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Rediscover the magic and romance of Summer Roses.

Posted on July 12th, 2008

Once roses were extremely popular and to be found in practically every garden. Although many people still admire and enjoy roses, their popularity has in recent years diminished as many find it increasingly difficult to find the time and effort to maintain such plants. Undoubtedly a plant of great beauty and some with heavenly scent but many varieties demand regular attention to ensure healthy condition and optimum performance. For many gardeners roses would not be considered an eligible member of the ‘low maintenance’ plant group whilst for others the various pests and disease problems associated with roses undermined the plant’s popularity. This is a great pity because roses are true romantics within the garden area and despite the ‘problems’ are very reliable for putting on a fantastic displays during the summer months of June and July.

Fortunately for the many time poor gardeners, some new exciting rose varieties are now available which demand little maintenance or effort. A number of varieties including the popular ‘Flower Carpet’ which come in a range of colours including Pink, Sunshine, Coral, Red Velvet and White, offer a long flowering season, rich green foliage, compact bush habit (Height approx 600mm and allow 3 plants/m²) and are naturally disease resistant, making them ideal for any time poor ‘low maintenance’ gardeners. Ideally planted in a sunny site, prepare ground by adding plenty of well rotted manure or soil conditioner/compost to loosen soil. Dig large hole, place plant in position and level with surrounding soil. Firm ground around plant, fork in a quality rose food into moistened soil. Keep plants moist during dry warm spells and an occasional trim will ensure prolific flowering into the autumn. The compact ‘Flower Carpet’ roses are ideal for even the smallest of gardens, contemporary or traditional, in beds, borders or planters, the compact carpet rose are guaranteed to have instant appeal.

For pure magic and romance, few plants can compete with Summer Roses. ‘Flower Carpet’ range should be available in all good Garden Centres.