Roses
Question: How can I tell if my rose bush has gone wild?
Answer: Do you see different growth patterns? You can detect a wild shoot quite easily. It will come up from low below the graft & will look different than the rest of the stock (ie different leaf & flower). You must cut this shoot off as soon as you notice it at the place where it originates, probably below ground level, otherwise it will multiply & eventually take over your plant with wild shoots.
Question: My friend bought me miniature roses for my birthday But the instructions don't say if they can stay outside all winter. They are about 5' from the house, in a fairly sheltered spot, and I can certainly cover them if necessary.
Answer: Yes, they can stay outside for the winter for they have to go thru a dormant cycle. Sheltered is good, but needs a least 6 hours of sun per day & lots of room (2 ft) for airspace, can be mulched for the winter to protect from frost.
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