If one wishes to grow the roses he or she loves the most, it is important to learn as much about them as you can.
It’s simply not enough to say you love them.
To grow the roses that you’re passionate about, you really do need to understand everything about that particular variety.
From the type of soil it uses, to the best fertilizer, to the frequency of watering, right down to how to prune the plants. You really must know how to grow the roses the right way. One mishap in your technique and all your hard work could be for naught.
Now, let’s say you are an experienced rose gardener, and you can honestly say that rose gardening is in your veins. Good for you, but then, just because you know how to raise a few different types doesn’t automatically make you an expert.
Just like a mechanic I once knew, he was, bar none, the best truck mechanic I have ever seen. People went to see him from everywhere to have their trucks serviced. Unfortunately, his fame and success went to his head and he started to proclaim that he was an expert, not just in trucks, but also in everything with four wheels. Continue reading Why You Must Only Grow the Roses You Love Most