What Genetic Traits are Important for Creating a New Rose Variety? Image ‘File:Englische Rose -The Squire- Raureif-20201107-RM-091853.jpg’ by Ermell, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 To create a new rose variety, breeders focus on several key genetic traits and employ specific hybridization techniques: Genetic Traits Flower Form and Petal Number: Studies suggest that the double flower … Read more
When is the Best Time to Cut Hybrid Tea Roses? Image ‘File:Ambrosius Bosschaert the Elder (Dutch – Flower Still Life – Google Art Project.jpg’ by Ambrosius Bosschaert The optimal time to prune hybrid tea roses is typically in late winter to early spring, just before new growth begins. This timing ensures the plant is not … Read more
What Soil Types and pH Levels are Ideal for Growing Roses in Pots? Image ‘File:20230818 rose flower father Miron’s name day bouquet 03.jpg’ by Abraham, licensed under CC0 Roses thrive in slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0, with an ideal pH of around 6.5. A well-draining loamy soil … Read more