A couple of days before Mother's Day, there was a day to celebrate in the world of horticulture. Friday, May 9, was National Knock Out Rose Day. This is the first year this day has been recognized.

Roses, long a gardener's favorite and our country's National Flower, still suffer from the reputation of being hard to grow. In reality, many modern roses like 'Knock Out' are robust, long-lived, ...

There are many ways to propagate roses, from taking cuttings to layering and grafting, or even growing from seed. There is no definitive method – each has its pros and cons. Try the different options ...

Hardwood rose cuttings are best propagated from fall to late winter. Adding rooting hormone helps hardwood cuttings root faster. Winter propagated cuttings should root and be ready for planting by the ...

Propagating roses from cuttings in late spring or early summer lets you easily grow more blooms for your garden. Choose semi-hardwood stems, dip them in rooting hormone, and plant them in moist soil ...

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis. Winter is here, thus giving gardeners plenty of time to plan for the upcoming months and specific maintenance ...