All About Dead-Heading
Deadheading is the process of removing spent blooms to encourage new growth. After each flush of flowers, prune the spent flower head just above the first set of 5 leaflets....
Grafted Rose Benefits
We specialize in Canadian-grown grafted roses. Grafting is an old and instrumental part of horticulture’s history and continued success. From grape vines and fruit trees to lilacs, Japanese maples, evergreens...
First Season Care For Your Bareroot Rose
There's nothing quite like the first season with your new rose! When those warm spring days finally arrive and the sun coaxes your plant out of its winter nap, magic...
Planting a Lakeview Rose
Your rose has been delivered to your home, and so the gardening fun begins! Your rose will thrive when you plant it in its naturally preferred location.
Petal Count and how we use the term at Lakeview Roses
Roses are such a unique flower offering incredibly varied blooms from one plant to another. Amazingly, the quantity of petals that each variety of rose brings differs. From blooms with...
Continuous Blooming vs. Repeat Blooming
You may be drawn to a rose for any number or reasons. One aspect to consider is its bloom cycle. Some roses bloom throughout the growing season and some put...
How often should I water?
Newly planted roses need consistent moisture, either from rainfall or your hose. Aim for a deep watering at least once a week until you see new growth from the base...
When and with what should I fertilize my roses?
Fertilizing depends on the age and maturity of your rose. Newly planted roses should not be fertilized until they show active new growth. Their young roots are sensitive and can...