MB> I know what you mean about roses. I used to have a nice bed of
 MB> about 10 roses but got tired of the constant battle with black
 MB> spot etc.  Do the miniature roses have less problems? I have
It DOES vary by variety.  Peace, which has a better name than the
rose itself deserves, is notoriously susceptible to Black Spot.
I suggest you find a local Rosarian, or a professional rose garden,
and ask about varieties that do well in your local area.  The wild
roses in my hedgerows never seem to have a problem with mildew or
black spot, no matter how damp it is.
 MB> thought about trying one in a container to see. I do love roses.
 MB> Well another reason I had to give up the rose bed it that it used
 MB> to be in a very sunny area, then my orange tree grew and shaded
 MB> it, which didn't help the diseases either.
Normally, especially here in Portland OR, Roses want full sun, but I
see your BBS is in Florida so that might be a little much there.
Perhaps along an east-facing wall, so they get morning sun to dry off
the dew as fast as possible and avoiding the hot afternoon sun.
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