As a follow up post to Pat Welsh’s rose pro program I thought I would do a post about the roses that I have had the most success with in my own garden. I am not a fan of modern roses per say although I do have one or two in my garden. I prefer the form and bloom style of the old garden roses, David Austin's, and Romanticas to their modern counter parts .Please note that my garden is located along the central coast of California. A rose that performs well for me will not ...
Gardening
How to Grow Beautiful Roses
Pat Welsh’s book Southern California Gardening was written in 1992. If you could see the dog eared version I have you would know what a valuable resource it has been for me. For those of you that have followed my blog for a while you know that I grow primarily antique and David Austin roses in my garden. I am not a big fan of the modern roses as I am equally concerned about how they look in the landscape as in the vase. I started following Pat Welsh’s program probably twenty years ago. I have ...
Along the Garden Path…with Beau
I thought it would be fun to travel along the garden path with Beau and experience it through his eyes. Take it away Beau. I spend most of my time in the front garden now that Carlos whacked “buzzed” everything back in the rose garden. It was nice when it was in full bloom … I could hide my toys in the fountain … chase the cats…. Orangeman thinks if he hides behind the plants I won’t see him….I like to humor him….he is getting on in years…so I don’t “always” chase ...
Roses in the garden and a Garden Party
Heather from stylemindchic.com and Jennifer from awellstyledlife.com is sponsoring a #stylefocus event where we were asked to showcase our own personal style or what inspires us with a post from the past. My garden always inspires me. Enjoy and be sure to stop by and see Heather and Jennifer for tons of inspiration!! Spring came late to my garden on the Central Coast this year but some of my favorites are in full flush. Let's take a look at Roses in the garden and a garden party. Golden ...
