Caring for Roses

Do you have a question or concern about how to successfully grow and care for roses in our Western North Carolina climate? Have you joined us from a different part of the country and are new to growing roses here?

Several of the Asheville Blue Ridge Rose Society’s members have written articles describing tips for caring for roses in this climate, that are included on this page.  We hope they will help guide you in planning and cultivating these stunning flowers.

If you would like additional information regarding caring for roses, please click on the links to the Carolina District Rose Society and the American Rose Society at the bottom of this page.

Still have questions or concerns? We would love to hear from you!  Please leave the Asheville Blue Ridge Rose Society an email by clicking on our email address, also at the bottom of this page.

Tips for Growing Roses

Many roses, both old and new, are disease resistant and easy to care for. There are many kinds of roses with diverse sizes, shapes, and colors. Many are fragrant. All [...]

Tips for Pruning Roses

During a recent meeting, members of the Asheville Blue Ridge Rose Society were treated to an instructive lesson on pruning roses by John Smith, one of our resident Consulting Rosarians, [...]

Getting Started with Climbing Roses

There is nothing more romantic than walking under an arbor or pergola covered in fragrant roses. Or, picture the rose covered cottages of England and New England. Climbing roses can [...]

Getting Roses Ready for Winter

Newcomers to Western North Carolina often wonder how to get their roses ready for winter.  They want to know how far to cut roses back and what winter protection is needed.  The [...]