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How to grow roses

Whether you prefer a beautiful collection of container-grown bushes for beauty, a few tomato plants for your kitchen, or your very own herb garden, the balcony often provides the space and just about the right environment to succeed. (PHOTO: COURTESY)

There are few flowers as universally recognised and admired as the rose. The rose has a long heritage in art and literature; inspiring many musicians, poets and authors. Packed with symbolism, it evokes passion, beauty and romance.

To go with the buzz, gardening has become something of an obsession for rose enthusiasts. Many dedicate their gardens to roses exclusively and commit a lot of their time and money to what they confess is an addictive hobby.

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