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quitting Ts

I'm glad to read some posts from fellow rosarians who have given up on
hybrid teas. I have struggled for years to grow these cranky plants,
with little success.

That's why, a few years ago, I decided to opt for floribunda and shrub
roses. The blooms may not be quite as spectacular, nor the scents as
abundant, but the pleasure of enjoying roses all season without having
to mother-hen them is much preferable to the constant care Ts seem to
require.

To the Bonica growers, are you referring to the original or the new
variety? I have 2 of the first and am considering the updated variety
for next spring.

Also have a few old-shrub roses that bloom off and on all season; two
are very highly scented, the blooms are beautiful. All in all, they sure
beat growing Ts.

Also have several floribundas; they also are returning favors for less
work.

Now, I'm a happy rose grower. I have garden club friends who grow great
Ts, and I'll leave the chores to them. I have not the time nor the
inclination to "baby" any kind of plant, yet I enjoy many different
kinds of perennials. Simple, kindly care is what they get and all
thrive.

May there be peace in your garden!

John G. Adney
Marion, Iowa
(east-central Iowa in zones 4-5)
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