Rose of the Month ~ July
2004
Earthquake
It is July after all, and what would July be without some
excitement? This little miniature rose shakes up the garden
with it's brilliant red and yellow striped blooms and bright
green foliage. Named when an earthquake rattled the town near
the Sequoia Nursery where it was being hybridized, Earthquake
was introduced in 1990. It is a plant that loves the heat
but holds it's colors better in some shade. It requires winter
protection but lovers of striped roses say it's all worth
it. It is also available as a climber. What is your experience
with Earthquake? Rate it in the poll below.
Rate July Rose
of the Month |
Poll Results for Earthquake
8% Love it, have at least one
25% Like it, have one or might get one
25% Could take it or leave it
33% Not a favorite but I'd keep it if it was
already there
8% Yuck, shovel prune it!
Poll Courtesy of
Sparklit.com
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