2012 may e-magazine

Knock Out®Your guide to Knock Out® care and inspiration!

KNOCKO U T

family of roses

® MAY 2012 | A garden that stands out starts with a Knock Out® | www.theknockoutrose.com |

RosesThe next big thing for small gardens

6 Easy Steps for Planting Success!

Mother’s Dayin the garden

Spotlight On�e Sunny

Knock Out® Rose

| MAY 2012 |

IN THIS ISSUE

Blooms from Spring until Frost. Easy to Grow. Low Maintenance.

Great Disease Resistance.

Welcome! We’ve put together this May issue of our e-magazine

in order to bring you the most up-to-date, comprehensive and

easy-to-understand information about The Knock Out®Family of

Roses. With spring well under way we have packed this issue with

information that will help you this gardening season.

Taking care of your Knock Out® Roses is easy

and we are here to help you succeed.

We hope you enjoy this issue!

Visit our website, www.theknockoutrose.com for more photos and information.

A garden that stands out starts with a Knock Out®

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Dri�® Groundcover Roses

6 Easy Steps To Planting Success

Spotlight: Sunny Knock Out®

Rose Pests

Spend �is Mother’s Day In �e Garden

Visit us online atwww.theknockoutrose.com

�e Conard-Pyle Co./Star® Roses is proud to have introduced all seven members of �e Knock Out® Family of Roses.

Rose Breeder, Bill Radler, has revolutionized the way we think of roses. With the creation of �e Knock Out® Rose, many say that

he single-handedly brought rose genetics from the 20th Century into the 21st Century. �e Knock Out® Rose, Radler’s �rst

commercial success and a 2000 AARS winner, has broken all records for sales of a new rose. Today �e Knock Out® Rose is the

most widely sold rose in North America.

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses are easy to grow and do not require

special care. �ey are the most disease resistant rose on the market.

�ey have stunning �ower power with a generous bloom cycle (about

every 5-6 weeks) that will continue until the �rst hard frost. All of the

Knock Out® Roses are self-cleaning so there is no need to deadhead.

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses are winter hardy to USDA Zone 5 and

heat tolerant throughout the entire U.S. �ey thrive in almost every

area of the country. In the coldest

regions, they will need winter

protection.

�e Knock Out® Family of

Roses can �t into any

landscape. Plant them

individually among

shrubs, annuals and perennials in

mixed beds and borders. Plant

them in large groups to create

a colorful hedge. Plant them along a

foundation to provide a bright border.

Full Sun

Blooms Spring-Frost

Zones 5-11Z

�e Pink Knock Out® Rose‘Radcon’ PP#15070

�e Double Knock Out® Rose‘Radtko’ PP#16202

�e Rainbow Knock Out® Rose‘Radcor’ PP#17346

�e Sunny Knock Out® Rose‘Radsunny’ PP#18562

�e Blushing Knock Out® Rose‘Radyod’ PP#14700

�e Pink Double Knock Out® Rose‘Radtkopink’ PP#18507

�e Knock Out® Rose‘Radrazz’ PP#11836

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses can be purchased at garden retailers throughout the country. Click here to �nd a retailer near you.

email print �nd click/website?

Blooms from Spring until Frost. Easy to Grow. Low Maintenance. Great Disease Resistance.

On the front cover: Peach Dri�®

| MAY 2012 |

IN THIS ISSUE

Blooms from Spring until Frost. Easy to Grow. Low Maintenance.

Great Disease Resistance.

Welcome! We’ve put together this May issue of our e-magazine

in order to bring you the most up-to-date, comprehensive and

easy-to-understand information about The Knock Out®Family of

Roses. With spring well under way we have packed this issue with

information that will help you this gardening season.

Taking care of your Knock Out® Roses is easy

and we are here to help you succeed.

We hope you enjoy this issue!

Visit our website, www.theknockoutrose.com for more photos and information.

A garden that stands out starts with a Knock Out®

Dri�® Groundcover Roses

6 Easy Steps To Planting Success

Spotlight: Sunny Knock Out®

Rose Pests

Spend �is Mother’s Day In �e Garden

Visit us online atwww.theknockoutrose.com

�e Conard-Pyle Co./Star® Roses is proud to have introduced all seven members of �e Knock Out® Family of Roses.

Rose Breeder, Bill Radler, has revolutionized the way we think of roses. With the creation of �e Knock Out® Rose, many say that

he single-handedly brought rose genetics from the 20th Century into the 21st Century. �e Knock Out® Rose, Radler’s �rst

commercial success and a 2000 AARS winner, has broken all records for sales of a new rose. Today �e Knock Out® Rose is the

most widely sold rose in North America.

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses are easy to grow and do not require

special care. �ey are the most disease resistant rose on the market.

�ey have stunning �ower power with a generous bloom cycle (about

every 5-6 weeks) that will continue until the �rst hard frost. All of the

Knock Out® Roses are self-cleaning so there is no need to deadhead.

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses are winter hardy to USDA Zone 5 and

heat tolerant throughout the entire U.S. �ey thrive in almost every

area of the country. In the coldest

regions, they will need winter

protection.

�e Knock Out® Family of

Roses can �t into any

landscape. Plant them

individually among

shrubs, annuals and perennials in

mixed beds and borders. Plant

them in large groups to create

a colorful hedge. Plant them along a

foundation to provide a bright border.

Full Sun

Blooms Spring-Frost

Zones 5-11Z

�e Pink Knock Out® Rose‘Radcon’ PP#15070

�e Double Knock Out® Rose‘Radtko’ PP#16202

�e Rainbow Knock Out® Rose‘Radcor’ PP#17346

�e Sunny Knock Out® Rose‘Radsunny’ PP#18562

�e Blushing Knock Out® Rose‘Radyod’ PP#14700

�e Pink Double Knock Out® Rose‘Radtkopink’ PP#18507

�e Knock Out® Rose‘Radrazz’ PP#11836

Blooms from Spring until Frost. Easy to Grow. Low Maintenance. Great Disease Resistance.

On the front cover: Peach Dri�®

Drift® Roses, introduced by the same company who brought

you The Knock Out® Family of Roses, are repeat-bloomers

that are tough, disease resistant, winter hardy and virtually

maintenance-free. Drift® Roses are a cross between full-size

groundcover roses and miniature roses. From the former they

kept toughness, disease resistance and winter hardiness. From

the miniatures, they inherited their well-managed size and

repeat-blooming nature.

Continuously blooming from spring to frost (bloom cycle about

every 5-6 weeks), they are naturally dwarf, with very attractive

foliage. They are winter hardy to zone 4.

Drift® Roses range in size from 2-3’ wide x 1 1/2’ tall. The low,

manageable habit of Drift® Roses makes them perfect for small

gardens, hillsides, perennial beds and even awkward areas.

They brighten up borders and fill in empty spaces around your

favorite established plants.

Be sure to look for Drift® Roses at independent garden centers

and big box stores this spring. They will make a beautiful (and

easy!) addition to your garden.

Visit www.driftroses.com for more information.

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Apricot Dri�®‘Meimirrote’ PPAF

Coral Dri�®‘Meidrifora’ PP#19148

Peach Dri�®‘Meiggili’ PP#18542

Pink Dri�®‘Meijocos’ PP#18874

Red Dri�®‘Meigalpio’ PP#17877

Knock Out®

Sweet Dri�®‘Meiswetdom’ PP#21612

Your guide to Knock Out® care and inspiration!

Peach Dri�®

Red Dri�®

Pink Dri�®

The next b ig t h i ng f o r sma l l gardens

GROUNDCOVER rOSES

then you’ll loveIf you like �e Knock Out® Family of Roses

Drift® Roses

Sweet Dri�®

Drift® Roses, introduced by the same company who brought

you The Knock Out® Family of Roses, are repeat-bloomers

that are tough, disease resistant, winter hardy and virtually

maintenance-free. Drift® Roses are a cross between full-size

groundcover roses and miniature roses. From the former they

kept toughness, disease resistance and winter hardiness. From

the miniatures, they inherited their well-managed size and

repeat-blooming nature.

Continuously blooming from spring to frost (bloom cycle about

every 5-6 weeks), they are naturally dwarf, with very attractive

foliage. They are winter hardy to zone 4.

Drift® Roses range in size from 2-3’ wide x 1 1/2’ tall. The low,

manageable habit of Drift® Roses makes them perfect for small

gardens, hillsides, perennial beds and even awkward areas.

They brighten up borders and fill in empty spaces around your

favorite established plants.

Be sure to look for Drift® Roses at independent garden centers

and big box stores this spring. They will make a beautiful (and

easy!) addition to your garden.

Visit www.driftroses.com for more information.

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Click to �nd a retailer near you!

Apricot Dri�®‘Meimirrote’ PPAF

Coral Dri�®‘Meidrifora’ PP#19148

Peach Dri�®‘Meiggili’ PP#18542

Pink Dri�®‘Meijocos’ PP#18874

Red Dri�®‘Meigalpio’ PP#17877

Knock Out®

Sweet Dri�®‘Meiswetdom’ PP#21612

Peach Dri�®

Red Dri�®

Pink Dri�®

The next b ig t h i ng f o r sma l l gardens

GROUNDCOVER rOSES

then you’ll loveIf you like �e Knock Out® Family of Roses

Drift® Roses

Sweet Dri�®

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Knock Out®

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H OW TO: PLANT A CONTAINER KNOCK OUT® ROSE

STEP 1 Decide Where to Plant

Your rose bush will need at least 6 hours

of sun each day, so choose a sunny spot.

STEP 2 Dig Hole

Dig a hole that is about twice as wide

and as deep as the container. Work the

soil at the bo�om of the hole with your

shovel so that it is loose and aerated.

STEP 5 Water

Water your Knock Out® Rose thoroughly

around the base of the plant allowing it

to soak in and repeating as necessary.

STEP 6 Check in

For the next couple of weeks, check in

and water plant as needed to ensure

it stays healthy. Mulch around plant to

help retain moisture and reduce weeds.

STEP 4 Fill in

Add soil back to the hole around the

plant. Break up the soil so that it is nice

and aerated. At this point you can add in

any soil amendments if you wish, such as

manure, peat moss, etc.

STEP 3 Plant

Remove the Knock Out® Rose from its

container. Use your hands to gently

loosen the roots at the bo�om of the

plant. Place plant in the hole ensuring

that the base of the plant is level with

the soil.

Fertilizing your Knock Out® Roses

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses will perform beautifully even with out fertilizing. If you choose to give them an additional boost, it is very important not to fertilize a Knock Out® Rose that was planted from a container until a�er the roses are established and go through one bloom cycle. Use a balanced fertilizer or fertilizer formulated for roses from your local garden center and apply a�er the �rst wave of

�owering (be sure to follow the speci�ed rates and method of application provided on the product label). Make sure the soil is moist before you fertilize to avoid burning the roots. Do not fertilize late in the summer as this is the time the rose should be preparing themselves for dormancy and you do not want to create additional unnecessary new growth that will likely die back from the �rst hard frost.

Available at select Home Depot stores.

Knock Out®

| MAY 2012 | | 6 |

H OW TO: PLANT A CONTAINER KNOCK OUT® ROSE

STEP 1 Decide Where to Plant

Your rose bush will need at least 6 hours

of sun each day, so choose a sunny spot.

STEP 2 Dig Hole

Dig a hole that is about twice as wide

and as deep as the container. Work the

soil at the bo�om of the hole with your

shovel so that it is loose and aerated.

STEP 5 Water

Water your Knock Out® Rose thoroughly

around the base of the plant allowing it

to soak in and repeating as necessary.

STEP 6 Check in

For the next couple of weeks, check in

and water plant as needed to ensure

it stays healthy. Mulch around plant to

help retain moisture and reduce weeds.

STEP 4 Fill in

Add soil back to the hole around the

plant. Break up the soil so that it is nice

and aerated. At this point you can add in

any soil amendments if you wish, such as

manure, peat moss, etc.

STEP 3 Plant

Remove the Knock Out® Rose from its

container. Use your hands to gently

loosen the roots at the bo�om of the

plant. Place plant in the hole ensuring

that the base of the plant is level with

the soil.

Fertilizing your Knock Out® Roses

�e Knock Out® Family of Roses will perform beautifully even with out fertilizing. If you choose to give them an additional boost, it is very important not to fertilize a Knock Out® Rose that was planted from a container until a�er the roses are established and go through one bloom cycle. Use a balanced fertilizer or fertilizer formulated for roses from your local garden center and apply a�er the �rst wave of

�owering (be sure to follow the speci�ed rates and method of application provided on the product label). Make sure the soil is moist before you fertilize to avoid burning the roots. Do not fertilize late in the summer as this is the time the rose should be preparing themselves for dormancy and you do not want to create additional unnecessary new growth that will likely die back from the �rst hard frost.

Available at select Home Depot stores.

| MAY 2012 | | 8 |

M OTH ER’S DAY: GI V E YO U R M O M TH E GI FT O F CO NTI N UO US BLO O MS

Let’s face it, our Mom’s are probably tired of receiving

perfume sets and brightly colored mugs that read “#1

Mom”. Why not get her something di�erent this year?

Something that she can enjoy for years to come. Any

member of �e Knock Out® Family of Roses would make

a great gi� for Mom. Even if she is not a gardener, these

low maintenance, disease-resistant, repeat-bloomers

will be a welcome addition to her landscape. And, the

bright, cheery �owers that bloom throughout the year

will always remind her of you.

Look for th e green pot!�e Knock Out® Family of Roses can be purchased at garden retailers throughout the country.

Click here to �nd a retailer near you.

| MAY 2012 | | 8 |

M OTH ER’S DAY: GI V E YO U R M O M TH E GI FT O F CO NTI N UO US BLO O MS

Let’s face it, our Mom’s are probably tired of receiving

perfume sets and brightly colored mugs that read “#1

Mom”. Why not get her something di�erent this year?

Something that she can enjoy for years to come. Any

member of �e Knock Out® Family of Roses would make

a great gi� for Mom. Even if she is not a gardener, these

low maintenance, disease-resistant, repeat-bloomers

will be a welcome addition to her landscape. And, the

bright, cheery �owers that bloom throughout the year

will always remind her of you.

Look for th e green pot!�e Knock Out® Family of Roses can be purchased at garden retailers throughout the country.

Click here to �nd a retailer near you.

Did you know the Sunny Knock Out® Rose is the only fragrant member of The Knock Out® Family of Roses. It has a slightly more compact and upright habit than The Knock Out® Rose with bright yellow flowers that fade quickly to a pastel cream color. The yellow color stays more intense during cooler times of the year. The dark, semi-glossy foliage contrasts nicely with the bright blooms. The sweetbriar fragrance will captivate your senses as it swirls through the breeze on a balmy summer day.

| MAY 2012 | | 10 |

SP OTLI GHT O N : SU N NY KN O CK O UT ®

The Sunny

Try this!Try planting �e Sunny Knock Out® Rose with

Coreopsis ‘Zagreb’. �e bright lemon blooms

of ‘Zagreb’ pair well with the so�er, creamy

yellow blooms of Sunny Knock Out®.

‘Radsunny’PP#18562

Knock Out® Rose

Full Sun

Blooms Spring-Frost

Zones 5-11Z

Did you know the Sunny Knock Out® Rose is the only fragrant member of The Knock Out® Family of Roses. It has a slightly more compact and upright habit than The Knock Out® Rose with bright yellow flowers that fade quickly to a pastel cream color. The yellow color stays more intense during cooler times of the year. The dark, semi-glossy foliage contrasts nicely with the bright blooms. The sweetbriar fragrance will captivate your senses as it swirls through the breeze on a balmy summer day.

| MAY 2012 | | 10 |

SP OTLI GHT O N : SU N NY KN O CK O UT ®

The Sunny

Try this!Try planting �e Sunny Knock Out® Rose with

Coreopsis ‘Zagreb’. �e bright lemon blooms

of ‘Zagreb’ pair well with the so�er, creamy

yellow blooms of Sunny Knock Out®.

‘Radsunny’PP#18562

Knock Out® Rose

Full Sun

Blooms Spring-Frost

Zones 5-11Z

| MAY 2012 | | 12 || 11 | | www.theknockoutrose.com |

Have Dri�® Roses helped you put the �nishing touch on your garden? Are Knock Out® Roses at center stage in your garden design? If so, we’d love to see them.

Submit a photo and a brief description of how you used Knock Out® and/or Dri�® Roses to create your dream garden. We’ll post your entries and let our Facebook fans choose the winners. �e top vote-ge�er in each category will each receive $250!

Deadline is June 4, so don’t delay!

What to do about those critters that just love to much on your roses.

INSECTS & ROSESWatch this video to learn more about other insects that may like to make themselves at home on your Knock Out® Roses

DEER BROWSINGWatch this video to learn more about what to do if deer snack on your Knock Out® Roses.

Designing with Drift® & Knock Out® Roses C ontest

Click here to “like” us on Facebook and enter the contest!

Although Knock Out® Roses are disease resistant, like most other plants, they are

not immune to pests. Some critters may decide to snack on your Knock Out® Roses, but it ’s important to remember that they will not be harmful to the overall health of your plant.

The leaf damage in the above photo is from a critter called the rose slug (also known as sawfly larvae). Rose slugs live on the underside of the foliage and will chew the leaves of the plant, leaving trails where they’ve munched through. Although your rose’s foliage will look scary, it won’t be detrimental to the overall health of your Knock Out® Roses. If you find that rose slugs

have made a home on your Knock Out®Rose, you may want to try to pick them off with your hands, or simply try spraying the foliage with a sharp stream of water to knock them off.

Another critter that might find your plants irresistible is the deer. When deer are hungry, they will munch on just about anything and your Knock Out® Roses are not exempt from their list of tasty plants. If you do find deer feasting on your roses, don’t worry because this also will not be detrimental to the overall health of your plant. You should see some new blooms in a few weeks. If the deer really become a problem, you may want to try a product like “Liquid Fence.”

Click here to visit our FAQ page to learn more.

| MAY 2012 | | 12 || 11 | | www.theknockoutrose.com |

Have Dri�® Roses helped you put the �nishing touch on your garden? Are Knock Out® Roses at center stage in your garden design? If so, we’d love to see them.

Submit a photo and a brief description of how you used Knock Out® and/or Dri�® Roses to create your dream garden. We’ll post your entries and let our Facebook fans choose the winners. �e top vote-ge�er in each category will each receive $250!

Deadline is June 4, so don’t delay!

What to do about those critters that just love to much on your roses.

INSECTS & ROSESWatch this video to learn more about other insects that may like to make themselves at home on your Knock Out® Roses

DEER BROWSINGWatch this video to learn more about what to do if deer snack on your Knock Out® Roses.

Designing with Drift® & Knock Out® Roses C ontest

Click here to “like” us on Facebook and enter the contest!

Although Knock Out® Roses are disease resistant, like most other plants, they are

not immune to pests. Some critters may decide to snack on your Knock Out® Roses, but it ’s important to remember that they will not be harmful to the overall health of your plant.

The leaf damage in the above photo is from a critter called the rose slug (also known as sawfly larvae). Rose slugs live on the underside of the foliage and will chew the leaves of the plant, leaving trails where they’ve munched through. Although your rose’s foliage will look scary, it won’t be detrimental to the overall health of your Knock Out® Roses. If you find that rose slugs

have made a home on your Knock Out®Rose, you may want to try to pick them off with your hands, or simply try spraying the foliage with a sharp stream of water to knock them off.

Another critter that might find your plants irresistible is the deer. When deer are hungry, they will munch on just about anything and your Knock Out® Roses are not exempt from their list of tasty plants. If you do find deer feasting on your roses, don’t worry because this also will not be detrimental to the overall health of your plant. You should see some new blooms in a few weeks. If the deer really become a problem, you may want to try a product like “Liquid Fence.”

Click here to visit our FAQ page to learn more.

MAY 2012 | A garden that stands out starts with a Knock Out® | www.theknockoutrose.com the

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