Happy Wednesday! Today is the last of my May flowers series and I am sharing a beloved Southern favorite: roses. I have over 20 rose bushes in my garden--can you tell I adore them? I think there is a misconception that they are fussy plants but the varieties I have are actually pretty low maintenance. In general, roses need to be watered at the base of the plant for their roots, not all over the the leaves. Over watering and wet foliage tends to make them more susceptible to disease. Other than that, they withstand our scorching heat, are cold hardy and produce glorious blossoms. These miniature roses are one of the first I planted and started in a gallon pot! Their tiny velvety red flowers expand across a corner of my yard for a breathtaking display.
