Is there anything more perfect than a rose? These superb flowers have been a favorite of gardeners everywhere for literally hundreds of years on account of their timeless beauty, velvety petals, delightful scent and gorgeous variety of colors. Indeed, it isn't surprising that roses are synonymous with romance and love, because they truly do invoke deep emotions in all of us. Roses really are a true, enduring classic.



If you are thinking about growing roses in your garden, it is quite easy to do so. After all, what garden wouldn't benefit from a thicket of thriving rose bushes, blooming in a spectacular array of colors?

The good news is that roses are fairly hardy and can be quite simple to grow. You need to be careful where you plant your rose bushes, since they require quite a lot of sun. Make sure you have a spot in your garden that receives a good deal of sun because as a rule roses do poorly in shady conditions.

Roses also appreciate quite a lot of water, particularly in summer. With that in mind, finding a location with rich, well watered soil is ideal. That said, you will also need to water your plants generously, preferably through deep watering which gets down to the root system.

Selecting what variety of rose to grow is a hard decision since there are literally hundreds of types available. To begin with there are both bush roses (which are self-supporting and grow upright) as well as climbing roses (that will creep over structures and may need support). There are also miniatures, hybrids, floribundas, grandifloras, polyanthas, heritage, shrubs, climbing and tree roses.

Deciding upon what variety of rose to go for will depend on your garden, taste and experience as a gardener. The palette of color and styles of blooms will also be a matter of personal preference, and you will be simply amazed by the breadth and range.

Once you have established a rose garden, you will be able to maintain your plants, by regular pruning and care. As far as plants go, however, roses are relatively low maintenance plants, which makes them a good choice for beginners!