Lavender is one of the most beloved plants in the gardening world, known for its stunning purple blooms, soothing fragrance, and versatility. In his video, Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm takes a practical approach to growing lavender, whether in a garden bed or a container. Lavender’s easygoing nature makes it a favorite for gardeners…
Climbing roses bring vertical elegance to any garden, transforming walls, fences, and trellises into vibrant displays of blooms. With so many varieties available, selecting the right one for your space can be a rewarding challenge. In a recent video, Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm explores some of the most popular climbing roses, offering tips…
The internet can be a wonderful resource for gardeners, offering tips and techniques from experts around the world. However, not all the advice you’ll find online holds up under scrutiny. In a recent video, Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm, a professional grower with years of experience, delves into the world of fake rose propagation…
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Most aphids are born pregnant. I say this both as a fun bit of trivia and to make a point: even more than other insect pests, they’re biologically fine-tuned for fast reproduction without any of the “fun stuff” to slow down the process. As in the below picture, the mother aphid doesn’t even interrupt feeding…
While on the farm, feel free to stop by and visit the tiny chapel near the rose garden. There’s at least one other wayside chapel that notably claims the title of the “Smallest Chapel in the World” – but with all due respect ours is much smaller! Not that anyone is really counting… As noted…
Prevent and fix leggy seedlings with tips on lighting, temperature, and care. Start seeds indoors successfully for strong, healthy plants and a thriving garden.
Discover the best lavender varieties for your garden. Learn how to grow fragrant English lavender, hardy Lavandin, and more, with expert tips on planting, pruning, and care for thriving plants.
Perennials, shrubs and trees are meant to be the enduring framework of your landscape through the seasons, so chances are that you chose them with your climate in mind. One particular criteria gardeners often use for their selection is the hardiness zone rating. It’s not a perfect system – and there are several other reasons…
Learn how to prune roses like a pro! Discover simple tips for timing, shaping, and maintaining healthy shrubs, plus debunk common pruning myths for beautiful blooms and a thriving rose garden.
Discover how to grow healthy roses without harsh chemicals! Learn essential care tips, pest control strategies, and the benefits of planting for diversity to create a thriving, balanced rose garden.
Discover the key differences between climbing and rambling roses! Learn about their blooming habits, growth styles, and unique charm to choose the perfect rose for your garden’s vertical appeal.
Learn how to hybridize roses in just 4 easy steps! Discover the basics of rose breeding, from collecting pollen to growing unique seedlings. Perfect for beginners looking to create their dream rose.
If you are travelling some distance to visit Fraser Valley Rose Farm, why not pair your trip with a fun outing along the way and explore the surrounding areas north of the Fraser River? We have curated a list highlighting popular destinations including hiking, shopping, sightseeing, dining and family fun activities. Be sure to check…
(First published in the Roses-Canada Quarterly Journal) The farmers’ market might seem a slightly off-key place to sell roses. There among the hand-crafted soaps and blackberry honey, the beaded jewellery and ancient grains bread, I know I seemed a little out of place. Don’t get me wrong. You’d sometimes find a vendor who offered a…
