Category Archives: Organics

Preparing For New Roses

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Well, its February in Alabama. And to me, that means a time to make adjustments in my garden. I am preparing for a dozen new roses (3 hybrid teas, 3 floribundas, 3 miniatures, 3 David Austin English roses) that will … Continue reading →

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You Live & Learn

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

You Live & Learn (A few things I learned from the 2011 rose growing season) 1. Location. Location. Location. What may be bright sun in the spring could be cool shade once the trees leaf out! Be sure to … Continue reading →

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>Gardener’s Sustainable Living Project

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

>I made a conscious decision this year to only use organic fertilizers for my roses. It is a part of an effort to try to “go green”. Jan @ThanksForToday Blog is encouraging everyone with her “Gardener’s Sustainable Living Project”and got … Continue reading →