You bought me a Rose Garden

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, why spend all that money on roses that will only wilt and fade away in a few days when you can buy a rose garden! Consider location when planting your roses because not only will they look beautiful, they also smell lovely. It would be nice to have the scent coming through a window of a frequented room, such as your bedroom or living room. Enjoyed for years to come, they will add beauty to your surroundings and increase your curb appeal. For those of us living in an apartment home that do not have a yard to plant roses, fret not. You can purchase a rose bush that will thrive in a pot. You can keep it inside your home, or outside on your porch or balcony. The Shrub Rose is a hearty plant that can thrive outdoors, even in February. The Champion Tea Rose is a variety of rose with the lusher, full blooms you come to recognize. These need a little more loving care than the Shrub Rose, but will still thrive outdoors. Most nurseries would suggest using a covering of leaves over the soil. So this holiday, surprise your sweetie with roses that will last!