Everyday Roses: How to Grow Knock Out® and Other Easy-Care Garden Roses

More and more homeowners are adding easy-care roses to their gardens after discovering their versatility, range of color, and season-long foliage and bloom cycle. In this book, rose expert Paul Zimmerman debunks common rose myths and outdated care instructions, and instead imparts practical rose care advice in a fun and accessible voice. Readers will find helpful suggestions for choosing roses based on landscape need, tips on what to look for when buying roses, new techniques for the best way to plant roses, and sensible time-saving methods to maintain their roses throughout the year. Aimed at gardeners who want the beauty of roses without the fuss, this book offers an approach that is more accessible and environmentally friendly than competing volumes—and no other book in the current market focuses exclusively on modern roses and getting the most out of them. 'This book proves that growing roses is for EVERYONE!'-Pat Shanley, Vice President/President Elect American Rose Society'Finally a rose book that has joy, pleasure, and gardening wisdom at its core.'- Steve Hutton, President/CEO Star Roses and Plants/Conard-Pyle'Anyone who reads this book and follows Paul's philosophy cannot help but have a garden of healthy roses.'- Peter Beales, Author and rose expert'In his new book, Everyday Roses, Paul proves that ANYONE can indeed grow beautiful roses without an arsenal of chemicals. His practical approach is perfect for beginners and can be eye-opening for the seasoned gardener looking for a better way.'– SouthernLiving.com Yes, you really can grow healthy, beautiful roses! If you love roses, but think they're too hard to grow, check out Everyday Roses – your trusty guide to growing Knock Out and other easy-care garden roses. Here you'll find clear, accessible information for successfully growing beautiful roses in a wide range of colors. There's no book on roses like this one. Everyday Roses is designed specifically for weekend gardeners and homeowners who love roses but don't have the time or inclination to deal with the care and prevention measures high-maintenance roses require. This handy reference shows how you can enjoy the best of both worlds: gorgeous, healthy, long-flowering roses with a minimum of fuss. Simple, sensible advice from a rose expert. Author and rosarian Paul Zimmerman shows how garden roses can play an important part in any landscape design. He introduces gardeners to lots of easy-to-grow varieties that can be used effectively as flowering shrubs, groundcover, or climbing vines. Out with the old, in with the new! With Everyday Roses, all the old ideas about roses no longer apply. Instead of complicated, time-consuming maintenance programs, here you'll find simple easy-to-follow advice on planting and care. And, of course, starting out with no-fuss varieties like the Knock Out is the key to success! 'This book proves that growing roses is for EVERYONE!' -Pat Shanley, Vice President/President Elect American Rose Society 'Finally a rose book that has joy, pleasure, and gardening wisdom at its core.' -Steve Hutton, President/CEO Star Roses and Plants/Conard-Pyle 'Anyone who reads this book and follows Paul's philosophy cannot help but have a garden of healthy roses.' - Peter Beales, Author and rose expert 'In his new book, Everyday Roses, Paul proves that ANYONE can indeed grow beautiful roses without an arsenal of chemicals. His practical approach is perfect for beginners and can be eye-opening for the seasoned gardener looking for a better way.' SouthernLiving.com Yes, you really can grow healthy, beautiful roses! If you love roses, but think theyre too hard to grow, check out Everyday Roses your trusty guide to growing Knock Out and other easy-care garden roses. Here youll find clear, accessible information for successfully growing beautiful roses in a wide range of colors. There's no book on roses like this one. Everyday Roses is designed specifically for weekend gardeners and homeowners who love roses but dont have the time or inclination to deal with the care and prevention measures high-maintenance roses require. This handy reference shows how you can enjoy the best of both gorgeous, healthy, long-flowering roses with a minimum of fuss. Simple, sensible advice from a rose expert. Author and rosarian Paul Zimmerman shows how garden roses can play an important part in any landscape design. He introduces gardeners to lots of easy-to-grow varieties that can be used effectively as flowering shrubs, groundcover, or climbing vines. Out with the old, in with the new! With Everyday Roses , all the old ideas about roses no longer apply. Instead of complicated, time-consuming maintenance programs, here youll find simple easy-to-follow advice on planting and care. And, of course, starting out with no-fuss varieties like the Knock Out is the key to success! Aimed at gardeners who want the beauty of roses without the fuss, this book provides helpful suggestions for choosing roses based on landscape need, tips on what to look for when buying roses, new techniques for the best way to plant roses, and sensible time-saving methods to maintain their roses throughout the year. FrontCover......Page 1 FOB......Page 2 027_ZIMMERMAN_EverydayRoses......Page 19 045_ZIMMERMAN_EverydayRoses......Page 35 60......Page 53 64-77......Page 71 78-103......Page 85 140_ZIMMERMAN_EverydayRoses_new......Page 111 Roses_CH07......Page 153 BOB......Page 173 BackCover......Page 194 Untitled......Page 46 Forget the fuss and embrace modern roses as you learn how to grow and care for rose hybrids in a guide that also lays to rest common rose myths and flawed rose care instructions Buying roses Planting Mulching, watering, and feeding Disease and insects Pruning and grooming Roses in the landscape Suggested roses.