two weeks in the summer.
Reply:Although it undoubtedly looks wonderful at the moment,your mini rose will start going 'soft' and will lose it's flowers and all of it' s leaves if left indoors too long. You need to gradually acclimatise it i.e.start putting it somewhere cooler in stages.and then plunge into a hole in your garden leaving it in the pot.then,in the spring when the frosts have passed plant out.do not feed until spring but do spray leaves with water.
Reply:i have miniature roses in my garden.they don't take much looking after.just dead head it.i you transfer it to the garden mulch it for the winter with leaf mold
Reply:water and a bit of baby bio should be all you need really
Reply:It needs to be watered, not too much though. Clean it's leaves with wet tissue from time to time and you can use fertiliser for roses (according to recommendation on the bottle). If you have a garden, you can plant it there if you decide to remove it from your desk.
Out of the 18 plants in the garden one third are roses. how many are roses?
my brother thinks its fricken 1 rose so im trying to explain it to him.
Out of the 18 plants in the garden one third are roses. how many are roses?
6
Reply:Well that would be 6! good luck and be easy on your brother... show him 18 pennies in 3 groups of 6 and try explaining that way :-)
Reply:18 diveded by 3 = 6
Reply:Prove he's wrong.
Go find 18 items. Then make 3 equal piles and make your brother count one of the piles.
Reply:llen,
One third of 18 is 6... six plants equal one third of the total amount of plants in your garden..
Out of the 18 plants in the garden one third are roses. how many are roses?
6
Reply:Well that would be 6! good luck and be easy on your brother... show him 18 pennies in 3 groups of 6 and try explaining that way :-)
Reply:18 diveded by 3 = 6
Reply:Prove he's wrong.
Go find 18 items. Then make 3 equal piles and make your brother count one of the piles.
Reply:llen,
One third of 18 is 6... six plants equal one third of the total amount of plants in your garden..
Do I need to prune my garden perennials before the snow falls?
I bought a house and there are
1. rose bushes
2. raspberry bushes
3. tons of perennials like lavender
4. clematis thing
Do I need to cut them down to the ground this winter? How about protecting them from harsh weather? Thanks!
Do I need to prune my garden perennials before the snow falls?
1. yes 2. yes 3. No, you can prune perennials in spring before new growth starts. Many birds eat the seeds of lots of perennials or land on the stems to rest. I leave mine for the wildlife and also to add interest to the winter garden. 4. It depends which group your clematis falls into. Some should be cut within 6 inches of the ground in spring, others bloom on old growth and only need light pruning of dead stems. It never hurts to mulch your plants for extra winter protection.
Reply:Depends on the climate. Heavy snow loads and severe cold, yes, you should prune and cover with mulch.
Otherwise, on roses, remove all old blooms and buds to eliminate overwintering insects.
Raspberries, if everbearing yes, you can cut them back if you want, otherwise, only remove those that bore this year as they are finished. The others must stay.
Perennials....lavender I see you don't have a real cold climate ig you are growiong lavender. Just tidy it up a bit, no serious cutting. Same with the others, remove old flower heads, tidy up.
Clematis thing.....vine...no, leave the vine alone.
Most of all, if you live in a dry winter climate, water once or twice a month! If it gets near zero F, by all means spread a loose mulch around the perennials, clematis base and roses.
Reply:Rose bushes prune back about 2" from the soil,except for climbing roses they do not need to be pruned. Raspberry bushes, prune back the old canes , they will be tougher wood, leave the new canes from this year as that is what is going to produce the fruit for next year,clematis depending on what type it is some you do other you don't, when in doubt, DON'T. and lavender you could almost mow the plant with your lawn mower and it would come back up. Actually I rarely cut back perennials as they all have seeds on them which you feathered friends enjoy through the winter months. If you have trees in your yard a good mulch is the fall leaves it helps to protect the roots of all your plants...........Good Luck
Reply:1yes ,2yes,3yes,4no.try to dob pruning tar on what you cut so you dont get cain bores.
Reply:I don't cut mine back, but a good layer of mulch will protect the roots.
1. rose bushes
2. raspberry bushes
3. tons of perennials like lavender
4. clematis thing
Do I need to cut them down to the ground this winter? How about protecting them from harsh weather? Thanks!
Do I need to prune my garden perennials before the snow falls?
1. yes 2. yes 3. No, you can prune perennials in spring before new growth starts. Many birds eat the seeds of lots of perennials or land on the stems to rest. I leave mine for the wildlife and also to add interest to the winter garden. 4. It depends which group your clematis falls into. Some should be cut within 6 inches of the ground in spring, others bloom on old growth and only need light pruning of dead stems. It never hurts to mulch your plants for extra winter protection.
Reply:Depends on the climate. Heavy snow loads and severe cold, yes, you should prune and cover with mulch.
Otherwise, on roses, remove all old blooms and buds to eliminate overwintering insects.
Raspberries, if everbearing yes, you can cut them back if you want, otherwise, only remove those that bore this year as they are finished. The others must stay.
Perennials....lavender I see you don't have a real cold climate ig you are growiong lavender. Just tidy it up a bit, no serious cutting. Same with the others, remove old flower heads, tidy up.
Clematis thing.....vine...no, leave the vine alone.
Most of all, if you live in a dry winter climate, water once or twice a month! If it gets near zero F, by all means spread a loose mulch around the perennials, clematis base and roses.
Reply:Rose bushes prune back about 2" from the soil,except for climbing roses they do not need to be pruned. Raspberry bushes, prune back the old canes , they will be tougher wood, leave the new canes from this year as that is what is going to produce the fruit for next year,clematis depending on what type it is some you do other you don't, when in doubt, DON'T. and lavender you could almost mow the plant with your lawn mower and it would come back up. Actually I rarely cut back perennials as they all have seeds on them which you feathered friends enjoy through the winter months. If you have trees in your yard a good mulch is the fall leaves it helps to protect the roots of all your plants...........Good Luck
Reply:1yes ,2yes,3yes,4no.try to dob pruning tar on what you cut so you dont get cain bores.
Reply:I don't cut mine back, but a good layer of mulch will protect the roots.
I need plants for full sun, and I mean full sun allllll day. I keep buying?
plants that Home Depot says are for full sun and they wither up and die - or the leaves burn. I know grasses work but I like something with color or flowers. I have a rose garden so want something else. Do fruit trees like sun? I want one of those too. THANKS!!!!
I need plants for full sun, and I mean full sun allllll day. I keep buying?
The full sun plants in my yard (hot dry Oklahoma weather) are:
1. Daylilies. Once established, they tolerate dry conditions. They are perennials and spread by underground rhizomes. http://www.bintgoddess.com/plantpics/ora... Daylilies come in many, many colors.
2. Shasta Daisies. (The white daisies on the left). http://www-personal.umich.edu/~sundholm/...
They are perennials and spread by underground roots. They do, however, require daily watering or they wilt dramatically.
3. Dianthus (Sweet William, "pinks"). Annuals, but may return if winter is not too freezing. Come in many colors.
4. Iris. Many, many colors. http://www.gardendream.net/Newgardengal/... Full sun. Spread via underground rhizome. Plant with rhizome partly above soil.
5. Wild violets. http://www.flickr.com/photos/lallee/3662... These spread like crazy and look good tucked around other plants.
6. Liriope grass, monkey grass. Doesn't care if it has shade or sun. Spikes have different colored flowers according to the plant. http://forum.garten-pur.de/attachments/L...
7. Pampas grass. Full sun! Tall, beautiful, sweeping. http://www.flickr.com/photos/afroswede/4...
These aren't my photos (thanks to the folks who they belong to!) but they are good representations.
Regarding watering, a good general guideline is: don't water lightly daily (unless the plant, like a Shasta Daisy, needs it). Water deeply and irregularly. This will encourage your plants to grow strong, deep roots. Light watering keeps the roots near the surface.
Always mulch around your full-sun plants. This helps conserve the water and cool their roots.
Happy planting!
Reply:Verbena, marigolds, %26amp; petunias love full sun %26amp; are so colorful. I planted three Verbena plants around my lamp post a few months ago, %26amp; they took right off %26amp; are nice %26amp; full %26amp; have spread nearly all around the lamp post on their own. Alyssum %26amp; Phlox are great as a ground cover %26amp; can take full sun as well. Hosta comes in a couple colors %26amp; can take the sun as well. Try planting a Crepe Myrtle tree, as they come in many colors %26amp; are so pretty. Just make sure you use the proper fertilizer %26amp; dig the hole deep enough %26amp; wide enough when planting it. I get all of my plants at Lowes, as the plants at Home Depot stink.
Reply:If you live in a drought prone area, try looking for ideas in the High Country Gardens catalog:
http://www.highcountrygardens.com/
They specialize in "Xeric" gardening - using plants that stand up to very dry, sunny conditions.
I have admired the great plants they have on offer, but I live in a wet area, so they would drown on me. :(
Reply:make sure your watering a little each day rather then alot every couple of days. For me i love cactus for full sun and there easy to take care of, make sure you use a cactus planting soil. Theres so many kinds of cactus im sure you will find something you like.
Reply:Zinnias are great...they like sun, are colorful and don't need a lot of water. I buy seeds, and they always come up quick. Go to a local nursery where they have started the flowers and fruit trees right there. So they are acclimated to your specific climate and zone. Home Depot probably gets them from a place far away from where you live. Check out this forum and find someone from your zone. They can help.
Reply:Gerber Daiseys like full sun but like water too... when the leaves look limp soak them good usually in the earlly morning or late evening. they will come back to life.. when the bloom has gone to seed be sure and cut off the old flower and new ones will grow back. If in a mild climate, they will come back every year. the blooms last quite awhile... but like I said be sure to water them. Home Depot carries Gerber Daiseys. Be sure to either plant them in the ground or in a pot with new soil as the soil that the plants are in when bought dries out very quickly..
as far as fruit trees.. if your getting a fruit tree a plum is a good choice. they take heat and cold.. they flower in the spring. with white flowers. be sure to get a self pollinating tree. It will say this on the tag.Otherwise you won't have flowers...
if you want a tree without fruit but a tree that flowers try a decorative purple plum.. they have pink flowers and maroon colored leaves ... very pretty in the spring... and Home Depot carries all of these. be sure to transplant all and water good.
Reply:Sunflowers!
Reply:Concentrate on perennials, (plants that remain year after year or return from root not seed). Huge wide variety available, try to get something that might grow naturally in your area. Keep in mind perennials don't looks so great when for sale \ but they do very well in the garden. They root very deep as opposed to annuals that are shallow rooted. So they don't need endless watering. Just water them well when you plant them for a week... then let them go. Expect a great display next year. Maybe some mixed reults this year.
Reply:Are you sure you are watering them well. Also, are they in full sun at Home Depot? If they are in some shade they may need some time to get aclimated to full sun. You may need to put them in partial shade in their pots and increase the amount of sun they get daily. Daisys, marigolds and zenias love full sun, but it may be too late in the season for them this year. You might also contact your County Extension Agent for more ideas. www.aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu will also have some good ideas.
Good luck.
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I need plants for full sun, and I mean full sun allllll day. I keep buying?
The full sun plants in my yard (hot dry Oklahoma weather) are:
1. Daylilies. Once established, they tolerate dry conditions. They are perennials and spread by underground rhizomes. http://www.bintgoddess.com/plantpics/ora... Daylilies come in many, many colors.
2. Shasta Daisies. (The white daisies on the left). http://www-personal.umich.edu/~sundholm/...
They are perennials and spread by underground roots. They do, however, require daily watering or they wilt dramatically.
3. Dianthus (Sweet William, "pinks"). Annuals, but may return if winter is not too freezing. Come in many colors.
4. Iris. Many, many colors. http://www.gardendream.net/Newgardengal/... Full sun. Spread via underground rhizome. Plant with rhizome partly above soil.
5. Wild violets. http://www.flickr.com/photos/lallee/3662... These spread like crazy and look good tucked around other plants.
6. Liriope grass, monkey grass. Doesn't care if it has shade or sun. Spikes have different colored flowers according to the plant. http://forum.garten-pur.de/attachments/L...
7. Pampas grass. Full sun! Tall, beautiful, sweeping. http://www.flickr.com/photos/afroswede/4...
These aren't my photos (thanks to the folks who they belong to!) but they are good representations.
Regarding watering, a good general guideline is: don't water lightly daily (unless the plant, like a Shasta Daisy, needs it). Water deeply and irregularly. This will encourage your plants to grow strong, deep roots. Light watering keeps the roots near the surface.
Always mulch around your full-sun plants. This helps conserve the water and cool their roots.
Happy planting!
Reply:Verbena, marigolds, %26amp; petunias love full sun %26amp; are so colorful. I planted three Verbena plants around my lamp post a few months ago, %26amp; they took right off %26amp; are nice %26amp; full %26amp; have spread nearly all around the lamp post on their own. Alyssum %26amp; Phlox are great as a ground cover %26amp; can take full sun as well. Hosta comes in a couple colors %26amp; can take the sun as well. Try planting a Crepe Myrtle tree, as they come in many colors %26amp; are so pretty. Just make sure you use the proper fertilizer %26amp; dig the hole deep enough %26amp; wide enough when planting it. I get all of my plants at Lowes, as the plants at Home Depot stink.
Reply:If you live in a drought prone area, try looking for ideas in the High Country Gardens catalog:
http://www.highcountrygardens.com/
They specialize in "Xeric" gardening - using plants that stand up to very dry, sunny conditions.
I have admired the great plants they have on offer, but I live in a wet area, so they would drown on me. :(
Reply:make sure your watering a little each day rather then alot every couple of days. For me i love cactus for full sun and there easy to take care of, make sure you use a cactus planting soil. Theres so many kinds of cactus im sure you will find something you like.
Reply:Zinnias are great...they like sun, are colorful and don't need a lot of water. I buy seeds, and they always come up quick. Go to a local nursery where they have started the flowers and fruit trees right there. So they are acclimated to your specific climate and zone. Home Depot probably gets them from a place far away from where you live. Check out this forum and find someone from your zone. They can help.
Reply:Gerber Daiseys like full sun but like water too... when the leaves look limp soak them good usually in the earlly morning or late evening. they will come back to life.. when the bloom has gone to seed be sure and cut off the old flower and new ones will grow back. If in a mild climate, they will come back every year. the blooms last quite awhile... but like I said be sure to water them. Home Depot carries Gerber Daiseys. Be sure to either plant them in the ground or in a pot with new soil as the soil that the plants are in when bought dries out very quickly..
as far as fruit trees.. if your getting a fruit tree a plum is a good choice. they take heat and cold.. they flower in the spring. with white flowers. be sure to get a self pollinating tree. It will say this on the tag.Otherwise you won't have flowers...
if you want a tree without fruit but a tree that flowers try a decorative purple plum.. they have pink flowers and maroon colored leaves ... very pretty in the spring... and Home Depot carries all of these. be sure to transplant all and water good.
Reply:Sunflowers!
Reply:Concentrate on perennials, (plants that remain year after year or return from root not seed). Huge wide variety available, try to get something that might grow naturally in your area. Keep in mind perennials don't looks so great when for sale \ but they do very well in the garden. They root very deep as opposed to annuals that are shallow rooted. So they don't need endless watering. Just water them well when you plant them for a week... then let them go. Expect a great display next year. Maybe some mixed reults this year.
Reply:Are you sure you are watering them well. Also, are they in full sun at Home Depot? If they are in some shade they may need some time to get aclimated to full sun. You may need to put them in partial shade in their pots and increase the amount of sun they get daily. Daisys, marigolds and zenias love full sun, but it may be too late in the season for them this year. You might also contact your County Extension Agent for more ideas. www.aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu will also have some good ideas.
Good luck.
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Where should I take an international visitor in Portland?
so...i am going home after a few years absence, and i'll be bringing my boyfriend, who lives in mexico. we'll be in the portland area for about a week, staying in the pearl district.
like i said...haven't been home in a while. i know we'll go to the rose garden, columbia river gorge, mt hood, and beach. but what are some things we can do locally?? the last time i lived downtown i wasn't old enough to go anywhere! now i feel out of touch with everything.
mainly i'm thinking hang out spots, cool places to eat, or just sit and enjoy the weather, drink a beer, etc.. right now i am thinking Henrys, Kjells, and then...I'm out!!!!
like i said, my man is from mexico, and has only spent a bit of time in texas and arizona. i'm anxious to show him the "oregon spirit" ie...people who aren't racist, just a chill relaxed, accepting attitude. i want to show off our great beer, foods, and beautiful scenery.
Where should I take an international visitor in Portland?
Make sure you hit any of the skillions of locally-owned brew pubs: Lucky Lab, Old Lompoc, McMenamin's, Bridgeport. All of these pubs have locations in Northwest Portland. That's where you'll find the real Portland people, and you can get some excellent beer and food.
Welcome back.
Reply:If you like jazz, Jimmy Mak's...if you like strip clubs, Exotica or club 205. There are some bangin' restaurants, like in the University district, The Green Onion, The Melting Pot, The Cheerful Tortoise is a great place to hang out and have a beer, they have their own brew, Turtle Dew, and the bartenders know how to mix a drink, and the service is slammin...if you go in Mon-Thurs ask for Natalia, a beautiful Chilean/Irish young lady server, there is so much here in Portland I could take all day...I ******** love this city, and I sure hope you and your boyfriend have a great time! Peace and Love...oh- The Cheerful Tortoise has a web site, cheerfulgrills.com, and they have a few different locations ....
Reply:- Saturday Market
- Hawthorne District, or NW 23rd st. district (restaurants, shopping, pubs)
- Doug Fir or Holocene for music
- Aura @ 10th and W Burnside
- Bridgeport pub in NW
- Kennedy School pub on 42nd north of Killingsworth
- Council Crest Park, for the views
- Omsi's Omnimax theatre....
just to name a few...
if you're around in early June, the Rose Festival fun center.
Reply:You are dumb
like i said...haven't been home in a while. i know we'll go to the rose garden, columbia river gorge, mt hood, and beach. but what are some things we can do locally?? the last time i lived downtown i wasn't old enough to go anywhere! now i feel out of touch with everything.
mainly i'm thinking hang out spots, cool places to eat, or just sit and enjoy the weather, drink a beer, etc.. right now i am thinking Henrys, Kjells, and then...I'm out!!!!
like i said, my man is from mexico, and has only spent a bit of time in texas and arizona. i'm anxious to show him the "oregon spirit" ie...people who aren't racist, just a chill relaxed, accepting attitude. i want to show off our great beer, foods, and beautiful scenery.
Where should I take an international visitor in Portland?
Make sure you hit any of the skillions of locally-owned brew pubs: Lucky Lab, Old Lompoc, McMenamin's, Bridgeport. All of these pubs have locations in Northwest Portland. That's where you'll find the real Portland people, and you can get some excellent beer and food.
Welcome back.
Reply:If you like jazz, Jimmy Mak's...if you like strip clubs, Exotica or club 205. There are some bangin' restaurants, like in the University district, The Green Onion, The Melting Pot, The Cheerful Tortoise is a great place to hang out and have a beer, they have their own brew, Turtle Dew, and the bartenders know how to mix a drink, and the service is slammin...if you go in Mon-Thurs ask for Natalia, a beautiful Chilean/Irish young lady server, there is so much here in Portland I could take all day...I ******** love this city, and I sure hope you and your boyfriend have a great time! Peace and Love...oh- The Cheerful Tortoise has a web site, cheerfulgrills.com, and they have a few different locations ....
Reply:- Saturday Market
- Hawthorne District, or NW 23rd st. district (restaurants, shopping, pubs)
- Doug Fir or Holocene for music
- Aura @ 10th and W Burnside
- Bridgeport pub in NW
- Kennedy School pub on 42nd north of Killingsworth
- Council Crest Park, for the views
- Omsi's Omnimax theatre....
just to name a few...
if you're around in early June, the Rose Festival fun center.
Reply:You are dumb
Rose Gardening?
in tropical coastal areas
Rose Gardening?
Hello,
Rose gardening can be a little tricky as roses love to get wet, but must dry off before the sun goes down or you will start to get mold. Also, they like to dry out before you water them again. Because of their high nutritional needs they must have systemic rose food at least 3 times a year. What I mean by systemic rose is food that keeps the bugs away, (if they bite the plant, well let's just say they are no more :) as well as feeding the plant. They must be pruned back after every blooming, and try and get as many of the old woody stalks as you can because they are no longer really producing, and on hybrid teas you want nice long stems. What you want to do is leave is 3-4 good, new stalks about 1 foot high after pruning. In snow, it is a good idea to cover their roots (and they have a rather prolific root system and many people place them too close together) with a good thick layer of shavings, then put a paper bag over them, if you think they are going to get frost bite and tie it to the base of the rose. That is for cold climates. I have been working on some hybrids that last up to two weeks in 120 degree heat. One more thing, always make sure that the roses have at least 3/4's of the days sunlight. I've found the pinks, blues, silver like a little shadier places, where the dark reds and whites love the sun, so plant accordingly.
Also for any of you who have problems with ants and other critters. I have found a product called Perma Guard that not only kills the ants, but because they walk over it, they take it back to the hill, thus killing all the other ants, and the best thing about this stuff is that it works, and is NOT harmful to mammals :) The down side is that it is expensive, but you get two bags of the stuff and mine is still going strong, (amount I still have left) 7 years after I purchased it. Great stuff, and you do not have to worry about children or your dogs or cats if they accidently get some on them, just wash it off. But it is always a good idea to keep watch with any substance you are putting on your plants.
Hope that helps with rose questions in cold weather. Now on to your question. One of the biggest problems is that in a wet environment, they rot, however if you can make sure to keep water off the rose itself, water, let dry, and only water again when it is dry, you should't have too much trouble. And because they are going to bloom more prolific, make sure they have the systemic rose food. Also, another way to go in the getting rid of bugs department is use a little soap, just your old fashioned clean your dishes soap, put it in a sprayer, and spray your roses with this mixture, and allow them to dry. I can't stress enough how roses love to get wet, dry and get wet again. More people kill roses by planting them too close (their root system can reach 5 feet or more) or watering them to death. Hope this helps for both tropics and cold.
Sincerely,
ND
Reply:It is difficult.Roses like a cool climate and do not like salt laden winds.Give it a try you might get lucky....
Rose Gardening?
Hello,
Rose gardening can be a little tricky as roses love to get wet, but must dry off before the sun goes down or you will start to get mold. Also, they like to dry out before you water them again. Because of their high nutritional needs they must have systemic rose food at least 3 times a year. What I mean by systemic rose is food that keeps the bugs away, (if they bite the plant, well let's just say they are no more :) as well as feeding the plant. They must be pruned back after every blooming, and try and get as many of the old woody stalks as you can because they are no longer really producing, and on hybrid teas you want nice long stems. What you want to do is leave is 3-4 good, new stalks about 1 foot high after pruning. In snow, it is a good idea to cover their roots (and they have a rather prolific root system and many people place them too close together) with a good thick layer of shavings, then put a paper bag over them, if you think they are going to get frost bite and tie it to the base of the rose. That is for cold climates. I have been working on some hybrids that last up to two weeks in 120 degree heat. One more thing, always make sure that the roses have at least 3/4's of the days sunlight. I've found the pinks, blues, silver like a little shadier places, where the dark reds and whites love the sun, so plant accordingly.
Also for any of you who have problems with ants and other critters. I have found a product called Perma Guard that not only kills the ants, but because they walk over it, they take it back to the hill, thus killing all the other ants, and the best thing about this stuff is that it works, and is NOT harmful to mammals :) The down side is that it is expensive, but you get two bags of the stuff and mine is still going strong, (amount I still have left) 7 years after I purchased it. Great stuff, and you do not have to worry about children or your dogs or cats if they accidently get some on them, just wash it off. But it is always a good idea to keep watch with any substance you are putting on your plants.
Hope that helps with rose questions in cold weather. Now on to your question. One of the biggest problems is that in a wet environment, they rot, however if you can make sure to keep water off the rose itself, water, let dry, and only water again when it is dry, you should't have too much trouble. And because they are going to bloom more prolific, make sure they have the systemic rose food. Also, another way to go in the getting rid of bugs department is use a little soap, just your old fashioned clean your dishes soap, put it in a sprayer, and spray your roses with this mixture, and allow them to dry. I can't stress enough how roses love to get wet, dry and get wet again. More people kill roses by planting them too close (their root system can reach 5 feet or more) or watering them to death. Hope this helps for both tropics and cold.
Sincerely,
ND
Reply:It is difficult.Roses like a cool climate and do not like salt laden winds.Give it a try you might get lucky....
Can anyone suggest the best companion plant for roses in zone 5?
I just planted a a rose garden in zone 5 just north of Philadelphia and I was wondering what the best companion plants for roses in this zone would be. They can be annuals or perennials. Thanks in advance.
Can anyone suggest the best companion plant for roses in zone 5?
Go to:
http://springhillnursery.com/product.asp...
they sell complete gardens %26amp; ship when it is time to plant in your zone. You can send for the free catalog to study %26amp; select the best plants to go with your roses if you want to design your own. I buy their complete gardens %26amp; alter the shape to fit my yard %26amp; planting area.
Reply:I guess the rose grower in me says, "If you have room for companion plants, but in more roses!" But I understand what you are trying for.
How much digging do you do around your roses, adding fertilizers and such? How much walking will you be doing among the roses such as for pruning, cutting flowers, etc. If you aren't sure then the first year just plant annuals.......like alyssum and portulaca that remain low. If you find your rose cultivation will allow you to have companion plants, then low perennials as well as tall uprights in the rear......say delphiniums.......work well. I've always liked Shasta daisies with roses as well as salvias (annual and perennial).
Reply:Hi, in my rose garden i have the following plants. Geranium
theses deter Japaneses beetles, I bring them in in the fall
and place them back out side after all danger of frost has past.there are a lot of scented geraniums.
Basil is another good one it helps repel thrips, basil is a wonderful herb to cook with it and they flower. Again there are a lot of basils out there.
Lavender is another great choice they help repell aphids their flower heads can be cut and dried for a very calming scent. Make sure they are the right type of lavender that can be grown in the 5 zone.
On the outter edge of my rose garden I planted four o'clocks.
They attract Japeanse bettles, but one they dine on there leaves which they love they die. The leaves are poision,
use with cation if you have small childeren.Four o'clocks
reseed. I mulch the bed heavy in the winter our you can collect seeds. I live in Mich in zone 5 and have had them return for the last 5 years. Another great one is garlic. It helps improve the soil and replies aphids roses love them.
Hope this has help and happy organic gardening. Pattie
Can anyone suggest the best companion plant for roses in zone 5?
Go to:
http://springhillnursery.com/product.asp...
they sell complete gardens %26amp; ship when it is time to plant in your zone. You can send for the free catalog to study %26amp; select the best plants to go with your roses if you want to design your own. I buy their complete gardens %26amp; alter the shape to fit my yard %26amp; planting area.
Reply:I guess the rose grower in me says, "If you have room for companion plants, but in more roses!" But I understand what you are trying for.
How much digging do you do around your roses, adding fertilizers and such? How much walking will you be doing among the roses such as for pruning, cutting flowers, etc. If you aren't sure then the first year just plant annuals.......like alyssum and portulaca that remain low. If you find your rose cultivation will allow you to have companion plants, then low perennials as well as tall uprights in the rear......say delphiniums.......work well. I've always liked Shasta daisies with roses as well as salvias (annual and perennial).
Reply:Hi, in my rose garden i have the following plants. Geranium
theses deter Japaneses beetles, I bring them in in the fall
and place them back out side after all danger of frost has past.there are a lot of scented geraniums.
Basil is another good one it helps repel thrips, basil is a wonderful herb to cook with it and they flower. Again there are a lot of basils out there.
Lavender is another great choice they help repell aphids their flower heads can be cut and dried for a very calming scent. Make sure they are the right type of lavender that can be grown in the 5 zone.
On the outter edge of my rose garden I planted four o'clocks.
They attract Japeanse bettles, but one they dine on there leaves which they love they die. The leaves are poision,
use with cation if you have small childeren.Four o'clocks
reseed. I mulch the bed heavy in the winter our you can collect seeds. I live in Mich in zone 5 and have had them return for the last 5 years. Another great one is garlic. It helps improve the soil and replies aphids roses love them.
Hope this has help and happy organic gardening. Pattie
"Happiness can be found in a single rose or in a little water"?
In the children's story "The Little Prince", the little prince says that men can cultivate five thousand roses in the same garden and still not find what they are looking for. And what they are looking for could be found in a single rose or in a little water. What is the lesson here? Find in your personal life an example that parallels this idea.
"Happiness can be found in a single rose or in a little water"?
is this your homework :(
DOG
"Happiness can be found in a single rose or in a little water"?
is this your homework :(
DOG
Given the rising cost of food im going to turn half my garden over to root crop when is the best time toplant?
I admire your spirit, but you won't get cheaper food. The supermarkets prices, and vegetable markets will always be cheaper.
Given the rising cost of food im going to turn half my garden over to root crop when is the best time toplant?
it depends on where you live and what 'plant hardiness
zone' you are in. Google Plant hardiness for your country and they will give you the number. Once you have that you have
an idea of what vegs you can plant. then you can check those out and find out which ones you want. Ideally if you know someone who already has a veg. garden ask them what does well in your area. I don't agree with the gentleman who thinks that home grown food is not cheaper. I have been growing my own vegs for 6 years and it definitely is a lot cheaper. I bought a cuke plant for 1.29 last year and got
23 cukes from it. I bought a squash plant and for 1.99 and got 26 squash from it. That doesn't even begin to factor in the difference in taste!! Even in a farmers market there is no comparison to walking out to your garden and picking all you own salad greens for dinner. Good luck!
Reply:Down South, we plant radishes and turnips beginning April 15 for a spring crop, and again August 1 for a fall crop. If you're in this region also, you can start planting carrots and beets beginning April 15. Plant parsnips beginning May 1. For a continuous supply of young carrots, make two or three plantings spaced three weeks apart. Rutabagas require a long growing season and should be planted May 15 for a fall crop. This is just a rule of thumb, you might have to consult an almanac or follow the instructions on the packet. Of course, with a greenhouse, it's pretty much year round.
If you want to save yourself some backbreaking work, try the Roottub. It was especially designed to grow Salsify and Scorzonera, but is also great for growing beets, carrots, parsnips, turnips, radishes and rutabagas, etc. Just plant them as you normally would, then at harvest time, all you do is pull the 2 sides down and the soil just falls away, exposing the root veggies. Like the ad says, there's no kneeling, digging, pulling, spading or broken roots. On a humid day, that can be a Godsend.
http://www.roottub.exofire.net
Reply:After the last frost
Reply:http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/mid/sites/gar...
This link will give you a month by month guide. Happy gardening
Reply:The seed packets will give you the time to plant in your area. Here is more info for you:
http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/42...
Given the rising cost of food im going to turn half my garden over to root crop when is the best time toplant?
it depends on where you live and what 'plant hardiness
zone' you are in. Google Plant hardiness for your country and they will give you the number. Once you have that you have
an idea of what vegs you can plant. then you can check those out and find out which ones you want. Ideally if you know someone who already has a veg. garden ask them what does well in your area. I don't agree with the gentleman who thinks that home grown food is not cheaper. I have been growing my own vegs for 6 years and it definitely is a lot cheaper. I bought a cuke plant for 1.29 last year and got
23 cukes from it. I bought a squash plant and for 1.99 and got 26 squash from it. That doesn't even begin to factor in the difference in taste!! Even in a farmers market there is no comparison to walking out to your garden and picking all you own salad greens for dinner. Good luck!
Reply:Down South, we plant radishes and turnips beginning April 15 for a spring crop, and again August 1 for a fall crop. If you're in this region also, you can start planting carrots and beets beginning April 15. Plant parsnips beginning May 1. For a continuous supply of young carrots, make two or three plantings spaced three weeks apart. Rutabagas require a long growing season and should be planted May 15 for a fall crop. This is just a rule of thumb, you might have to consult an almanac or follow the instructions on the packet. Of course, with a greenhouse, it's pretty much year round.
If you want to save yourself some backbreaking work, try the Roottub. It was especially designed to grow Salsify and Scorzonera, but is also great for growing beets, carrots, parsnips, turnips, radishes and rutabagas, etc. Just plant them as you normally would, then at harvest time, all you do is pull the 2 sides down and the soil just falls away, exposing the root veggies. Like the ad says, there's no kneeling, digging, pulling, spading or broken roots. On a humid day, that can be a Godsend.
http://www.roottub.exofire.net
Reply:After the last frost
Reply:http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/mid/sites/gar...
This link will give you a month by month guide. Happy gardening
Reply:The seed packets will give you the time to plant in your area. Here is more info for you:
http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/42...
If the sun rises to the left of my garden then which way does my garden face ?
Your garden is facing either north or south, if the sun rises to the left of your garden.
If the sun rises to the left of my garden then which way does my garden face ?
It depends which country you live in. and whether you are in the front or back garden, if you are in the uk, and you turn so that the sun rises at about 10 o'clock ANGLE NOT TIME! then YOU are facing roughly South. Why not buy a compass??
Reply:South..............you are so lucky! If it hits full sun you can grow things that most gardens can't, especially if your sheltered from strong winds too.
I live in a north facing little frost pocket which also gets strong winds.
Reply:South of course as you have east to the left and the sun sets in the west. My garden is the same.
Reply:The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. You should be able to figure it out yourself now, but only if you know your right from left.
Reply:if you are standing at the back door then the garden is south facing ... if you are at the bottom the garden is north facing.. hope this helps
Reply:if you are standing in your garden with the rising sun to your left then you are facing south,use that information to orient your self to which way your garden faces
Reply:what is the size of your garden and how far is it from the building. ? Your garden should be south facing.
Reply:As far as I am aware, depending where the sun is at mid-day, that is south facing.
Reply:Assuming that the sun is rising to your own left hand,then you're facing South.
Reply:Wherever the front entrance to it is.
Reply:Where are you standing so left may be detirmined?
Reply:The sun rises in the East and sets in the West, your garden faces South
Reply:South if you are in the northern hemisphere.
Reply:South
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Reply:south same as mine
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Reply:Aarrrgghh I don't know, it's pickling my brain!!!
If the sun rises to the left of my garden then which way does my garden face ?
It depends which country you live in. and whether you are in the front or back garden, if you are in the uk, and you turn so that the sun rises at about 10 o'clock ANGLE NOT TIME! then YOU are facing roughly South. Why not buy a compass??
Reply:South..............you are so lucky! If it hits full sun you can grow things that most gardens can't, especially if your sheltered from strong winds too.
I live in a north facing little frost pocket which also gets strong winds.
Reply:South of course as you have east to the left and the sun sets in the west. My garden is the same.
Reply:The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. You should be able to figure it out yourself now, but only if you know your right from left.
Reply:if you are standing at the back door then the garden is south facing ... if you are at the bottom the garden is north facing.. hope this helps
Reply:if you are standing in your garden with the rising sun to your left then you are facing south,use that information to orient your self to which way your garden faces
Reply:what is the size of your garden and how far is it from the building. ? Your garden should be south facing.
Reply:As far as I am aware, depending where the sun is at mid-day, that is south facing.
Reply:Assuming that the sun is rising to your own left hand,then you're facing South.
Reply:Wherever the front entrance to it is.
Reply:Where are you standing so left may be detirmined?
Reply:The sun rises in the East and sets in the West, your garden faces South
Reply:South if you are in the northern hemisphere.
Reply:South
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Reply:SOUTH
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Reply:south same as mine
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Reply:Aarrrgghh I don't know, it's pickling my brain!!!
Is there nothing scarier than peeling back those pink dewey covered rose pedals and .......?
.....A bee flies out right toward your face! Growing a rose garden can sure be dangerous! Giggidy
Is there nothing scarier than peeling back those pink dewey covered rose pedals and .......?
WEll i have two bushes..and they dont like to linger in mine.. so dont have that problem. They dont like my other bush either..i keep those petals closed till the humming birds start comin around.
Reply:Thanks and that a big 10-4 on that.. kinda like the sound of buzzing.. Report Abuse
Reply:That definitely would be very frightening!
Reply:*****The odd sting is ok it builds up your resistance for when the Queen bee cums after you lol ; - )*****
Reply:Are you insane....?
Is there nothing scarier than peeling back those pink dewey covered rose pedals and .......?
WEll i have two bushes..and they dont like to linger in mine.. so dont have that problem. They dont like my other bush either..i keep those petals closed till the humming birds start comin around.
Reply:Thanks and that a big 10-4 on that.. kinda like the sound of buzzing.. Report Abuse
Reply:That definitely would be very frightening!
Reply:*****The odd sting is ok it builds up your resistance for when the Queen bee cums after you lol ; - )*****
Reply:Are you insane....?
What is the name of this rose?
I saw this rose in the Birmingham (Alabama) Botanical Gardens and fell in love with it. But I can't find another one anywhere, and I can't get back to that garden any time soon. Anyone know what type of rose this is and what it's name (common and latin) is? It is to be the centerpiece of my wedding.
Go to this website to view picture:
http://community.theknot.com/cs/ks/photo...
What is the name of this rose?
it looks very much like AboutFace... a 2005 Award Winner....
http://www.weeksroses.com/aboutface.php
agree, tho, that to be sure, all ya gotta do is call up the garden and ask.....
lovely rose!!...
Reply:Floral images A to Z
http://www.thefloralnet.com/fil/Common/c...
There is a Plethora of roses in link below
Heirloom Roses
http://heirloomroses.com/?OVRAW=peace%20...
The only other suggestion I have is to send photo to Birmingham Alabama Botanical Gardens
Address:
http://www.bbgardens.org/contact-us.php
Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens
2612 Lane Park Road
Birmingham, AL 35223
Phone:
(205) 414-3900
Fax:
(205) 414-3966 fax
SIGN UP FOR EMAIL UPDATES.
http://www.bbgardens.org/contact-us.php
Email Address :
Hope these addresses help They didn't have an email address.
Reply:If someone isn't successful is giving you a name, email the botanical garden as they should have a master plant list and hopefully will be able to get the name for you. Keep in mind that if the rose is from the old-fashioned rose garden, it may be hard to find!
There are a ton of peach colored roses on the market. Consult with a good florist and see what will be in season during your wedding and see what you will like if you can't find the one in your picture.
Best of luck.
Reply:Why don't you e-mail the botanical gardens where you saw the plant and send them the link to the picture and ask them what the variety is.
Reply:Photos can be very deceiving when it comes to color so here are some that I think look similar. A verbal description would be helpful as to whether the colors are Orange/yellow, Red/yellow, or even Apricot/yellow. The rose looks Orange/yellow to me so here are roses that look similar.
Rosemary Harkness:
http://www.heirloomroses.com/cgi/browse....
Joseph's coat:
http://www.heirloomroses.com/cgi/browse....
Monica:
http://www.heirloomroses.com/cgi/browse....
Perfect Moment:
http://www.jacksonandperkins.com/gifts/s...
Rio Samba:
http://www.jacksonandperkins.com/gifts/s...
Good Luck
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Go to this website to view picture:
http://community.theknot.com/cs/ks/photo...
What is the name of this rose?
it looks very much like AboutFace... a 2005 Award Winner....
http://www.weeksroses.com/aboutface.php
agree, tho, that to be sure, all ya gotta do is call up the garden and ask.....
lovely rose!!...
Reply:Floral images A to Z
http://www.thefloralnet.com/fil/Common/c...
There is a Plethora of roses in link below
Heirloom Roses
http://heirloomroses.com/?OVRAW=peace%20...
The only other suggestion I have is to send photo to Birmingham Alabama Botanical Gardens
Address:
http://www.bbgardens.org/contact-us.php
Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens
2612 Lane Park Road
Birmingham, AL 35223
Phone:
(205) 414-3900
Fax:
(205) 414-3966 fax
SIGN UP FOR EMAIL UPDATES.
http://www.bbgardens.org/contact-us.php
Email Address :
Hope these addresses help They didn't have an email address.
Reply:If someone isn't successful is giving you a name, email the botanical garden as they should have a master plant list and hopefully will be able to get the name for you. Keep in mind that if the rose is from the old-fashioned rose garden, it may be hard to find!
There are a ton of peach colored roses on the market. Consult with a good florist and see what will be in season during your wedding and see what you will like if you can't find the one in your picture.
Best of luck.
Reply:Why don't you e-mail the botanical gardens where you saw the plant and send them the link to the picture and ask them what the variety is.
Reply:Photos can be very deceiving when it comes to color so here are some that I think look similar. A verbal description would be helpful as to whether the colors are Orange/yellow, Red/yellow, or even Apricot/yellow. The rose looks Orange/yellow to me so here are roses that look similar.
Rosemary Harkness:
http://www.heirloomroses.com/cgi/browse....
Joseph's coat:
http://www.heirloomroses.com/cgi/browse....
Monica:
http://www.heirloomroses.com/cgi/browse....
Perfect Moment:
http://www.jacksonandperkins.com/gifts/s...
Rio Samba:
http://www.jacksonandperkins.com/gifts/s...
Good Luck
running shoes
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Good season to plant some roses?
I wanted to start a small rose garden. Today is mid-September, is it a good time to start?
Good season to plant some roses?
That depends on the area you live in. In many areas this is a good time to plant because the roots get a chance to spread in the soil that will stay warm for the next few months. This gives them a head start under ground making them much heartier growers next Spring than any rose that has to wait until Spring to go into the ground.
The drawback is your local Nursery. Most get their potted stock in spring, so buyers can best see the flower choices. So by now, you may not have the best selection to choose from.
Reply:Not sure about your place but here in New Zealand the nursery I work at get the bare rooted roses in about mid winter, pots them up and are available for sale mid/late winter.
This allows them to be planted with enough time to start new roots before spring growth starts(1st Sept is start of spring)
Most roses are still available late spring, any good nursery can order in roses on request, even later into summer, they will be already potted up and maybe a bit dearer
Small is all relative, our current place we only have approx 30 roses, last place we had 120+(Bush, climbers, minatures and standards)
Reply:I live in So. Cal. We ususally plant our rose bushes around January when it's cold.
Good season to plant some roses?
That depends on the area you live in. In many areas this is a good time to plant because the roots get a chance to spread in the soil that will stay warm for the next few months. This gives them a head start under ground making them much heartier growers next Spring than any rose that has to wait until Spring to go into the ground.
The drawback is your local Nursery. Most get their potted stock in spring, so buyers can best see the flower choices. So by now, you may not have the best selection to choose from.
Reply:Not sure about your place but here in New Zealand the nursery I work at get the bare rooted roses in about mid winter, pots them up and are available for sale mid/late winter.
This allows them to be planted with enough time to start new roots before spring growth starts(1st Sept is start of spring)
Most roses are still available late spring, any good nursery can order in roses on request, even later into summer, they will be already potted up and maybe a bit dearer
Small is all relative, our current place we only have approx 30 roses, last place we had 120+(Bush, climbers, minatures and standards)
Reply:I live in So. Cal. We ususally plant our rose bushes around January when it's cold.
Hello, can anyone tell me how long it will take for a rose to bloom?
I'm new at gardening and I want to plant some roses, they are the rose bush, roots kind, no leaves on them. So if I plant them now in spring how long will they take to bloom? Thanks a lot
Hello, can anyone tell me how long it will take for a rose to bloom?
I always plant bare root roses. When they leaf out, sometimes they set buds as well. I always pinch off the buds so the plant will put energy into developing the roots. If the plant is looking great by August, I will sometimes let a couple of flowers open. Otherwise, I keep pinching off the buds the first season.
Reply:Most roses will bloom the first season,meaning if you planted now and your bush prospers then you should have roses by late june and on untill frost.
Reply:They will flower about june time
Reply:At least 8 hours but not more than 68 years.
Hello, can anyone tell me how long it will take for a rose to bloom?
I always plant bare root roses. When they leaf out, sometimes they set buds as well. I always pinch off the buds so the plant will put energy into developing the roots. If the plant is looking great by August, I will sometimes let a couple of flowers open. Otherwise, I keep pinching off the buds the first season.
Reply:Most roses will bloom the first season,meaning if you planted now and your bush prospers then you should have roses by late june and on untill frost.
Reply:They will flower about june time
Reply:At least 8 hours but not more than 68 years.
A new type of rose?
We have, quite by accident, grown a lovely hybrid rose in our garden by planting 2 different roses in the same plot. Can we profit from this new rose?
A new type of rose?
This isn't a mutation on one of the original roses, but a hybrid you grew from seeds that were only pollinated by the other rose? If it is a true blue rose, you are a very rich lady, Lyn...
Here is a link on rose patents, copyrights and trademarks you might enjoy...
http://www.rdrop.com/~paul/main.trademar...
Good luck!
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For you to have a hybrid of the two roses, their genetic material must be shared through sexual reproduction where one's pollen fertilizes the other. The seeds produced by this reproduction are the hybrid. Additionally, unless you are the one doing the manual pollination of the flower, you can't know for certain where the pollen came from to create the resultant hybrid (bees can travel for miles).
The reason I asked if this was a new flower on one of the original bushes is that the DNA compliment of an existing rose bush is already established and doesn't change because of another bush growing nearby. However, spontaneous mutations DO occur, and they may even be passed on to future rose generations. But changes in existing bushes occur because of mutation, not hybridization.
Also, most roses are budded or grafted onto the rootstock of another rose. If your new rose came up between the two roses, it is possible it is a sprout from the rootstock from one of the existing rose bushes.
In any event, it sounds like you have a wonderful new rose, whatever the source, and you should feel very lucky indeed! Happy gardening!
Reply:Most likely it may have already been "discovered". You need to check the databases, match the parents then see if it has been done. There are many professional rose hybridizers in the world that mix and match anything and everything in the attempt to create a new rose.
You can get an idea of what is needed if your rose is indeed a new cultivar from here: http://www.stsrv.com/irar/irar.htm .
I have a Canadian friend who just got 10 on the list and I was able to purchase 2 from him before the world release! His name is George Mandar and his site is http://www3.telus.net/georgemander/
Reply:call your local rose society or contact one through the mail or email and add a picture they could best advise you on this and maybe help you by registering your rose as a new color or breed . I hope I helped and congrats on the rose .
A new type of rose?
This isn't a mutation on one of the original roses, but a hybrid you grew from seeds that were only pollinated by the other rose? If it is a true blue rose, you are a very rich lady, Lyn...
Here is a link on rose patents, copyrights and trademarks you might enjoy...
http://www.rdrop.com/~paul/main.trademar...
Good luck!
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For you to have a hybrid of the two roses, their genetic material must be shared through sexual reproduction where one's pollen fertilizes the other. The seeds produced by this reproduction are the hybrid. Additionally, unless you are the one doing the manual pollination of the flower, you can't know for certain where the pollen came from to create the resultant hybrid (bees can travel for miles).
The reason I asked if this was a new flower on one of the original bushes is that the DNA compliment of an existing rose bush is already established and doesn't change because of another bush growing nearby. However, spontaneous mutations DO occur, and they may even be passed on to future rose generations. But changes in existing bushes occur because of mutation, not hybridization.
Also, most roses are budded or grafted onto the rootstock of another rose. If your new rose came up between the two roses, it is possible it is a sprout from the rootstock from one of the existing rose bushes.
In any event, it sounds like you have a wonderful new rose, whatever the source, and you should feel very lucky indeed! Happy gardening!
Reply:Most likely it may have already been "discovered". You need to check the databases, match the parents then see if it has been done. There are many professional rose hybridizers in the world that mix and match anything and everything in the attempt to create a new rose.
You can get an idea of what is needed if your rose is indeed a new cultivar from here: http://www.stsrv.com/irar/irar.htm .
I have a Canadian friend who just got 10 on the list and I was able to purchase 2 from him before the world release! His name is George Mandar and his site is http://www3.telus.net/georgemander/
Reply:call your local rose society or contact one through the mail or email and add a picture they could best advise you on this and maybe help you by registering your rose as a new color or breed . I hope I helped and congrats on the rose .
Do you prefer a garage or family room?
we have a built in finished garage, to turn it into a family room we would need to put in a wall of windows where door is currently with a brick planting box under to match the rest of the house facade(we found the right ones at a masonry place) and put flooring in, a ceiling fan remove door and track and touch up ceiling add trim to make it look pretty and put in a french door to what will be a rose garden with trellis fencing, we will not be putting in the new garage for at least 2 years though we will qualify for the home equity line next year, we would eventually open up the basement stairwell between it and the living room, once the basement is finished(this winter and spring) the vents will be easy to run for heat and a/c and the furnace is big enough to add that space, what do you think? should we wait to do all this till we have the new garage in? Our car is older anyways and doesnt need protection and we wont buy the new one till a year or so after garage is built?
Do you prefer a garage or family room?
I would definitely go for the finishing the family room. THe car is older, you said, so weather isn`t going to hurt it. Several things to consider, though. Do you or you husband do your own auto. maintenance? Do you use the garage for tool storage/ storage/ work area.?You will be losing this. Do you live in a cold area? Starting the car outside in the winter is also a factor, etc. Do you live in a good area/neighborhood? Will you be safe starting the car in the dark by yourself? If these things don`t present a problem, then go for it . Living space is always utilized more effectively than garage space.
Reply:I recommend you check with a real estate agent or an appraiser to see how losing the garage will effect your resale value.
Reply:You'll probably just fill up the garage with stuff and never park the car in it anyway... Oh, wait, that's me!
Don't worry about finishing the garage first, make your home comfy - the car won't care!
Reply:If you are finishing the basement, completely do that first before you begin the family room. I am talking down to the last light switch cover. I am a avid home remodeler and we have completely redone 2 houses in the last ten years. The biggest setback you can have is starting too many projects and having a 1/2 done disaster. It never gets that classy, this is perfect look.
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Do you prefer a garage or family room?
I would definitely go for the finishing the family room. THe car is older, you said, so weather isn`t going to hurt it. Several things to consider, though. Do you or you husband do your own auto. maintenance? Do you use the garage for tool storage/ storage/ work area.?You will be losing this. Do you live in a cold area? Starting the car outside in the winter is also a factor, etc. Do you live in a good area/neighborhood? Will you be safe starting the car in the dark by yourself? If these things don`t present a problem, then go for it . Living space is always utilized more effectively than garage space.
Reply:I recommend you check with a real estate agent or an appraiser to see how losing the garage will effect your resale value.
Reply:You'll probably just fill up the garage with stuff and never park the car in it anyway... Oh, wait, that's me!
Don't worry about finishing the garage first, make your home comfy - the car won't care!
Reply:If you are finishing the basement, completely do that first before you begin the family room. I am talking down to the last light switch cover. I am a avid home remodeler and we have completely redone 2 houses in the last ten years. The biggest setback you can have is starting too many projects and having a 1/2 done disaster. It never gets that classy, this is perfect look.
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How do I find driving directions to Hershey Gardens in PA?
My husband and I are trying to find the driving directions to Hershey, PA Rose Gardens. Please help us. Thanks again
How do I find driving directions to Hershey Gardens in PA?
http://www.hersheygardens.org/general_in...
you can also use mapquest
Reply:You could always use Mapquest. Just find the address of the Hershey Building, which could be easily found by typing the name on google, and using Mapquest. Thats what I usually use.
Reply:Try using Map Quest. Or if you have the phone number, call them and ask for directions. If you don't have their phone #, google Hershey Gardens. Hopefully, they have a website and it includes a phone number. Or copy down the address, then use Map Quest.
How do I find driving directions to Hershey Gardens in PA?
http://www.hersheygardens.org/general_in...
you can also use mapquest
Reply:You could always use Mapquest. Just find the address of the Hershey Building, which could be easily found by typing the name on google, and using Mapquest. Thats what I usually use.
Reply:Try using Map Quest. Or if you have the phone number, call them and ask for directions. If you don't have their phone #, google Hershey Gardens. Hopefully, they have a website and it includes a phone number. Or copy down the address, then use Map Quest.
What is your favorite memory you have had at Disney World?
My favorite was when my Fiance proposed in the rose garden, in front of the Cinderella Castle. Then we watched the fire works- it was really quite amazing!
What is your favorite memory you have had at Disney World?
I will always remember the look on my daughter's face when she met the Princesses. She is normally a little chatterbox, but for those first few moments she was actually speechless. She stood there staring at Cinderella with her mouth wide open. She couldn't stop smiling the rest of the day. It was so sweet!
Reply:Leaving it. That place was a nightmare for me.
But that's quite a romantic proposal.....
Reply:awww...... that so sweet
well my fondest memory is when my brother threw up
constantly, and my sister got lost
and my mom and dad left me alone!! sigh!!
u can never get those memorys back
Reply:One year, my family went to the Jolly Holidays dinner show at the Contemporary. I was young, maybe 6 or 7. A girl sitting at our table was a vegetarian. I had never met a vegetarian before. Turns out she was an Olympic gymnast, too. Anyway, when she asked for rabbit food, they offered to bring out more of the hot veggies %26amp; mashed potatoes. She asked for her own crudite platter. Sat there and ate raw veggies through the whole show and complained to her mom that the Disney staff was trying to make her fat because all the hot veggies were covered in butter.
Reply:My favorite memory in Disney world was walking around MGM around Christmas, they had snow falling from the roof tops, it was like 90 degrees too . So if you ever go again do it at Christmas!
Reply:only been there once (I was 6)
Reply:my favourite memory is going to Magic Kingdom and walking down Main Street USA and seeing Cinderellas castle for the first time in real life after seeing it on TV.
Reply:I remeber "It's a Small World" ride and the haunted house ride with the ghosts- do they still have that one? That was my favorite. it has been like 15 years!
Reply:I don't think I can top seeing my oldest meet Mickey when she was 1! That was a huge family trip paid for by my parents so my parents, my grandmother, my two sisters and my brother, sister-in-law and their two girls went.
This past May we went for a girls only, coming of age trip for my nieces 12th birthday (My mom, two sisters, my niece and myself)! My sister had just joined the Disney Vacation club so we went early and stayed at her home Resort for two days and just relaxed until we moved over to the Animal Kingdom Lodge and went full-force into the parks!!! I got to go on the Summit Plummet at the water park and we ate wonderful food all week long! It was a great trip with just the girls!! And we got to meet Stitch (we were sharing Stitch ears all week!!).
Reply:i have 2:
1. I use to live exactly 12 miles from it and every holiday or basically every night we would sit outside and watch the fireworks.
2. Im not much of a roller coaster person but one of my best friends tricked me into going on the Space Mountaina dn now ive been on every roller coaster in Florida.
Reply:Well my only trip there was when I was 15. I met this cute girl and we spent the next 3 days together. I forgot her name and where she was from but I will always remember the magic kingdom living up to it's name behind those bushes those nights.
Reply:woow thas was romantic =D haha
everything was amazing a great memory to me hope i can return =D
Reply:First off, I think you're bragging a little, and that's quite OK. It's gonna be hard for anybody to top that memory.
Mine came when my son was about 3 years old. Me, my wife, and my son were at Epcot, and it was very hot (go figure). My wife had a lot of insight and always brought my son's swimming suit and towel to the theme parks every day, just in case that there was those water fountains that squirt out of the pavement. Sure enough, Epcot has one of those areas, so we stripped my son down and put his suit on and let him play in the water jets. And next thing you know, Goofy comes strolling over wearing a bathing suit and brought a little portable jam-box playing beach music. My son got to play with Goofy one-on-one all by themselves for about 30 minutes. Other children were walking by, and their parents wouldn't let them join in because they didn't have bathing suits. I have some incredible photos of the event, and now my son is a teen-ager, but my wife and I still cherish that day. I just felt bad for those other children who had such disappointment on their faces as they walked by.
Reply:Very romantic! Congrats. I would have to say the first time I went, which was about 15 years ago, my little brother almost having a heart attack on the King Kong ride, it was hilarious. Well it was at Universal, but it should count.
Reply:awww thats soooo cute i wish my bf wud do something like that.
i was gonna say something corny like me spending the time with my mom but u reminded me about the fireworks. That was amazing i %26lt;3d them.
Good luck on ur marrage
Reply:getting kicked off the Its A Small World After All ride and my sisters shoe getting thrown in the water. That was fun...
Reply:I've never been to Disney World, though DID get to EPCOT following my Navy Recruit Training in Orlando back in 1985...
My folks came out, and we had lunch in the German Beer Pavillion, one of the last times I saw my Mom before she passed away.
Reply:when i was about 15 we took my grandmother (who lived in south America) to Disney. it was her first trip but all of us had already been there before. because of a bad knee, we had to get her a wheel chair and although it took some work, we manage to go on all the rides without any problems. it was the best time. it was funny to see my grandmother act like a kid on all the rides. and the amazement in her eyes. now that she is gone it is one of my favorite memories.
Reply:i go to Disney two times a month so nothing really phases me any more i have seen the girl get engaged ,the fights, the lost children, i have seen the woman fall on her butt cus she thought she could go faster and see all and fall , i have seen the old man get his wheel chair caught in the trolley rails , i have watched a autistic child see mickey mouse for the first time, i have seen Disney in the eyes of a child, i have seen old couples cuddle and watch the fire works, i have seen a child throw a tantrum cus he or she wanted something,
but my ultimate favorite memory was i was on main street USA and was waiting for the after noon parade that day it was at 130 my family all sat down along with a few other families at 1230 we started talking to them even knowing where they were from ec. well at 135 a family attempted to sit on these peoples laps to see the parade and they had a huge fight it was so freaking funny seeing a man that didnt speak well English yelling at this other man that was making fun of him and telling him to scram
Reply:Someone else paying for my ticket...
Reply:I worked there for a little while at Tomorrow Land. I had a locker between Cinderella and Snow White. I remember that while we had our short breaks 'Cinderella' would be swearing like a truck driver over a little thing and 'Snow White' would be puffing on her cigarette as fast as she could.
(-:
Ahhh, such wonderful memories!
Reply:EVERYTHING!! =) I love everything about Disney, it's an entire memory itself!
What is your favorite memory you have had at Disney World?
I will always remember the look on my daughter's face when she met the Princesses. She is normally a little chatterbox, but for those first few moments she was actually speechless. She stood there staring at Cinderella with her mouth wide open. She couldn't stop smiling the rest of the day. It was so sweet!
Reply:Leaving it. That place was a nightmare for me.
But that's quite a romantic proposal.....
Reply:awww...... that so sweet
well my fondest memory is when my brother threw up
constantly, and my sister got lost
and my mom and dad left me alone!! sigh!!
u can never get those memorys back
Reply:One year, my family went to the Jolly Holidays dinner show at the Contemporary. I was young, maybe 6 or 7. A girl sitting at our table was a vegetarian. I had never met a vegetarian before. Turns out she was an Olympic gymnast, too. Anyway, when she asked for rabbit food, they offered to bring out more of the hot veggies %26amp; mashed potatoes. She asked for her own crudite platter. Sat there and ate raw veggies through the whole show and complained to her mom that the Disney staff was trying to make her fat because all the hot veggies were covered in butter.
Reply:My favorite memory in Disney world was walking around MGM around Christmas, they had snow falling from the roof tops, it was like 90 degrees too . So if you ever go again do it at Christmas!
Reply:only been there once (I was 6)
Reply:my favourite memory is going to Magic Kingdom and walking down Main Street USA and seeing Cinderellas castle for the first time in real life after seeing it on TV.
Reply:I remeber "It's a Small World" ride and the haunted house ride with the ghosts- do they still have that one? That was my favorite. it has been like 15 years!
Reply:I don't think I can top seeing my oldest meet Mickey when she was 1! That was a huge family trip paid for by my parents so my parents, my grandmother, my two sisters and my brother, sister-in-law and their two girls went.
This past May we went for a girls only, coming of age trip for my nieces 12th birthday (My mom, two sisters, my niece and myself)! My sister had just joined the Disney Vacation club so we went early and stayed at her home Resort for two days and just relaxed until we moved over to the Animal Kingdom Lodge and went full-force into the parks!!! I got to go on the Summit Plummet at the water park and we ate wonderful food all week long! It was a great trip with just the girls!! And we got to meet Stitch (we were sharing Stitch ears all week!!).
Reply:i have 2:
1. I use to live exactly 12 miles from it and every holiday or basically every night we would sit outside and watch the fireworks.
2. Im not much of a roller coaster person but one of my best friends tricked me into going on the Space Mountaina dn now ive been on every roller coaster in Florida.
Reply:Well my only trip there was when I was 15. I met this cute girl and we spent the next 3 days together. I forgot her name and where she was from but I will always remember the magic kingdom living up to it's name behind those bushes those nights.
Reply:woow thas was romantic =D haha
everything was amazing a great memory to me hope i can return =D
Reply:First off, I think you're bragging a little, and that's quite OK. It's gonna be hard for anybody to top that memory.
Mine came when my son was about 3 years old. Me, my wife, and my son were at Epcot, and it was very hot (go figure). My wife had a lot of insight and always brought my son's swimming suit and towel to the theme parks every day, just in case that there was those water fountains that squirt out of the pavement. Sure enough, Epcot has one of those areas, so we stripped my son down and put his suit on and let him play in the water jets. And next thing you know, Goofy comes strolling over wearing a bathing suit and brought a little portable jam-box playing beach music. My son got to play with Goofy one-on-one all by themselves for about 30 minutes. Other children were walking by, and their parents wouldn't let them join in because they didn't have bathing suits. I have some incredible photos of the event, and now my son is a teen-ager, but my wife and I still cherish that day. I just felt bad for those other children who had such disappointment on their faces as they walked by.
Reply:Very romantic! Congrats. I would have to say the first time I went, which was about 15 years ago, my little brother almost having a heart attack on the King Kong ride, it was hilarious. Well it was at Universal, but it should count.
Reply:awww thats soooo cute i wish my bf wud do something like that.
i was gonna say something corny like me spending the time with my mom but u reminded me about the fireworks. That was amazing i %26lt;3d them.
Good luck on ur marrage
Reply:getting kicked off the Its A Small World After All ride and my sisters shoe getting thrown in the water. That was fun...
Reply:I've never been to Disney World, though DID get to EPCOT following my Navy Recruit Training in Orlando back in 1985...
My folks came out, and we had lunch in the German Beer Pavillion, one of the last times I saw my Mom before she passed away.
Reply:when i was about 15 we took my grandmother (who lived in south America) to Disney. it was her first trip but all of us had already been there before. because of a bad knee, we had to get her a wheel chair and although it took some work, we manage to go on all the rides without any problems. it was the best time. it was funny to see my grandmother act like a kid on all the rides. and the amazement in her eyes. now that she is gone it is one of my favorite memories.
Reply:i go to Disney two times a month so nothing really phases me any more i have seen the girl get engaged ,the fights, the lost children, i have seen the woman fall on her butt cus she thought she could go faster and see all and fall , i have seen the old man get his wheel chair caught in the trolley rails , i have watched a autistic child see mickey mouse for the first time, i have seen Disney in the eyes of a child, i have seen old couples cuddle and watch the fire works, i have seen a child throw a tantrum cus he or she wanted something,
but my ultimate favorite memory was i was on main street USA and was waiting for the after noon parade that day it was at 130 my family all sat down along with a few other families at 1230 we started talking to them even knowing where they were from ec. well at 135 a family attempted to sit on these peoples laps to see the parade and they had a huge fight it was so freaking funny seeing a man that didnt speak well English yelling at this other man that was making fun of him and telling him to scram
Reply:Someone else paying for my ticket...
Reply:I worked there for a little while at Tomorrow Land. I had a locker between Cinderella and Snow White. I remember that while we had our short breaks 'Cinderella' would be swearing like a truck driver over a little thing and 'Snow White' would be puffing on her cigarette as fast as she could.
(-:
Ahhh, such wonderful memories!
Reply:EVERYTHING!! =) I love everything about Disney, it's an entire memory itself!
Have you ever caught your pet trying to communicate with a different species?
Our little Yorkie used to run to the front of the yard everyday years ago at our other home. It was weird because he would run to the corner of the yard and just stay in that area and be looking up. There was a buffer fence there he could see thru w/ a rose garden behind it and plants. One day I snuck out and squatted by a tree and watched to see what he was doing. He was making these odd sounds I never heard from him before and this young small bird was sitting on the fence close to him looking at him making chirping sounds to him. This went on for about 2 weeks, everyday the bird showed up to "chat" with him.
Our neighbor who lived on the second floor next door came over to visit during that time and said your gonna think I'm crazy telling you this but... I said, let me guess, you saw Mickey talking to that bird in the yard right, and she burst out laughing saying "yes!". Has anyone else had their pet do anything like this with a different animal or bird?
Have you ever caught your pet trying to communicate with a different species?
My samoyed can't stand cats or any small animals, but she LOVES deer. There are four in a fenced park outside of our house, and my dog always barks at them using her happy bark and invites them to play. When they ignore her, she gets so frustrated- its hilarious!
Reply:No, but thats freakin adorable!
Reply:i have an incredibly social cat (from the shelter) and she routienly plays with a few of my dogs.... they meow/yip at each other and play. its very sweet....
any cat that can put up with 9 dogs as room mates is a good cat...
i also have a canary... which the cat would like to eat... but they never communicate...lol
very cute story!
Reply:No but I've caught him trying to eat a different species.
Sad but true
Reply:LMAO!!!
It wasn't/ISN'T "communicating"!!!
That's frustration nosies cuz it can't get to %26amp; KILL the damn bird!!!
LOL...honey,you've been watching too many Disney cartoons!
Trying to KILL,NOT "converse"!!! CARNIVOROUS animal....PREDATOR...even if it is just a yorky.
Our neighbor who lived on the second floor next door came over to visit during that time and said your gonna think I'm crazy telling you this but... I said, let me guess, you saw Mickey talking to that bird in the yard right, and she burst out laughing saying "yes!". Has anyone else had their pet do anything like this with a different animal or bird?
Have you ever caught your pet trying to communicate with a different species?
My samoyed can't stand cats or any small animals, but she LOVES deer. There are four in a fenced park outside of our house, and my dog always barks at them using her happy bark and invites them to play. When they ignore her, she gets so frustrated- its hilarious!
Reply:No, but thats freakin adorable!
Reply:i have an incredibly social cat (from the shelter) and she routienly plays with a few of my dogs.... they meow/yip at each other and play. its very sweet....
any cat that can put up with 9 dogs as room mates is a good cat...
i also have a canary... which the cat would like to eat... but they never communicate...lol
very cute story!
Reply:No but I've caught him trying to eat a different species.
Sad but true
Reply:LMAO!!!
It wasn't/ISN'T "communicating"!!!
That's frustration nosies cuz it can't get to %26amp; KILL the damn bird!!!
LOL...honey,you've been watching too many Disney cartoons!
Trying to KILL,NOT "converse"!!! CARNIVOROUS animal....PREDATOR...even if it is just a yorky.
What part of Portland,Oregon would be a good location for two people in thier late 20s to get a hotel in?
Me and my friend are taking a trip up to Portland and are confused with what area to stay in. Many hotels in places like Llyod Center are nice but out of our price range. We are not going to have a car. We want to be near the rose garden, downtown and other trendy shopping streets. We want to avoid bad areas of town.
Our price range is $100 or less per night. We are going in early May.
What part of Portland,Oregon would be a good location for two people in thier late 20s to get a hotel in?
La Quinto in the Rose Quarter, close to everything and nice.
Reply:Try the Jupiter Hotel.
Yahoo says the rates are about $100 per night. It's in a good spot, lower Burnside in inner SE Portland, near a ton of shops/restaurants/etc. It's close to everything, including the Rose Garden and just 7 blocks from the river.
http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-366469-t...
Reply:you could get a hotell in one of the suburbs. and take the lite rail train in to the city. the train stops less that quarter mile from the rose garden itself. and why the rose garden catching a Blazer Game?
Reply:If you don't mind using light rail, stay in Beaverton or Hillsboro, or near the airport.
Reply:I would think %26lt;$100/ni would be difficult unless maybe you use Priceline or Hotwire.
You can get opinions from past guests at TripAdvisor.com.
You probably want to look at the transit system's website to see what lines go to the places you want to see and plan your hotel from there.
riding boots
Our price range is $100 or less per night. We are going in early May.
What part of Portland,Oregon would be a good location for two people in thier late 20s to get a hotel in?
La Quinto in the Rose Quarter, close to everything and nice.
Reply:Try the Jupiter Hotel.
Yahoo says the rates are about $100 per night. It's in a good spot, lower Burnside in inner SE Portland, near a ton of shops/restaurants/etc. It's close to everything, including the Rose Garden and just 7 blocks from the river.
http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-366469-t...
Reply:you could get a hotell in one of the suburbs. and take the lite rail train in to the city. the train stops less that quarter mile from the rose garden itself. and why the rose garden catching a Blazer Game?
Reply:If you don't mind using light rail, stay in Beaverton or Hillsboro, or near the airport.
Reply:I would think %26lt;$100/ni would be difficult unless maybe you use Priceline or Hotwire.
You can get opinions from past guests at TripAdvisor.com.
You probably want to look at the transit system's website to see what lines go to the places you want to see and plan your hotel from there.
riding boots
How fast are the pebbles going when they hit her window.?
Romeo is chucking pebbles gently up to Juliet's Window, and he wants the pebble to hit the window with only a horizontal component of velocity. He is standing at the edge of a rose garden 4.5 m below her window and 5.0 m from the base of the wall. How fast are the pebbles going when they hit her window?
How fast are the pebbles going when they hit her window.?
The pebble would reach 5 m height with 0 vertical velocity if starting velocity was Vi = g*t where t is flight time, i.e. h = Vi*t - g*t^2/2 = g*t^2 - g*t^2/2 = g*t^2/2, or t = sqrt(2h/g).
Then horizontal velocity should be Vx = d/t = d/sqrt(2h/g)
d = 5, h = 4.5, g = 9.8
Reply:When you know time of ascent, you will know how fast
they hit the window.
First you need time of ascent.
from S= .5gt^2 get t=Sqrt(2s/g)=sqrt(9/10)=.95 sec.
Horizontal velocity is 5m/.95 sec =5.3m/s
How fast are the pebbles going when they hit her window.?
The pebble would reach 5 m height with 0 vertical velocity if starting velocity was Vi = g*t where t is flight time, i.e. h = Vi*t - g*t^2/2 = g*t^2 - g*t^2/2 = g*t^2/2, or t = sqrt(2h/g).
Then horizontal velocity should be Vx = d/t = d/sqrt(2h/g)
d = 5, h = 4.5, g = 9.8
Reply:When you know time of ascent, you will know how fast
they hit the window.
First you need time of ascent.
from S= .5gt^2 get t=Sqrt(2s/g)=sqrt(9/10)=.95 sec.
Horizontal velocity is 5m/.95 sec =5.3m/s
What do you think, How blazers are showing such a good kind of basketball?
I ask peaople, who watch blazers games. What is your opinion about Brandon Roy, can he score a lot in the game against Sonics at Rose Garden?
What do you think, How blazers are showing such a good kind of basketball?
I think they've done a great job. Its very rare that a young team can come together and win. Outlaw has finally showed up for the NBA and is now working into the system, Lamarcus has really pulled through for the Blazers, and Steven Blake as a back-up PG is perfect for a trey.
Brandon Roy has done a great job carrying that team. But sad to say I don't expect this team to make a complete run at a playoff birth. Its a nice run in-all but there in the West....
I say if they can keep this team together and let these group of guys grow w/addition Oden.......5 to 6 years there going to be an elite team.
Reply:It will be interesting. The Blazers were thought to be up and coming this year with Oden. He got hurt and had microfracture surgery, and then people thought their season is going to suck more. Then they get on this winning streak. I can imagine the Blazers late in the season(possibly) and definitely next year with Oden back. Tomorrow against Seattle, i predict a win for Portland anywhere from 10-20 points.
Reply:Brandon Roy is a great young player with a great attitude. When this team gets Olden back next year and a possible lottery pick next year (I don't think they'll make the playoff this year), this could be the next San Antonio for many years to come. Allen pay that luxury tax.
Reply:I don't know, they are lucky!
But Roy is playing like a true leader right now, they have good chemistry right now, and the young guys are feeling good because they are winning.
Reply:He can but i think this run by the Blazers is gonna be cut short soon i think they are going to fall apart in a couple of weeks, but i think brandon roy is great and i think they will be better next year when they have oden
Reply:He's gonna go off.........can't wait
Even though I wanna see D-Wade and Lebron da most
What do you think, How blazers are showing such a good kind of basketball?
I think they've done a great job. Its very rare that a young team can come together and win. Outlaw has finally showed up for the NBA and is now working into the system, Lamarcus has really pulled through for the Blazers, and Steven Blake as a back-up PG is perfect for a trey.
Brandon Roy has done a great job carrying that team. But sad to say I don't expect this team to make a complete run at a playoff birth. Its a nice run in-all but there in the West....
I say if they can keep this team together and let these group of guys grow w/addition Oden.......5 to 6 years there going to be an elite team.
Reply:It will be interesting. The Blazers were thought to be up and coming this year with Oden. He got hurt and had microfracture surgery, and then people thought their season is going to suck more. Then they get on this winning streak. I can imagine the Blazers late in the season(possibly) and definitely next year with Oden back. Tomorrow against Seattle, i predict a win for Portland anywhere from 10-20 points.
Reply:Brandon Roy is a great young player with a great attitude. When this team gets Olden back next year and a possible lottery pick next year (I don't think they'll make the playoff this year), this could be the next San Antonio for many years to come. Allen pay that luxury tax.
Reply:I don't know, they are lucky!
But Roy is playing like a true leader right now, they have good chemistry right now, and the young guys are feeling good because they are winning.
Reply:He can but i think this run by the Blazers is gonna be cut short soon i think they are going to fall apart in a couple of weeks, but i think brandon roy is great and i think they will be better next year when they have oden
Reply:He's gonna go off.........can't wait
Even though I wanna see D-Wade and Lebron da most
What's the best way to plant/grow roses?
I want to start a rose garden, but I have no clue how. Does anybody know the best season to start growing them, how to take good care of them, when to pick them, etc.?
What's the best way to plant/grow roses?
Red Blaze Climbers and follow instructions on package, worked great for me in Chicago suburb!
Reply:Go to burpeeseed.com
They have the very best info cause they have been around for ages!
Reply:I agree with thefox.
What's the best way to plant/grow roses?
Red Blaze Climbers and follow instructions on package, worked great for me in Chicago suburb!
Reply:Go to burpeeseed.com
They have the very best info cause they have been around for ages!
Reply:I agree with thefox.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
What part of Portland,Oregon would be a good location for two people in thier lates 20s?
Me and my friend are taking a trip up to Portland and are confused with what area to stay in. Many hotels in places like Llyod Center are nice but out of our price range. We are not going to have a car. We want to be near the rose garden, downtown and other trendy shopping streets. We want to avoid bad areas of town.
Our price range is $100 or less per night. We are going in early May.
What part of Portland,Oregon would be a good location for two people in thier lates 20s?
There is a Hotel called the Washington Park inn. I have added a link to the hotel below. They do not have their own website but it has information on the website. I had to live in hotels for a while here and I really liked that place. If you get a two bed room you have a view of Downtown, it is just down the hill from Washington Park and it is a few blocks from trendy NW Portland. There is allot of shopping on NW 21'st and NW 23'rd. You are in walking distance to Downtown and it is quiet. The prices are the same as the cheapest worst roach junkie hotels downtown!
For areas to check out for your age range there is a few districts. NW is good and you can walk their. Downtown is always nice and you can also walk their. There is the Pearl district, that is where all the art shops are and it is new but nice. Hawthorn and Belmont are in SE Portland and it is more hippie like and urban than NW Portland. Broadway in NE Portland has a little thing going for it self. All you really have to do is walk around and people are really friendly here and if you ask someone what their is fun to do they will have answers for you. On Saturday and Sunday there is the Saturday Market downtown at Skidmore Fountain, that can be allot of fun but is not a place you would want to be at night or when the market is not taking place. If you want to go bar hopping in downtown on third ave. all the way through downtown is most of the night clubs and bars. You can really enjoy yourself their. China town is still downtown below the pearl district but you would want to most likely stick to that area during the day. There is a big crack problem in that area of town. The city has been trying to clean it up but I don’t think they will ever leave. In China town though there is the Chinese gardens and they are really beautiful. In Washington Park there is the Rose Gardens and when you are going to be in town at the perfect time to see it and right next to it is the Japanese Gardens and on the other side or Washington Park is the Oregon Zoo, you can waste a day there easy. If you want a hotel that is a bit more hip and urban with a restaurant and bar in the hotel than there is the Jupiter Hotel. A link is also provided below. They are more expensive but they are really nice. The Queen Standard Non Smoking room in May is $104 a night. It is worth it. The Washington Park Hotel is about 50 a night!
I hope I was helpfull and have fun in my lovely town!
http://jupiterhotel.com/
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-...
Reply:www.travelportland.com is another good place to start looking. If you stay on the westside/downtown area you can always get around most of the city very easily with the MAX and street car system. I love hotel Lucia (www.hotellucia.com) as well, but it might be a little more than you want to spend, but it is worth it.
Reply:The best place to go is the Jupiter Hotel:
http://www.jupiterhotel.com/
bar none.....just go. It has won numerous awards for it's trendy vibe and good prices....if you check in after midnight, it's only $59!!
http://www.jupiterhotel.com/
also, call Hotel Fifty and see if they can get you a room for under $100....we just booked 3 rooms there for $90/night a few weeks back, and it's on the Max line!!
http://www.hotelfifty.com/index.php
Reply:Why not try this place and save by staying in an older motel in a great central location. You will not need a car. You can check out other places through the site. http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hote...
family nanny
Our price range is $100 or less per night. We are going in early May.
What part of Portland,Oregon would be a good location for two people in thier lates 20s?
There is a Hotel called the Washington Park inn. I have added a link to the hotel below. They do not have their own website but it has information on the website. I had to live in hotels for a while here and I really liked that place. If you get a two bed room you have a view of Downtown, it is just down the hill from Washington Park and it is a few blocks from trendy NW Portland. There is allot of shopping on NW 21'st and NW 23'rd. You are in walking distance to Downtown and it is quiet. The prices are the same as the cheapest worst roach junkie hotels downtown!
For areas to check out for your age range there is a few districts. NW is good and you can walk their. Downtown is always nice and you can also walk their. There is the Pearl district, that is where all the art shops are and it is new but nice. Hawthorn and Belmont are in SE Portland and it is more hippie like and urban than NW Portland. Broadway in NE Portland has a little thing going for it self. All you really have to do is walk around and people are really friendly here and if you ask someone what their is fun to do they will have answers for you. On Saturday and Sunday there is the Saturday Market downtown at Skidmore Fountain, that can be allot of fun but is not a place you would want to be at night or when the market is not taking place. If you want to go bar hopping in downtown on third ave. all the way through downtown is most of the night clubs and bars. You can really enjoy yourself their. China town is still downtown below the pearl district but you would want to most likely stick to that area during the day. There is a big crack problem in that area of town. The city has been trying to clean it up but I don’t think they will ever leave. In China town though there is the Chinese gardens and they are really beautiful. In Washington Park there is the Rose Gardens and when you are going to be in town at the perfect time to see it and right next to it is the Japanese Gardens and on the other side or Washington Park is the Oregon Zoo, you can waste a day there easy. If you want a hotel that is a bit more hip and urban with a restaurant and bar in the hotel than there is the Jupiter Hotel. A link is also provided below. They are more expensive but they are really nice. The Queen Standard Non Smoking room in May is $104 a night. It is worth it. The Washington Park Hotel is about 50 a night!
I hope I was helpfull and have fun in my lovely town!
http://jupiterhotel.com/
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-...
Reply:www.travelportland.com is another good place to start looking. If you stay on the westside/downtown area you can always get around most of the city very easily with the MAX and street car system. I love hotel Lucia (www.hotellucia.com) as well, but it might be a little more than you want to spend, but it is worth it.
Reply:The best place to go is the Jupiter Hotel:
http://www.jupiterhotel.com/
bar none.....just go. It has won numerous awards for it's trendy vibe and good prices....if you check in after midnight, it's only $59!!
http://www.jupiterhotel.com/
also, call Hotel Fifty and see if they can get you a room for under $100....we just booked 3 rooms there for $90/night a few weeks back, and it's on the Max line!!
http://www.hotelfifty.com/index.php
Reply:Why not try this place and save by staying in an older motel in a great central location. You will not need a car. You can check out other places through the site. http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hote...
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