Facts on Rose Plants
Rose plants are perennial, flowering shrubs that come in many colors and shapes; they are often identified by their thorns and are valued for their ornamental beauty and fragrance. The hips, leaves and roots are used for medicinal purposes in teas and jams, and oil from rose plants is used in perfumes. Does this Spark an idea?
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History
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According to the American Horticulture Society, some rose plants have existed since pre-Roman times. Although they were found in medieval gardens, most rose plants were developed from the mid-18th century onward.
Function
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Roses work as ground cover, bedding or border plants, adding color, fragrance and structure to gardens.
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Types
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The North American horticulture system categorizes all rose plants as bushes, shrubs, climbers or ramblers.
Identification
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Bush roses are a diverse group, but are generally small ; shrub rose plants are large and have thorny stems. Climbing plants have stiff, upright stems, while rambling rose plants have long, flexible stems.
Size
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With over 150 species, rose plants are from the genus Rosa, one of the largest in the family Rosaceae.
Considerations
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Evaluate the rose plant's flower, color, form and fragrance before adding it to a garden. Some rose plants only bloom once annually, while others bloom repeatedly.
Prevention/Solution
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Some rose plants are prone to aphids, sawfly infestation, black spot and mildew. Keep rose plants healthy by planting them in well-drained and aerated soil while pruning damaged shoots.
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