The Modern Southern Garden
The Profile
Knockout Roses
Roses are one of the most beloved flowering plants grown in the South & in many ways, Knockout Roses are much like an old friend as you can count on them time & time again. They are one of the most readily available of all rose varieties providing beautiful blooms from the spring through the fall. If cared for properly by fertilizing, watering & trimming them, these beautiful roses will not disappoint. Although these factors are a must in order for the deciduous shrubs to thrive, the time investment is rather minimal for what you receive in return. A quick feeding in early spring before growth will get them off to a good start. One of their most prized features are the continuous blooms throughout the growing season coupled with lush greenery compared to many other varieties. Knockout Roses are quite versatile as they can be kept trimmed low in the garden or left to grow as they please into beautiful hedges. Learn how to use these reliable flowers when entertaining.
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How To Navigate Knockout Roses
Beautiful flower arrangements should change with the seasons so begin by choosing items currently in bloom. Savvy southerners know to have distinctive garden varieties planted around their outdoor space that can be used for a number of occasions. Creating arrangements from these flower picks are designed to be effortless & fast to prepare since entertaining involves many fine details as the event draws closer. Knockout Roses offer an effortless, sophisticated look. Several blooms are all that is necessary to make an elegant impact & elevate casual outdoor spaces when entertaining.
The Technique
Once you are familiar with several blooming plant & shrub varieties, making your own flower arrangements can be fun & fulfilling. If you don’t have these garden staples growing in your green space, pick them up from local nurseries & plant them either in pots or in your yard as they can be used in a number of lovely ways.
No. 1
The Profile
Sunny Knockout Rose
Sunny Knockout Rose is a low maintenance variety featuring sweetly scented fragrance with pale yellow blooms that turn creamy in color over time. Although they are bushy plants, the stems tend to grow upright & offer loads of buds on each one. The vibrant semi-glossy greenery accents them well in flower arrangements as just a little makes a nice impact by highlighting petals without flaw. They make a lovely statement in the garden when five to seven plants are grouped together. Keep them trimmed & enjoy as a sweep of blooms in the middle of a garden bed or use them as a back row planting & let them grow as they so please. Either way, the flowers can be used to spruce indoor & outdoor spaces particularly in the hot summer months with a showing every 5 to 6 weeks during growth.
No. 2
The Yard Arrangement
Rustic pottery makes beautiful containers for creating flower arrangements particularly when elevated, casual gatherings are in order. Use several medium & small pots that can be featured in the center of long tables or scattered throughout entertaining spaces for a cohesive look. Start a collection by picking up several from garden centers & choose a neutral palate in the same color family.
Create an arrangement ideal for barbecue socials by placing a small glass container in the bottom of each pot. Be certain it’s lower than the top of the pot then add a bit of water. Snip several Knockout Rose stems & begin filling the vessel with blooms. Nestle enough in them so the blooms pop over the lip of the pot to cover the interior. Tuck a little greenery throughout them to complete the look. Place the flowers on side tables & kitchen islands indoors then distribute them to outdoor spaces by placing on cocktail bars & dining tables for an inviting, lively feel.
The Tune
“Pennies From Heaven” Billie Holiday
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