ReviewsThis authoritative book about growing roses sustainably is a timely addition to the gardener's bookshelf. It discusses pests and predators, lists suitable insect-friendly companions and goes into basics, such as pruning. It also defines each rose group, and recommends the healthiest choices. An ideal reference book for those new to the subject., "I wish I had this when I planted my rose garden twenty-five years ago. I am now about to plant another garden, full of wonderful rose varieties and I intend to follow Peter's advice wholeheartedly." -- Martha Stewart "A valuable guide for gardeners wanting to try roses that are less disease-prone." -- Library Journal "Most gardeners are no longer willing to spray their roses for pests and diseases because it's time consuming, expensive and known to be ecologically damaging. So this authoritative book about growing roses sustainably, is a timely addition." -- Gardens Illustrated Online "An enormously valuable book, particularly for those looking to grow roses organically." -- American Gardener "Don't ever shop for roses without this book in hand." -- PNW Magazine, Peter's ratings for fragrance, flowers, and disease resistance make it easy to choose the right rose for your garden. I wish I had this when I planted my rose garden twenty-five years ago. I am now about to plant another garden, full of wonderful rose varieties and I intend to follow Peter's advice wholeheartedly., Peter's ratings for fragrance, flowers, and disease resistance make it easy to choose the right rose for your garden. I wish I had this when I planted my rose garden twenty-five years ago. I am now about to plant another garden, full of wonderful rose varieties and I intend to follow Peter's advice wholeheartedly.
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal635.9/33734
Synopsis"I wish I had this when I planted my rose garden twenty-five years ago. I am now about to plant another garden, full of wonderful rose varieties and I intend to follow Peter's advice wholeheartedly." -- Martha Stewart Have you tried to grow roses, only to give up once you realized how dependent on pesticides they are? In this lush guide rose expert Peter Kukielski highlights 150 rose varieties that excel in gardens without the use of chemicals. Roses Without Chemicals features information on planting, pruning, and pests; plant profiles that include a color photo and details on color, growth habit, and fragrance; and helpful lists of roses organized by color, growing habit, and region., With this guide in hand, you can finally choose the right rose from the start and successfully grow them in an organic and sustainable way.