Monday, June 28, 2010

Roses, roses...

The new bed out in the backyard has left me with space for a bunch of new rose bushes. I just can't go past roses for some reason. My backyard features a red/purple/pink colour scheme so I've been deciding what to plant.
So far I've acquired the very pretty mauve Angel Face...


the David Austin rose, The Dark Lady...


the pretty Jane McGrath rose...


and the Brilliant Pink Iceberg...


I am planning to finish off the bed with some more David Austins. Decisions, decisions!

ps. regarding my orchids, I think the key is finding the right spot for them to live. I think I must have found that spot. Filtered light is best though I must say, mine are pretty well in shade throughout winter. I tend to neglect mine pretty well and occasionally I give them a soaking with some Yates Orchid fertiliser. I have to get Dad to come around and help me tidy them up. Oh the other thing, they've got to be in orchid mix which is very coarse and does not hold water, no potting mix allowed!

Images: 1st Photobucket, the rest, Treloar roses
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25 comments:

  1. brismodJune 28, 2010 at 8:18 AM

    Gorgeous roses Sarah!

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  2. KerryJune 28, 2010 at 9:12 AM

    I don't normally go for pink roses but these are beautiful, especially the Jane McGrath. Think I need to be replanting my orchids now!!

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  3. AmandaJune 28, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    It's funny, I haven't touched our orchid for about a year and don't think Paul's given it much attention either and I noticed a big flower bud has emerged :) As for roses, I love the Double Delight rose - a light white/pink with a deep pink/red edging and it has the most beautiful scent of any rose I know - perfect for cutting and bringing indoors. I love all your pretty rose choices too. Hope you have a great start to your week Sarah x

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  4. annechovieJune 28, 2010 at 9:58 AM

    Ah, Sarah! Sounds like your yard is goin to be gorgeous. Hope your week is terrific! xx

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  5. UnknownJune 28, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    Love the Jane McGrath roses, just beautiful. I need to give my two rose bushes a bit more TLC I think. I cant wait to see the Friday Flowers that will come from these new beauties :)
    Have a lovely day Sarah,
    Jxx

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  6. Anna WhiteJune 28, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    Sarah...what a beautiful mix of roses..so much gorgeous colour and fragrance to be surrounded by..only wish I had a garden to do the same..lovely x

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  7. Cornflakes and HoneyJune 28, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    I adore roses too. You seem to know your stuff with all their names!

    Hope you had a great weekend Sarah!
    xx

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  8. A Room For EveryoneJune 28, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    The Jane McGrath is gorgeous..You'll have to teach me how to be a green thumb one day..Rachaelxx

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  9. UnknownJune 28, 2010 at 12:45 PM

    The roses are beautiful Sarah. Your garden is going to look fabulous! xx

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  10. the old boathouseJune 28, 2010 at 12:52 PM

    Hi Sarah, they are so beautiful, do they all have a perfume? Cheers katherine

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  11. It's meJune 28, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    Beautiful roses Sarah.........happy sunny day.....hugs from me......

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  12. Amanda (Small Acorns)June 28, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    That Dark Lady is beautiful - all those petals. I love David Austin roses. You've prompted me to think about my own sad, poor, neglected excuse for a garden!

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  13. kaiteMJune 28, 2010 at 8:16 PM

    my favourite is the Dark Lady, but you know - you can't neglect roses, they need a lot of attention to get the best out of them...k.

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  14. TinaJune 28, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    Your garden sounds gorgeous Sarah! I love David Austin Roses and my fave is Heritage, of which I have a few in my front garden. I also love the Jane McGrath rose, such a beautiful shade of pink:) Thanks for the orchid tips too:) Hope you have a fabulous Tuesday ~ Tina x

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  15. AnonymousJune 28, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Sarah, your roses are just beautiful...I am inspired. Soon I hope to have a roses in my garden also xx

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  16. AnonymousJune 28, 2010 at 11:34 PM

    Beautiful roses! You have a very difficult decision ahead of you, I love the bright pinks that change as they age...
    I really miss having roses in the garden, but the house is on the market, so too late to plant and enjoy now... next house!
    :) Flick

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  17. agalandherdogJune 28, 2010 at 11:56 PM

    I'm jealous! My rose bush bloomed once and hasn't done a thing since.

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  18. Mariska MeijersJune 29, 2010 at 3:28 AM

    really yummie to look at!

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  19. CatherineJune 29, 2010 at 8:17 AM

    that pink iceberg is so pretty sarah, you will have some lovely posies for inside.

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  20. beachvintage.comJune 29, 2010 at 10:00 AM

    Stunning. Mine are getting there. QLD is not the best climate for roses.

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  21. D. Jean QuarlesJune 29, 2010 at 10:55 PM

    The dark lacy - Wow. Beautiful. Thanks for the info on orchids too.

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  22. UnknownJune 30, 2010 at 3:38 AM

    Hi Sarah! your garden has to be amazing!!!! I love the Dark Lady and the Jane McGrath roses!!!

    Hugs!
    Mara

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  23. JessJune 30, 2010 at 4:47 AM

    These are beautiful, I especially love the Jane McGrath roses.

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  24. UnknownJune 30, 2010 at 4:59 AM

    That 2nd rose is gorgeous!! It has that peony feel to it. Pretty pretty!

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  25. Kristopher KJuly 1, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    There are all beautiful roses, such lovely pinks ;)
    I'll be planting some white iceberg roses next weekend - can't wait till spring ;)

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