Last Week of Shipping Roses

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:39:51 -0400

We have reached the end of our shipping season and Tuesday, April 17, 2012 is the last date we can take orders. If you would like to have roses shipped to you, please call our office at 800-643-0315 to place your order. Thank you!

Herbs, Perennials, & Annuals NOW in DURHAM

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:55:15 -0400

Time to start your companion garden!

The Durham Garden Shop now has a great selection of herbs, perennials, and annuals to choose from.
What better way to enhance your rose garden than with some locally grown plants.
See a Garden Shop Associate for help selecting plants for your garden.

Garden Shop Hours

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:58:27 -0400

Looking to visit one of garden shops? We have 2 great shops to serve you!

For those in the Charlotte Area:
4401 Shopton Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
Tuesday - Saturday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm

For those in the Durham Area:
3312 Watkins Road
Durham, NC 27707
Monday - Saturday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Potted Roses Available April 6!

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:05:49 -0400

Join us for a 2-Day Event!

Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7

Doors open for the Triangle's Best Selection of Premium Potted Rose Bushes

Saturday, April 7 at 10:00 am

FREE Class, "How To Plant a Premium Rose Garden"

Need help selecting roses?

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:40:33 -0500

Free Class, Dec 17

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:11:23 -0500

"Tuck Your Roses in For Winter"

December 17, 2011

10:00 am

Join us for a demonstration on preparing your roses for the winter weather. Learn the proper way to cut your roses back and other tips to ensure you have a wonderful season next year!

Charlotte and Durham Locations

Please dress for the weather.

Cyber Monday Sale!

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:13:37 -0500

Cyber Monday at Witherspoon Rose Culture!!

Visit our online store Monday, November 28th to take part in Cyber Monday!

For any purchase of $75.00 or MORE you get $25.00 OFF!

Enter coupon code: cybersanta at you checkout!

Visit the store now!

Christmas Trees are In!

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:18:24 -0500

Come on in to our Durham Garden Shop and pick out a fresh Fraser Fir Christmas Tree from the North Carolina mountains.

Tree sizes range from 4 feet up to 13 feet!!

You are sure to find the perfect tree!!

We also have a great selection of Wreaths and Roping.

Local delivery available, ask a sales representative if you qualify!

15% Off Pruners for November

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:05:17 -0400

Come by one of our Garden Shops to pick up your new pair of Pruners, just in time to prune your roses! Nothing makes to pruning job easier than a nice pair of Felco Pruners.

Don't forget about our class on November 5 on how to "Tuck Your Roses in for Winter".

Special Thanks to Julia Saurbaugh

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:16:59 -0400

Witherspoon Rose Culture would like to offer our thanks to Julia Saurbaugh for her wonderful picture of the rose, Margaret Merril. This picture can be found on our website and in our 2012 Rose Catalog. This picture is truly beautiful!

Julia Saurbaugh has many more great pictures to share that can be found on her blog. In addition to her Margaret Merril award winning photograph, Ms. Saurbaugh has many other award winning photographs on her blog for your enjoyment. Visit her blog to learn more about her photographs and her passion.

At Witherspoon, we truly appreciate Julia's contribution to our 2012 Rose Catalog and her contributions to the rose community.

Witherspoon comes to Patterson Glen Townhomes

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:46:55 -0400

The Patterson Glen Townhomes in Durham, NC will be hosting a series of presentations led by David Pike from Witherspoon. This 3-part series, called "All About Roses", will cover a variety of rose topics from rose bed preparation to selecting roses to pruning and deadheading. The first presentation will be held on October 29th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm. The following two presentations will take place on January 28th and April 21st. For questions and directions please contact Randi at 919-636-2953 or randi@pattersonglen.com. Seating is limited to reserve your spot today!

FREE Class- November 5

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:34:03 -0400

Join us Saturday, November 5, 2011

10:00 am for a free class

"Fall Prep for Spring Blooms"

Learn how to prepare your garden in the fall and plant in the spring.

This class will be held in both Durham and Charlotte locations.

October Sale!

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:50:34 -0400

15% Off all Floral Products

50% Off Select Vases

$15.00 Potted Roses

$30.00 Potted Tree Roses

Stop in to one of our Garden Shops today!!

New 2012 Catalog Now Available!

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 02:54:24 -0400

The 2012 Witherspoon Rose catalog is now available! Featured on the cover this year is the 2012 All-American Rose Winner Sunshine Daydream. We are excited about some of the new arrivals that join Sunshine Daydream like Ketchup & Mustard, Sugar Moon, Moje Hammarberg, and Koko Loko. In addition, we are thrilled to see some varieties back in our catalog like the great Garden Party, also The Fairy and Princesse de Monaco join the ranks of great varieties that were brought back by high demand.

Call today, 1-800-643-0315 to have a free catalog mailed to you or submit your request now!

Just can't wait to receive your catalog? Flip through the actual pages of our virtual catalog now!

Witherspoon Rose Culture's Virtual Catalog

Harvesting Rose Blooms

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:00:31 -0400

Fall is a wonderful season for healthy roses. You can enjoy the best blooms of the year during the month of October. Here are a few tips on cutting roses and preparing them for arrangements.

Early morning is the best time of day to harvest roses.

At the time of cutting roses, it is important to take a container of water to the garden. A floral preservative may be used in the water to increase the vase life.

Ensure healthy, continuous growth by following the "5 leaflet" rule of thumb. Look down the stem, locate the second, third or fourth leaf that has five (5) leaflets and cut just above this growth. In the fall when the stems have grown longer, it isnecessary to cut just above the third or fourth "5 leaflet", to keep the height down to a reasonable range.

Cut at a 45 degree angle and submerge the end of the stem quickly into water.

After blooms have been harvested, stripping thorns and leaves from the lower section of stems will help keep water clean and free from bacteria, promoting longer vase life.

Residue on leaves can be removed by wiping the leaves of the cut rose with a nylon stocking.

After 4 days, it is advisable to replace vase water with fresh water, with or without floral preservative.

Refrigeration is a great way to postpone opening of cut blooms for a few days. If kept in refrigeration for more than 5 days, they will open more quickly upon removal.

If you enjoyed your roses this year, make plans now for new rose beds or additions. Autumn is the perfect time to prepare soil for winter or spring plantings.

When in doubt, consult with a rose care professional. Witherspoon Rose Culture is an excellent local resource for rose products suitable for harvesting roses and always welcomes questions.

Rose Care for the Fall

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:12:25 -0400

September Sales!

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:05:05 -0400

For the month of September our great line of ceramic pottery is 15% OFF!!

Roses are $15.00

Tree Roses are $30.00

Come in today to find pottery that will add color and style to your garden!!

Can I plant roses in containers?

Can I Plant a Rose in a Container?

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:54:52 -0400

YES!

There are a few things to keep in mind to grow roses successfully.

1. Choose the right pot.

Roses need room to grow so choose a pot that is larger than the nursery pot they come in at the garden center. Pots are measured by inside diameter and depth or height so take a tape measure with you or ask the sales associate to help you with the dimensions. There are a variety of finishes and colors to choose from such as Terra Cotta Clay, Glazed Ceramic, Fiberglass and Polyethylene. Have fun and find something that will complement your garden or patio. Recommended sizes are listed below.

2. Potting soil is important.

There are a lot of different potting soils and the choices can be confusing. Don't try to save money by purchasing a poor quality soil; your roses will be growing in the pot for a long time so this is an investment that will pay off. Bags of compost or composted cow manure alone are too heavy and do not drain well enough in containers. Choose a soil that is light and preferably contains a wetting agent or moisture saving crystals. You can amend your potting soil by adding some composted cow manure; we recommend a ratio of 3 parts potting soil to 1 part composted cow manure.

3. Should I add a layer of rocks to the bottom of the container?

Adding rocks decreases the growing space for your rose and isn't necessary for good drainage. Cover the drainage holes with a small piece of screen, a coffee filter or a broken piece of pottery to help prevent soil from washing out. At this point you are ready to start filling the pot and planting your rose in its new home.

4. It is time to plant.

Fill the pot about halfway or more (depending on the depth of the container) with potting mix. Set the rose in its nursery pot on the soil to check the depth, add more mix if it is sitting too low. Be sure to plant the rose at least a couple of inches deeper than the rim of the container. Remove the rose from the nursery pot either by pulling gently or cutting the pot away from the root ball. Set it on the soil in the center of the container. Fill in around the roots with the remaining potting mix keeping the graft above the soil line. Water to settle the soil, adding more potting mix if needed.

5. The finishing touches make a difference.

To finish it off add a 1-2" layer of mulch, not only does this look good but it will help keep the soil from drying as quickly and diffuses water from the hose or watering can over the surface of the pot.

6. Fertilizing

Some potting soils have a starter fertilizer but roses are heavy feeders so you will need to add fertilizer. Time release fertilizers may be added for all season feeding or low numbered fertilizers like Rose Tone (4-3-2) may be applied about every 8 weeks up to the middle of August. Use half the recommended amount. Water soluble fertilizers also work, reapply every 2 weeks.

7. Watering

The larger the pot the more slowly it will dry out, but containers do dry out more quickly than a garden bed. Water at least twice a week or more if it is hot and dry (no rain), and make sure the water drains to the bottom of the pot.

8. Winterizing

In the Southeast, or zones 7 and higher, cover the graft or center of the rose with 6-8 inches of mulch. Ground contact causes more freeze/thaw damage so try to place the container on concrete, patios or stepping stones and avoid areas with cold, drying winter winds. Colder zones can add mulch and protect by covering with burlap or specially designed wraps for shrubbery.

Minimum Recommended Container Sizes:

Miniature Roses 14-16" diameter, 14-16" depth

Hybrid Tea, Grandiflora or Floribunda 20-25" diameter, 18-20" depth

Shrubs or Knock Outs 20-25" diameter, 18-20" depth

Climbers 20-25" diameter, 18-20" depth

Trees 20-25" diameter, 18-20" depth

ALL ROSES $15.00

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 10:09:57 -0400

Stop by one of our Garden Shop locations and pick up roses today!!

ALL ROSES $15.00

ALL TREE ROSES $30.00

What a great time to add to your rose garden than now!

Plant now for a great fall blooms!!

August Sales!!

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:58:21 -0400

Sales for the month of August are....

$15.00 ALL Knock Out Roses

$30.00 ALL Tree Roses

15% OFF ALL Trellises

50% OFF Perennials, Annuals, and Herbs

Stop by your nearest Witherspoon Garden Shop to see our great selection!

Recent News

Last Week of Shipping Roses

We have reached the end of our shipping season and Tuesday, April 17, 2012 is the last date we can take orders. If you would like to have roses shipped to you, please call our office at 800-643-0315 to place your order. Thank you!

Herbs, Perennials, & Annuals NOW in DURHAM

Time to start your companion garden! The Durham Garden Shop now has a great selection of herbs, perennials, and annuals to choose from.What better way to enhance your rose garden than with some locally grown plants. See a Garden Shop Associate for help selecting plants for your garden.

Garden Shop Hours

Looking to visit one of garden shops? We have 2 great shops to serve you! For those in the Charlotte Area:4401 Shopton RoadCharlotte, NC 28217 Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm For those in the Durham Area:3312 Watkins RoadDurham, NC 27707 Monday - Saturday9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Potted Roses Available April 6!

Need help selecting roses?

Free Class, Dec 17

Cyber Monday Sale!

Cyber Monday at Witherspoon Rose Culture!!

Christmas Trees are In!

Come on in to our Durham Garden Shop and pick out a fresh Fraser Fir Christmas Tree from the North Carolina mountains.

Tree sizes range from 4 feet up to 13 feet!!

You are sure to find the perfect tree!!

We also have a great selection of Wreaths and Roping.

15% Off Pruners for November

Special Thanks to Julia Saurbaugh

Witherspoon comes to Patterson Glen Townhomes

FREE Class- November 5

Join us Saturday, November 5, 2011

10:00 am for a free class

"Fall Prep for Spring Blooms"

Learn how to prepare your garden in the fall and plant in the spring.

This class will be held in both Durham and Charlotte locations.

October Sale!

15% Off all Floral Products

50% Off Select Vases

$15.00 Potted Roses

$30.00 Potted Tree Roses

New 2012 Catalog Now Available!

Harvesting Rose Blooms

Rose Care for the Fall

September Sales!

For the month of September our great line of ceramic pottery is 15% OFF!!

Roses are $15.00

Tree Roses are $30.00

Can I Plant a Rose in a Container?

YES!

ALL ROSES $15.00

ALL ROSES $15.00

ALL TREE ROSES $30.00

August Sales!!

$15.00 ALL Knock Out Roses

$30.00 ALL Tree Roses

15% OFF ALL Trellises

50% OFF Perennials, Annuals, and Herbs

Time to start your companion garden!

The Durham Garden Shop now has a great selection of herbs, perennials, and annuals to choose from.
What better way to enhance your rose garden than with some locally grown plants.
See a Garden Shop Associate for help selecting plants for your garden.

Looking to visit one of garden shops? We have 2 great shops to serve you!

For those in the Charlotte Area:
4401 Shopton Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
Tuesday - Saturday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm

For those in the Durham Area:
3312 Watkins Road
Durham, NC 27707
Monday - Saturday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm