Judy's Photoblog
Rose Bushes for David
Posted by Judy (Brooksville, Florida, United States) on 18 April 2008 in Plant & Nature and Portfolio.
Three rose bushes that sat in the sanctuary for David's memorial service, are now planted in our front yard at the base of the flagpole.
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Knock Out® Rose:
Not only is it the most blackspot-resistant Rose we've ever grown, but it also stands up to Japanese beetles and other pests, needs only half a day of sunshine, blooms over an exceptionally long period, and offers foliage and fruit interest as well as lovely blossoms.
Exceptionally hardy and disease-resistant, Knock Out® is also breathtakingly beautiful. The flowers begin early in Rose season and continue for many weeks, then rests for a bit, and repeats for the remainder of summer and well into fall! It has become so immensely popular since its introduction that new Knock Outs are arising each season
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Marion from Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Well it certainly is a "knockout". Such a pretty color and I love the collage that you have made here. Plus it will always be a beautiful reminder and tribute to David.
18 Apr 2008 6:07am
@Marion: Thank you, dear friend ... the tribute will only grow more meaningful as time passes. xo
Betty from New Jersey, United States
These roses are absolutely beautiful! Wonderful group of photos!
18 Apr 2008 9:44am
Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada
What a perfect and beautiful way to greet David every day...:)
18 Apr 2008 1:25pm
@Lorraine: Thank you, Lorraine ... that's exactly what we're thinking!!! xo
Observing from Chester, United Kingdom
Beautiful multi-shot picture. And the Rose is fantastic.
18 Apr 2008 2:34pm
@Observing: Thank you ........
tyan from Singapore, Singapore
Very lovely roses dear...I am glad to see that you are expressing your emotions through little things like that,gardening,photography and blogging.Do continue to share,praying for you that the Lord will carry you and family through these very tough time:)
18 Apr 2008 3:45pm
@tyan: As a mother, you know the concern of any harm coming to your children. I may be old enough to be your grandmother, that that very concern never leaves us. I pray you never have to know such grief.
However, with God's love, we WILL get through this 'valley'. ... Warm hugs, Judy
Viewfinder from Bradenton, United States
What a perfect way to celebrate David's life. And in your description of the summer blooming cycle of a "knock out rose" there is a metaphor for the resurrection.
18 Apr 2008 9:00pm
@Viewfinder: Thank you, VF ....... I like your analogy of the metaphor! Blessings, Judy & Mike
Barbara from Florida, United States
This is beautiful Judy, the collage of your photography and the vibrant roses are a remarkable tribute to David. They are sure to grow strong and flourish like the loving family that you have. I continue to have you in my prayers as I know this has been a difficult time. Blessings to you and your family.
19 Apr 2008 1:31am
@Barbara: Thank you, Barb ......... it's hard to believe his accident happened four weeks ago; it seems like last night.
Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan
A most beautiful collage of this lovely rose! Wish I had one,too!!!!! But...I assume they cannot be bred in a container only!
4 May 2008 8:25am
@Japanalia: THAT, I do not know. I suppose it could be if the container held enough soil for it. Who knows, in a container it might grow beautifully and perhaps not get overly bushy. Check it out in your area; it is called Knock Out.
