Customer Reviews

Roses for Dummies

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I have almost 40 rose books in my collection and I've read them all cover to cover, some many times. I didn't expect what I got from this book - new information that that wasn't included in weighty books for serious rose growers. This book demystifies the culture of roses, gives good advice in an easily read style. Its a great read and a painless way to learn enough to go right into rose growing - whether its just a couple of roses or major rose beds!

Obviously written by an expert, this book lets you zero in on exactly the information you want, or read page-by-page for a constantly interesting flow of information. A great section of tables help you narrow down your selection to fit your region and and amount of effort you feel like putting in. Makes you feel that you, too, can grow your own beautiful rose bushes!

I've been growing roses for a few years and my mother and grandmother are avid rose gardeners. I thought I knew a fair amount on the subject, but I learned SO MUCH from this book. Great for the beginner and experienced rose grower. And the photos are beautiful (would have liked more). This book can make anyone feel comfortable growing roses and will help ensure their success!

I'll be the first to admit it that when it comes to gardening, I'm more of a greenhorn than a green thumb. In ROSES FOR DUMMIES, I have found a friend. This book is exceptional for several reasons. First it goes step-by-step through cultivating roses. And the lists are wonderful.

Lists for roses that can survive bitterly cold winters; hot and dry summers; hot and humid summers, lists of "can't miss" roses, as well of the roses to avoid (for various reasons.)

The step-by-step approach is typical of "...For Dummies" books and does not assume a knowledge of roses, flowers or gardenings.

While there may be books just as good for beginning rose gardeners, I don't see how it is possible for there to be a better book.

This book is excellent. I just decided to take planting roses as a hobby and this was the book I was looking for. It explains everything from choosing a rose plant, the different types of plants, how to plant them and how often to water them, how to prune them, etc. The very basics, just what a novice needs to learn.

Tells you how to shop for roses, which are best for cold winters, humid summers, and most importantly which are most fragrant. Gives instructions for growing roses in pots indoors or out. Tips for climbing roses and how to prepare them for the winter. How to care for roses incl. watering, mulching, fertilizing, pruning and protecting against pests.

This book will answer all your questions especially the ones your afraid to ask... or should be. EX: My brother once asked my mother how she got the daffidils to all face the same direction!!! lol...he never lived it down! Read this book and have a great garden "painlessly".

Being new to this hobby, I needed straight answers to some common questions. "Roses for Dummies" is very informative, written in plain English. The photos and step-by-step planting and pruning guides are wonderful. This book not only helped me pick out some new roses for my garden, but also informed me of which ones to avoid. This certainly will prevent disappointment. I feel confident my roses will be better than ever!

I am new to rose gardens and devoured this book in no time. Very interesting and helpful insights into the world of roses and how to care for them. My book has may bent over pages that I refer to over and over again. This book is a must for any beginner to roses.

I love roses, only I thought that they were hard to grow. Not with this book! I have two rose bushes that came with the house I bought last year, and they looked like they were dead. After learning about pruning, and various other aspects of rose growing, they are blooming like crazy!!

This book has a great deal of information and will get you started in the right direction. I am so happy that I am going to plant a few a year in various places in my yard. As a person who needs detailed instructions on doing things, this book is 5 stars for my money!!