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Frugal Gardening
Frugal Gardening
Teri Monroe

7 Tricks for Keeping Roses Blooming Longer

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Roses are the centerpieces of many gardens, but without proper care their bloom period can be shortened. Whether you grow hybrid teas, climbers, or miniatures, the key to long-lasting blooms is timing, nutrition, and smart pruning. With a few simple tweaks, your rose bushes can keep producing vivid, fragrant flowers well into fall. Here are seven proven tricks to extend your rose season and keep each bloom looking its best.

1. Deadhead Spent Blooms the Right Way

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