cherylle wrote:
:: I have been trying to grow roses in Brisbane for some time, but find
:: the humidity a problem, e.g., blackspot etc. Does anyone have any
:: suggestions re the best spray to use, etc. Also, when is the best
:: time to prune roses and should I prune standard roses?

July is the best time to prune, yes you can prune standard roses, just don't
prune past the graft. You are meant to go for a "vase" look but I just prune
heavily all over, sort of the brutal approach

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Tricia