Rose gardening basics are all you need to get started as a rose gardener. Growing roses doesn't have to be a challenge.

Get advice on planting, growing, and caring for roses, including tips for pruning roses, choosing the right rose varieties, and planting your own rose garden.

Follow these essential rules to grow your own beautiful roses: Know your roots. You can purchase roses already potted in soil or as dormant bare-root plants. Don't overdo it. Find the right site.