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29 DEC 03 by
Anonymous-4829
I would love to grow cabbage roses but wonder if this type can cope with subtropical climates. Any tips on ground preparation for the novice gardener would be much appreciated
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Cabbage roses or Centifolias have many petals some 100 and the petals are very thin. In tropical ot high humidy climates, the petals become damp and stick to each other. This is known as balling and would happen a lot in a subtropical climate. These old roses do much better when they can have a rest and go dormant in freezing temperatures.
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Here in the Dallas area (over 100 and at least 90) we plant Duchess de Brabant , it is rated as a "Texas Superstar" and is very resistant to balling. the Antique Rose Emporium carries them, as well as Chamblees. They are unaffected by the heat, and very disease resistant.
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