Once-blooming roses produce one flush of flowers a season. However, some boast interesting histories and beautiful blooms, ...

In his excellent debut, Eglin combines just the right amount of horticultural detail with well-drawn characters and an absorbing plot. While Kate and Alex Sheppard explore the long neglected gardens ...

For centuries, gardeners have attempted to breed blue roses with no success. But now, thanks to modern biotechnology, the elusive blue rose may finally be attainable. Researchers have found a way to ...

Roses are red, violets are blue, but people want blue roses! In the industry of floriculture, the cut blue flower is a coveted product. So much so, that according to the Institute of of Vegetable and ...

Planting shrub roses with lavender is a classic combination which will guarantee a relaxed cottage feel and will bring color and fragrance throughout the summer. According to the rose experts at David ...

Over the last few centuries, roses have captivated gardeners worldwide due to their natural beauty and charm. Because of their strong scents and deep symbolism, these flowers are commonly used for ...

The Greek poetess Sappho crowned the rose the “Queen of Flowers.” Rosarians wholeheartedly agree with her, because roses light up and illuminate the garden. When planted with a “court” of compatible ...

Horticulturalists at Longwood Gardens and Wyck Historic House, Garden and Farm shared these tips for rose success. First, research what type of rose you have bought and are planting, says Senior ...

Not until you visit these sprawling gardens in Washington Park will you fully understand the reasoning behind one of Portland's nicknames, the City of Roses. Established in 1917 by Portlander Jesse A.

April has been an extraordinary month for gardeners. In recent columns, we have highlighted the return to in-person events by the Monterey Bay area’s leaders of the most popular groups of garden ...