Winter may seem like a quiet time for gardeners, but Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm sees it as an ideal season for plant propagation. Whether you’re growing plants for personal enjoyment or running a nursery business, this season offers months to prepare for spring. In this article, we’ll explore Jason’s three-part approach to winter…
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…
Black spot is a common and frustrating challenge for rose growers, but with the right strategies, it can be managed effectively. Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm, an experienced rose grower, offers valuable insights into identifying, preventing, and controlling this widespread fungal disease. While black spot cannot be entirely eliminated, a combination of proactive care,…
If you were to look up ‘Rose de Rescht’ in a book or on another website, you’d probably read that this rose was discovered and collected by a prominent rosarian near the Persian city Rasht (spelled differently in French, apparently, and now in Iran). A bit of history like this can fire the imagination, and…
When plant leaves start turning yellow, it’s a frustrating mystery for gardeners everywhere. Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm tackled this common question in a recent video, explaining that yellowing leaves can stem from a wide range of causes—sometimes even contradictory ones. Using roses as his example, he broke down the issue into actionable insights…
Deadheading is one of those gardening tasks that can feel tedious, especially if you have a lot of plants in bloom. But as Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm explains, it’s a simple yet impactful technique to tidy up your garden and encourage reblooming. Whether you’re learning how to deadhead roses, manage perennial blooms, or…