The roses are really just getting started, but they are definitely putting on a show. I've only needed to "dead head" a few spent flowers. These are from the flower bed under our bedroom window. I wish I could tell you the names of these blooms. I believe they are all "tea roses." Did I mention that I'm not an expert? If I learn them (or find my records) I will add them later. This group of roses were chosen for their scent as much as their color and form.
I always thought roses were delicate and difficult. They need full sun and will bloom more if the spent blooms are snipped off. Cut them just above a leaf with 5 parts. They need to be pruned way back at the end of the season. In our area, that's around Christmas. I like to keep them after the holiday guests have seen them. Other than that they really don't take much care.
I love the lavender shade of the rose!
This rose is in the bed near the pond. . . Not tropical or pondish at all. But that's where they are. So there!
I believe this climbing rose is called Lady Banks.
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