Sprouting Rose

Rose-SproutingI love roses–but not in my yard. They are beautiful, but they are high maintenance. A couple months ago, I pulled out several miniature roses in the courtyard. They dropped their little miniature rose petals all over and made a mess. But I just noticed this little rose sprouting from a root underneath. I’m going to let him grow since he’s so determined.

Mimi and Papa’s Rose

Papa-RoseI took this rose bush from my grandparents’ house when they moved. It’s one of my favorite rose bushes that I plan to keep forever.

Rambling Rose

RosesCloseUpThis rambling rose is beautiful when it’s in bloom. It’s a pain the rest of the year. I always have to tie back the branches and keep it from going into my neighbor’s yard. I’m either going to pull it out or get a tripod and try having it grow up that.