May means time to fertilize roses with higher percentage of phosphate

Looking at past columns, I discovered that we haven't had normal seasonal weather for awhile now. This year, gardens are two to six weeks earlier than average for this time of year. Because of the warmer-than-normal temperatures, the ground has remained warm and encouraged plants to grow and mature faster. Most roses are at least in the second cycle of bloom. I have some that are near the end of their second cycle. In most cases they are peaking or fading. Maybe there will be an extra bloom cycle this year!

This month's column is still what to do in your garden to help bring your roses back in...