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Although major rose pruning is not done until late February into early March, there are a few things I do to get roses settled in for the winter. First, I wait until the first frost has occurred before I do anything. That happened on December 1 this year, a little later than normal. If you do any pruning prior to that, new growth will be encouraged, and it will just be nipped later. I will then do minimal pruning, about 1/3 of the plant or to about waist-high. It does not matter how you make the cuts. More precise pruning will be done in late winter. Giving roses a slight pruning at this time will decrease the damage from strong winter winds. Roses are not deeply rooted, and any long canes can spell trouble. Pick off any remaining leaves, if possible. I know that can be a big job if there are still many leaves left on the plant but you don't want leaves, especially diseased leaves, left to fall and harbor spores for next season. Clean the area around the base of the rose. Rake out ...
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May 2009 Bloom Day

We've had so much rain lately that it has really taken a toll on the blooms this spring. Some are holding up better than others.

This is a new clematis that I just planted this spring called "Durandii" -



Another clematis - "Jackmanii" a tried and true favorite -



I love the old fashioned St. Joseph's Lily (Hippeastrum Johnsonii) -



And the remainder are all roses -

A new one that I bought from Petals from the Past this year is "Dame de Coeur"



"Robin Hood" is always reliable and blooms for a long time -



"Westerland"



"The Pilgrim" is one of the David Austin English roses -



"Red Cascade" is a miniature that can get really big



"La Marne" is a carefree shrub rose that I often recommend -



"Francois Juranville" is a vigorous but thornless rambler -



"New Dawn" is another great rose - tough and disease resistant. That is the Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea "Sike's Dwarf" on the right -




"Marjorie Fair" is a hybrid musk that grows out in front by the road. I have received more comments on it this year than any other rose.



Another great rose is "Gartendirektor Otto Linne" - I planted a hedge of it outside the fence -



A variety of roses in the border. The red in the background is the rugosa "FJ Grootendorst". The tall pink rose in the middle is "Lyric". "Gartendirektor Otto Linne" again in the bottom and "Daydream" in the foreground.



That's it for the May Bloom Day. Carol at May Dream Gardens invites bloggers to share photos of what's blooming in their gardens on the 15th of each month.
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  1. KarenMay 14, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Oh my goodness, I can almost smell those roses from here! What an incredible display. Great shot of the clematis climbing through the red ladder. I love your weathered bench in the header and one of the photos - do you ever sit on it, or just look at it longingly as you pass by on the way to some garden task? Happy Bloom Day!

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  2. Rob (ourfrenchgarden)May 14, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    I've got this clematis and have to agree it's a stunner.

    Those Hippeastrum Johnsonii are something, I love the urn behind, makes a great shot.

    I always enjoy your superb photography of the garden.

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  3. Pam/DiggingMay 14, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    I love all your purple and red, esp. that top photo.

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  4. joMay 14, 2009 at 11:50 PM

    Hello Phillip,
    You say "puttering", we say "pottering" :-)

    What a good overview of your garden. I like seeing the long shots rather than nothing but close-ups. Feels more like a real visit.
    Lovely patches of roses and very striking clematis.
    jo

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  5. AnonymousMay 15, 2009 at 12:30 AM

    All of these are gorgeous. I kept changing my mind about my favorite with each new picture I scrolled down to!

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  6. Sarah LaurenceMay 15, 2009 at 3:58 AM

    I love the color combination of purple clematis on red trellis. The Robin Hood with the bench and watering can makes me think of England – beautiful shot! Gorgeous bloom day.

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  7. Monica the Garden FaerieMay 15, 2009 at 4:36 AM

    I didn't realize roses came in orange (as opposed to peach)--that's cool! I also like the word Hippeastrum but that's neither here nor there! Happy GBBD!

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  8. Erin @ The Impatient GardenerMay 15, 2009 at 4:45 AM

    Gorgeous photos! I have a Durandi clematis coming next week so I'm even more exciting about that now. Yours looks amazing on the red trellis. Your roses are making me very envious, particular that David Austin! Happy GBBD!

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  9. GailMay 15, 2009 at 4:48 AM

    Phillip,Your garden is lovely despite the rain...which has been relentless.
    The thornless rambler sounds like my kind of rose...they seem to love to grab me otherwise! The clems are beautiful and I still love Jackmani! Gail

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  10. LesMay 15, 2009 at 4:56 AM

    You must be a great resource for which roses hold up in the hot and humid South. Beautiful!

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  11. sweetbayMay 15, 2009 at 5:35 AM

    Your Clematis and roses are just gorgeous. I must look into Francois Juranville. I haven't heard of that one before and it looks lovely.

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  12. DaveMay 15, 2009 at 6:20 AM

    Very nice! I know just what you mean about the rain. Too much at once, too little later. I really like the 'Robin Hood' It looks great next to that bench.

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  13. Catherine@AGardenerinProgressMay 15, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    Just beautiful. I knew I'd see a show when I came here. I really like your plant combinations. My 'jackmanii' is giant already and hasn't even bloomed yet. It definitely is a reliable one.

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  14. Roses and LilacsMay 15, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    I can see why you get so many comments on Marjorie Fair. It really stands out. The Pilgrim is looking especially fine too.
    Marnie

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  15. Robin's Nesting PlaceMay 15, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    You have such a gorgeous garden! Your roses are magnificent!

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  16. Jean CampbellMay 15, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    Love all the reds; the others too.

    Red Cascade is determined to be a ground cover here. I'm determined to gather her up into a more vertical arrangement. Guess who's winning?

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  17. MarieMay 15, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    All those roses leave me breathless. I love the colors, shapes and habits of them all!

    Thanks for all the great pictures & documentation.

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  18. FrancesMay 15, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    Hi Phillip, you are the master of roses! Such giant specimens, traffic must come to a screeching halt as they drive by. I would. :-)
    Frances

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  19. donnaMay 15, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    I agree with Jo about the long shots, does make it seem more like a real garden visit. Your Durandi on the red ladder makes for an outstanding photo. Everything is so very lovely.

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  20. LisaMay 15, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    Wow, really lovely. Everything looks so full and round and lush.

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  21. Digital Flower PicturesMay 15, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    The garden looks great! I thought it was just my 'Red Cascade' that got huge. It is mini on steroids.

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  22. Chandramouli SMay 15, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Oh, I'd be so content even if I had only those Clematises in my garden! What an exquisite beauty! They stand out and literally pop out of the monitor!
    Of course, Roses always have their share of attraction and I'm a fan of those, too! Yours look different and lovely! Wonderful GBBD, Phillip!

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  23. Dee/reddirtramblingsMay 16, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    Ah, beautiful, Phillip. You have so many different varieties of roses than I have. I find that amazing. Just shows that there are so many to choose from doesn't it? I have 'New Dawn.' She can be a beastie, but she's pretty. Mine will bloom in about three weeks.

    We've had the rain too. I'm sick to death of it.~~Dee

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  24. Barbara EMay 16, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    What gorgeous, saturated colors! Beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing.

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  25. Mr. McGregor's DaughterMay 17, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    Your photos are so great, especially the one of 'Robin Hood' Rose, it looks like a magazine shot. I've been thinking a lot about Clematis durandii, but I never thought to grow it on a red obelisk. It looks fantastic on it. (I guess I'm not quite that adventurous with color.) I think your second Clematis may be 'Jackmanii Superba,' rather than 'Jackmanii.' My mom has the latter, and the flowers aren't as full. Whatever it is, it's a beauty.
    BTW - you asked about my grass, I'm assuming you mean my lawn. It's not always that green & lush. It's been cool & we've had a lot of rain. It looks awful in August.

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  26. Dig, Grow, Compost, BlogMay 17, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    I always know I can get a rose education when I visit your blog Phillip. I've noticed the Westerland rose at the nursery I work at because it's nice and fragrant. I really like that hedge of roses you've got at the edge of your property. Oh, and the clematis? To die for!

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  27. Kathryn/plantwhateverbringsyoujoy.comMay 18, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    Very very lovely photos, Phillip. I am such a big fan of clematis! And your roses are spectacular!

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  28. AnonymousMay 19, 2009 at 6:27 PM

    Just simply fantastic! You have worked very hard and it shows. I'm liking those roses growing on the old fence and I can see why you'd get so many kind words about it.

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  29. AnonymousMay 19, 2009 at 7:43 PM

    Ooh, Phillip! I love the purple clematis against that red trellis/ladder. Stunning shot! I can't wait to see your garden one day.

    Did you get a chance to read my posting about meeting P. Allen Smith and touring his city garden?

    http://cindydyer.wordpress.com/2009/04/30/p-allen-smith-luncheon-at-the-arkansas-governors-mansion/

    http://cindydyer.wordpress.com/2009/05/02/p-allen-smiths-little-rock-home-and-garden/

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  30. Lisa at GreenbowMay 21, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    That orange rose is to die for. We have had more than our share of rain this spring too. I won't complain though because I will be praying for rain in August.

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