All About the Rose

Topics around roses, their uses, history and care have filled entire books for centuries.

No other garden plant has fascinated people on every continent for so long and so lastingly as the 'Queen of Flowers'.

On the following pages you will find extensive information about the garden rose that goes far beyond care, planting and pruning instructions.

For a better overview, we have divided it up further:

General information

General information on the origin, classification and history of roses, and a rose FAQ with common questions and terms.

Rose care / pruning

Tips on rose care and pruning throughout the year. Information on handling roses, diseases and pests.

Use in the garden

The possible uses in the garden are as varied as the individual varieties.

Variety recommendations

Recommendations of worthwhile varieties by use, growth habit or colour

All About Clematis

The best way to propagate clematis plants differs from variety to variety. Read here how it is done.

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