Tag Archives: growing roses

It’s July! Show Us Your Bloomers!

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

America’s Favorite Rose Gardener, Chris VanCleave shares his “tried and true” roses. Those varieties that seem to thrive despite the record heat of July. Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day Flower Care – Keeping Your Blooms FRESH!

Posted on January 30, 2016 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Millions will receive flowers on Valentine’s Day and will wonder “how do I extend the life of the blooms I received?” Here are my tips for getting the most out of your Valentine’s Day gift. CONDITION THE BLOOMS If they arrive in … Continue reading →

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October In The Rose Garden

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

The end of the rose growing season is upon us and here are a few rose care tips for October: What’s bloom in in your garden this week? Here are a few of my blooms: … Continue reading →

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Biltmore International Rose Trials 2014

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Rose Gardening expert Chris VanCleave shares his recent experience as a judge on the international jury of the Biltmore International Rose Trials, held in Asheville, North Carolina. Continue reading →

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Keeping Calm – Carrying On

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Chris VanCleave aka “The Redneck Rosarian” shares some sage advice for those who need to re-focus…… Continue reading →

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June Garden Walk – Come See What’s In Bloom In My Alabama Rose Garden

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

It’s the end of June and time for another walk through my Alabama rose garden. Come see what’s in bloom! Continue reading →

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Butter Me Up | Miniature Rose | National Rose Month

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Celebrate National Rose Month by sharing roses with the world around you. Everybody knows somebody who needs a rose! Continue reading →

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Flush of Blooms In My Alabama Rose Garden

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Come see what’s blooming in our Alabama rose garden. Chris VanCleave aka “The Redneck Rosarian” takes us on a garden walk to see some of the blooms in his garden. Continue reading →

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First Bloom 2013 – Climbing Pinkie

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

The first blooms of the season appear in the Redneck Rosarians rose garden as ‘Climbing Pinkie’ makes her debut… Continue reading →

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Be An Advocate For Local Rose Culture

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

This past weekend I joined alongside fellow members of the Birmingham Rose Society at Helena Market Days. We set up a booth, gave away roses, dispensed rose advice and shared our love of growing roses with anyone who would listen. … Continue reading →