Gardeners are beginning to enjoy the fruits of their labour as rose buds swell and start to flower, but they ought to be mindful that spring can prove problematic for these blooms. Roses are ...

Over the past 60 years, black spot has gone from being a disease largely confined to the south of England to the scourge of rose growers throughout Britain. It is an unsightly fungal disease that ...

12:50, Sun, Sep 14, 2025 Updated: 13:05, Sun, Sep 14, 2025 Roses need more attention as the temperature drops than just watering them, as now in autumn they need to be protected from pests if you want ...

While many gardeners are relishing the warm weather, it's crucial to keep a close eye on roses as humid conditions can foster the spread of diseases like rust. Rust is a unique fungal infection that ...

Roses act as a magnet for aphids, as the plant provides a source of nourishment in the form of sugary sap. These insects feed on the phloem juice of plants, which is rich in sugar, and roses offer ...

Rose bushes are a quintessential feature of many people’s gardens, making a statement in containers or flowerbeds. They come in an array of colours, but getting a rose to bloom all summer long can be ...

Gardeners are being urged to give their roses extra care in the coming weeks due to April's increasing temperatures and rainy showers. The unsettled weather creates an ideal environment for black spot ...

Blackspot can affect the growth of roses. (file image)(Image: (Image: Getty)) Roses require a good deal of attention in the spring to ensure they flourish, but gardeners should be particularly ...

Aphids are a common nuisance for gardeners during the summer, known for draining plants of their sap. Roses plagued by aphids can display curled leaves or be coated in a sticky residue, also known as ...