The Knock Out rose is likely the most planted rose in southeast Louisiana landscapes. Since its introduction in 2000, the Knock Out rose has ushered in a whole new way to look at roses and use them in ...

Its appealing characteristics are well documented — excellent disease resistance, frequent reblooming, showy clusters of single cherry-red flowers (there are also pink and double Knock Out varieties), ...

A: It is beginning to be that time. Most roses are finicky plants when it comes to care throughout the year. Many types of roses need extra protection through the winter and can be heavily damaged ...

Will Radler, 72, developed the Knock Out Rose in his Wisconsin basement. (Photo for The Washington Post by Jack Orton) QUESTION: How should I prune my Knock Out roses? -- David Carson ANSWER: Like all ...

The perfect time to cut back shrub roses, including the popular “Knock-Out” series, is when they are just starting to sprout new growth. The new shoots in spring will tell you where the plant is ...

Question: I have Knock Out roses with flowers that die and then others appear. When do I prune the plants? Answer: Enjoy the blooms and let it fade away or trim it off as it decline to tidy up the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you’ve always wanted to roses but have heard they’re fussy, try growing Knock Out Roses! Knock Out ...

Knock Out roses may be the most popular roses in our area. They thrive on neglect, blooming over and over for most of the year and making gardeners of all skill levels look good. Knock Outs are ...

Question: Knock Out roses growing in our landscape are too tall. Can they be trimmed back at this time? Answer: Give them a trimming but maybe lightly. Short days and cool nights keep roses from ...

I am convinced the more I age, the more forgetful I become. Today, I begin by sharing a joke with you — one that fits me to a T. Furthermore, the joke allows me to introduce, somewhat lightheartedly, ...

The perfect time to cut back shrub roses, including the popular “Knock-Out” series, is when they are just starting to sprout new growth. The new shoots in spring will tell you where the plant is ...