Yes, you can grow roses in Indiana! Below you will find rose recommendations, information on where to buy roses and tips and tricks for growing roses.
There are so many wonderful roses on the market today. So, if you find a rose that catches your eye in a catalog, at a garden center, big box store or our very own annual rose sale (link)… read about it, if it is hardy in our area, go for it. Few shrubs give season long blooms with the charm and beauty of a rose. It’s worth it!
ROSE RECOMMENDATIONS
Whether you are just getting started or want to add more beauty to your garden here are some recommendations from our members. SEE LIST HERE… LINK
ROSE CARE
DEALING WITH ROSE MIDGE
John Hefner has written about his experience with with the horrible bloom stealer ROSE MIDGE and how he manages this very pesky pest! Read article here.
WHAT ABOUT THRIPS?
Mark Nolen has written a comprehensive article on thrips. We call it THRIPS 101. Read article here.
John Hefner has a few words for the bloom-ruining thrips too. Read his article here.
FERTILIZING ROSES...
John Hefner gives us numerous options for using fertilizers on our roses depending on our desired results! Read article here.
PRUNING
John Hefner has some great tips and tricks for pruning our roses. Read article here.
Indianapolis Rose Society 