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Re: Re: good and bad roses, scent and repeat

Joanie, thanks for suggesting the Blanc Double de Coubert.  It sounds
wonderful.

I don't know why our nurseries and stores just carry HTs.  I suspect
that they're best for triggering impulse buys.  I've succombed more
than once to a Tiffany or Peace rose with a few perfect blooms on top,
even though I know better.  :)  Shrub roses don't look as fancy in
their pots so I think people may not give them a chance.  I really
think for landscaping they're even prettier though.  I like an
informal cottage garden look, and they are so fitting for backdrops
especially.

I thought I'd attach a photo.  I hope nobody minds.  This is my
William Baffin, which I haven't bothered to try to train and just let
be.  It mainly tries to reach out and attack my children.  <G>  In
front are my prize flowers, Victoria and Annalee, holding some peonies
from elsewhere.  The picture is in the front/side yard, away from the
main gardens.  It shows why I love the hardy roses though.  You'll
never see a HT thrive like this in zone 4!  The Baffin repeats all
summer, too, though it took about 3 years to start doing so.  It's
only 4 years old.

--
Alicia

A Magical Childhood
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Don't be afraid your life will end; be afraid that it will never
begin.
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