Thanks all, you confirmed my thoughts. Since last year, a tree that I
planted has thrived and is now casting too much shade on the rose bush, I
think I will have to move the rose. Just as well wait until next Spring to
move the rose now, as I don't think it will bloom again.




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On 17 Jul, 16:12, "Fido" wrote:
I have one young rose bush (of many) that is perfectly healthy (no weevil
holes in buds, leaves dark green and healthy). However, the big fat buds
are
not opening -- gorgeous blooms last year! I have picked one and carefully
opened the petals, all healthy. I have picked one and placed it in water,
and still it does not open. What could be causing this?

I've have the same problem with our passifloras - so so so so slow
opening this year, and many still don't. From where I'm standing I
blame the lack of sun. What about you? Are you getting lots of rain
too?