February – Crimson Bouquet
Red roses typically symbolise love and romance and with Valentine’s Day on February 14th. [Read More...] Read More →
January – Rise N Shine
For the first month of 2012, we feature one of most popular and well named miniature roses introduced. [Read More...] Read More →
December – Uetersen
For the last month of 2011, we go back in time to feature a tried and true rose ideal for almost any garden. [Read More...] Read More →
Patio Pleasers
Issue 326 of the Weekend Gardener features patio roses. Find out more on these roses which are small in size, but offer a lot for your garden – big or small. This issue is onsale now from all leading supermarkets, bookshops, newsagents, garden centres or subscribe to the Weekend Gardener magazine by calling 0800 999 886 or online Go to the Weekend Gardener website Issue 326 November 3 – 16 2011 Read More →
November – Gisborne 2000
Around the year 2000, several roses came onto the market celebrating the year 2000 around New Zealand. [Read More...] Read More →
October – Zephirine Drouhin
Towards the end of the month, the roses start blooming again starting at the top half of New Zealand. [Read More...] Read More →
September – Strawberry Ice
Another tried and true rose features this month, one that has stood the test of time since its introduction in the late 1970’s [Read More...] Read More →
August – Sparkler
White is very much a winter colour, but also one to cool the garden down during the long hot days of summer. [Read More...] Read More →
July – Warm Welcome
While the weather is cooling down, this month’s featured rose is one that warms up any garden when in flower. [Read More...] Read More →
Rose Pruning Demonstrations 2011
Its almost rose pruning time in New Zealand so its time to think about pruning yours – roses are usually pruned between late June and mid August depending on where you live. Despite what is often said or written about rose pruning being difficult, it is actually very easy provided a few basic principles are followed. If you are not sure on what to do with your roses, one of the best ways to learn is to attend a pruning demonstration that many... [Read More...]
