DESKTOP 3239 - PYRACANTHA

Pyracantha (from Greek pyr "fire" and akanthos "thorn", hence firethorn) is a genus of large, thorny evergreen shrubs in the family Rosaceae, with common names firethorn or pyracantha. They are native to an area extending from Southwest Europe east to Southeast Asia. They resemble and are related to Cotoneaster, but have serrated leaf margins and numerous thorns (Cotoneaster is thornless). 

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DESKTOP 3207 - BUSY BEE

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DESKTOP 3149 - ROSES, ROSES

Although Autumn is obvious in Melbourne, there are still roses blooming in our gardens and the florist shops are fully stocked!

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DESKTOP 3024 - ORANGE ROSES

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DESKTOP 3017 - ROSES

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DESKTOP 2950 - ROSEHIPS

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DESKTOP 2891 - ROSE HIPS

Most of the roses are now dormant and rose hips abound. Now is the time to be cruel to be kind: Prune, prune, prune!

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DESKTOP 2799 - CRAB APPLES

Malus is a genus of about 30–55 species of small deciduous trees or shrubs in the family Rosaceae, including the domesticated orchard apple (M. domestica syn. M. pumila) – also known as the eating apple, cooking apple, or culinary apple. The other species are commonly known as crabapples, crab apples, crabtrees, or wild apples. The genus is native to the temperate zone of the Northern Hemisphere.

 

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DESKTOP 2737 - ROSE

This is the Ketchup And Mustard Floribunda Rose (Plant Patent #23289, Var: WEKzazette). A case of a classic condiment combo that works well on a rose too! The eye-catching combination of bright red with a mustard yellow reverse is sure to make everyone blink and take a second look. Velvety, double blooms hold their bold color right to the very end. The floriferous, rounded plants filled with extremely glossy green foliage bloom in flushes throughout the season and are perfect for tucking into landscapes and containers as accents or focal points. Flower Size: 7-10 cm. Fragrance: Mild. Hybridizer: Bedard, 2012.

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DESKTOP 2647 - ROSE

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DESKTOP 2633 - ROSE

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DESKTOP 2555 - PLUM BLOSSOM

Prunus cerasifera, or the purple leaf plum is a small deciduous tree commonly planted for its deep reddish-purple leaves and white/pale pink flowers that are among the first to appear in spring. Although it is short lived, it is fast growing and great for use as a specimen or shade tree.

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DESKTOP 2489 - FALLING FRAGMENTS

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DESKTOP 2436 - ROSE HIPS

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DESKTOP 2391 - VAL'S ROSES

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DESKTOP 2373 - SUMMER ROSES

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DEESKTOP 2309 - ROSA 'SLIM DUSTY'

Rosa 'Slim Dusty' is a Floribunda Rose released to commemorate the life of the Australian Icon and Country Music Legend, Slim Dusty. This rose was released in Australia by Landsdale Rose Gardens and part of the proceeds from the sale of this rose will go towards the development of the Slim Dusty Centre in Kempsey, NSW, Slim’s home town.

The Slim Dusty Rose is rich golden coppery orange – a colour reminiscent of the Australian outback. The flowers are carried on strong-stemmed clusters and produced in massive profusion throughout the flowering season. The bloom possess an old fashioned tea rose fragrance. The bush is very compact to a height of around one metre and a group planting or rose hedge would make a stunning, eye-catching border of the rose garden.

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DESKTOP 2153 - LOVE AS A ROSE

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DESKTOP 2034 - ROSES

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DESKTOP 2020 - VALENTINE

Happy Valentine's Day!

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