Glossary of Rose Terms

Everything you want to know about bare root roses

Growing roses can be a challenge, but it doesn't have to be. Here are a list of some of the more commonly used phrases to help you get started.
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Fanatic

One who doubles his efforts after losing sight of the objective, as in "He's become quite a rose exhibitor."

Floribunda (aka: Cluster-flowering)

A class of modern roses in which the blooms are presented in clusters. Derived from the Polyantha class, Floribundas have larger blooms than their predecessor, Generally, Floribundas are shorter than Hybrid Teas and are well suited for use as bedding plants.

Fungicide

A spray intended to control the growth of rose diseases like mildew, rust and blackspot .