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Knock Out® Roses for Fall Color

Fall Planting Tips

The Knock Out®Family of Roses

Facebook Fan Photos

Knock Out® Roses In Containers

Knock Out®Table Scapes

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The Knock Out® Rose at The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. Photo by Rob Cardillo

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

Great Disease Resistance.

Welcome! We’ve put together this November 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. This fall issue is packed with loads of content geared to answer your

questions and give you inspiration. We’ve included information about fall planting, preparing

for winter, and even some new Knock Out® Rose inspiration from P. Allen Smith. In this issue

you might also find some of your very own photography on our Facebook Fan Photos page!

Taking care of your Knock Out®Roses is easy and we are here to help you succeed!

We hope you enjoy our fall 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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THE KNOCK OUT®FAMILY OF ROSES

The Pink Knock Out® Rose‘Radcon’ PP#15070

The Sunny Knock Out® Rose‘Radsunny’ PP#18562

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

The Rainbow Knock Out® Rose‘Radcor’ PP#17346

The Blushing Knock Out® Rose‘Radyod’ PP#14700

The Double Knock Out® Rose‘Radtko’ PP#16202


Bill Radler, Rose Breeder


The Knock Out® Rose‘Radrazz’ PP#11836

Full Sun Blooms Spring-Frost Zones 5-11

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

Rose Breeder, Bill Radler, has revolutionized the way we think of roses. With the creation of The Knock Out® Rose, many say that he single-handedly brought rose genetics from the 20th Century into the 21st Century. The Knock Out® Rose, Radler’s first commercial success and a 2000 AARS winner, has broken all records for sales of a new rose. Today The Knock Out® Rose is the most widely sold rose in North America.

The Knock Out® Family of Roses are easy to grow and do not require special care. They are the most disease resistant rose on the market. They have stunning flower power with a generous bloom cycle (about every 5-6 weeks) that will continue until the first hard frost. All of the Knock Out® Roses are self-cleaning so there is no need to deadhead.

The Knock Out® Family of Roses are winter hardy to USDA Zone 5 and heat tolerant throughout the entire U.S. They thrive in almost every area of the country. In the coldest regions, they will need winter protection.

The Knock Out® Family of Roses can fit 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.

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

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

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Knock Out® Roses for Fall Colorby P. Allen Smith

Most people associate roses with spring, but many of the repeat-blooming varieties are just as gor-

geous in autumn. For instance, The Knock Out® Fam-ily of Roses are superstars in the fall landscape at the Garden Home Retreat, and play a major role both in the borders along the east lawn and in the new rose garden.The Knock Out® Family of Roses are bred to bloom every five to six weeks from spring through the first hard frost, so putting on a beautiful fall show is natural for them. By taking a few steps I can time their peak bloom to coincide with other spectacular autumn favorites.

It usually takes three to four weeks for my Knock Out® Roses to go from freshly pruned to full bloom in my mid-south garden. It may take a more like five to six weeks where you garden. I count back from the time I want them to flower and cut them back about six inches. After the pruning I apply an organic fertilizer blended for roses and keep them watered. In a little

over a month they’ll be back in glorious bloom. If you live in a climate with an early frost be sure to give the new growth enough time to harden off before cold weather sets in.

Some of my favorite plants to pair with The Knock Out® Family of Roses in fall include Mexican sage, asters, or-namental grasses, caryopteris and coleus.

If you don’t have Knock Out® Roses in your garden, au-tumn is also an excellent time to plant. The cool, moist weather is perfect for getting established and they’ll be ready to go next spring. In terms of timing it is best to give any shrub planted in fall three to four weeks to get established before the first hard freeze.

For the best bloom production and plant health select a spot in the garden with full sun and well-drained soil. Dig a hole that is twice the size of the nursery container. Mix the garden soil

with compost and mound some in the bottom of the planting hole. Remove your Knock Out® Rose from its container and gently loosen the roots with your fingers. Place the rose in the planting hole with its soil level even with that of the flowerbed.

Back fill the planting hole with the soil and compost mix. Water in and add more soil if needed. Top with mulch, making sure to keep it away from the base.

“IF yOu DOn’T have KnOCK OuT® ROSeS In yOuR gaRDen, auTumn IS alSO an exCellenT TIme TO PlanT.”


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Fall is a great time for planting roses, trees, shrubs, grasses, and perennials. While the air

temperatures outside may be getting colder, the soil temperatures are still relatively warm, allowing plants to take hold before the winter. Knock Out® Roses are no exception to this rule. When planting in the fall, be sure to water new plantings in well and add a layer of mulch, just as you would do in spring or summer.

Knock Out® Roses can be planted along with many wonderful companion plants. They look great when planted in front of or alongside dark green evergreen shrubs such as inkberry hollies, box-woods or yews. Their bright fuchsia red, pink, or yellow blooms really stand out against the dark green foliage. They also look great when planted with purple or blue flowering perennials such as Perovskia, Catmint, or Lavender The Knock Out® Roses will continue to bloom as late as Thanksgiv-ing in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the US; and po-tentially even later in the year further south. Since they continue to bloom even into the fall months, they can look outstanding when planted with all different types of grasses.

Shrub Roses such as those in the Knock Out® Family generally don’t need much work in preparation for winter. In areas colder than zone 5, you may want to mulch heavier around the base of the plant. If you are in an area that receives a lot of snowfall; the snow cover will help insulate the plants during the freezing temperatures and drying winter winds.

Keep your Knock Out® Rose consistently moist right up to the first hard freeze. It’s best to water deep every several days at the base of the plant rather than frequent-ly with a sprinkler or other overhead water source.

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Knock Out® Roses were not bred to be cutting roses, but that doesn’t mean you

can’t clip a few off when they are in bloom. Our friend, P. Allen Smith, created this fun and simple tablescape using Knock Out® Roses, and with the Holiday’s fast approaching this design

is perfect inspiration for anyone thinking about creating a unique tablescape for their Holiday gatherings.





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Sunny Knock Out® and Double Knock Out® were used for this tablescape. This color combination compliments each other well, but you can also use any of the Knock Out® varieties to create stunning tablescapes! All of the colors in the Knock Out® Family of Roses will pair great with each other.

These simple green glass vase’s make great homes for the Knock Out® Rose bouquets. You want to be sure to get your Knock Outs into some water as soon as you can after you cut them, so they do not wilt.

Allen paired his Knock Out® Rose bouquets with these fun polka dotted plates. Use any kind of plate, charger, place mat, or napkin to compliment your Knock Out® Rose bouquets!


Through the years, many of our fans have shared some excellent photos of their

Knock Out® Roses on our Facebook page. We love to see your photos and appreci-ate how much you love your Knock Outs. In dedication to our Facebook fans we have chosen a few beautiful photos to share in this issue of our E-Magazine. Check to see if yours made it, and if not, keep posting on Facebook. We would love to see more!


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FACEBO O K FAN PH OTOS!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the ideal time of year to plant Knock Out® Roses?A: You can plant Knock Out® Roses in the spring or the fall.

Q: If I live in an area with a harsh winter, what should I do to protect my Knock Out Roses?A: Add 2-3” of mulch, leaves, or pine/fir boughs around the base of the plant –a heavy snow cover will also help insulate and protect the plant through the winter. In spring, remove any extra mulch that may be covering around the plant too deeply and trim out any dead or broken canes.

Q: When do I prune my Knock Out® Rose?A: Prune your rose bush in early spring, never in the fall and never in the winter. When you prune, you are shocking the plant into sending out new growth. This is not something you want to encourage as the plant is getting ready to go dormant for the winter.

Check your rose bush from time to time as spring moves

along and when you start to see new shoots growing from the canes on your rose bush, that’s a good sign that it is time to prune.

Q: How big will my Knock Out® Roses get?A: Knock Out® Roses can grow fairly large in some parts of the country if not pruned. Periodic trims will keep them maintained at a smaller size (on average 3-4’ wide x 3-4’ tall). A once a year cut (to about 12-18” above the ground) in early spring (after the last hard frost) is also recommended for maximum performance.

Q: Should I fertilize my Knock Out® Roses when I plant them in the fall?A: No, you should wait until spring to fertilize. Fertilizing now will promote new growth, and again that’s not something you want to encourage as the plant is getting ready to go dormant for the winter.

Q: What zones can Knock Out®Roses be planted in?A: The Knock Out® Family of Roses are winter hardy to Zone 5 and heat tolerant throughout the US.

Q: How much sun do my Knock Out® Roses need?A: All of The Knock Out® Family of Roses need at least 6 hours of full sun every day.

Q: The deer have eaten most of the blooms on my Knock Out® Roses. Will they bloom again or are they a total loss?A: Knock Out® Roses are not deer resistant and unfortunately. As you probably know, when deer are hungry, they’ll munch on anything. Don’t worry though, Knock Out® Roses are really tough. They bloom every 5-6 weeks so hopefully when it’s time for them to bloom again, you will see more flowers. You may want to try a product like Liquid Fence to keep the deer away.


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Planting Knock Out® Roses in containers is a great option, but when the winter comes you’ll want to

do a couple things to protect them. You should leave your Knock Out® Rose in its container outside through the first frost. Leaving it outside through the first frost allows the plant to start going dormant for the winter months. After the first frost, simply bring your contain-ers inside and store them in a cool dark area such as your garage or basement. If you store your containers in the garage be sure to protect them from the winter winds and temperatures that will come in as you open and close the door. You should periodically check your roses to make sure they don’t dry out completely. In early spring, after the threat of the last frost has passed you can take your Knock Out® Roses back outside.

KN O CK O UTS I N CO NTAI N ERS:H OW TO PREPARE FO R W I NTER

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Q: How tolerant are Knock Outs to road salt? Would it make a difference (in regards to road salt) to plant next spring so that they aren’t exposed to the salt?A: Knock Out® Roses are very tolerant to road salt, however, it might be beneficial to hold off planting until spring so that they can become established before being exposed to the salt.




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