FEATURED PRESENTER: K And M Roses

A special video presentation will take place at the November 5 meeting of the Rose Society of Tucson on the unique grafting technique of K And M Roses in Buckatunna, MS. K And M Roses are grown by many of the top exhibitors in the nation.

Since 1990, K and M Nursery has grown and sold the highest quality Fortuniana grafted roses available in the USA.  

What is Fortuniana? It is a rose that originated in China. K and M takes the root system of this rose and grafts it to the stem of another rose. This rose will adopt the root strucure of Fortuniana while still producing the same flowers as before. So why Fortuniana?  It is ideal for many parts of the United States. This root stock thrives in heat and humidity that would deter other roses. 

The Fortuniana root system can be much larger than those of other rootstocks. Its roots are fibrous and extend out from the plant much farther than other rootstocks. The expansive root system is what truly makes it unique. The root system is large, so it creates larger blooms with more foliage. This in turn creates a larger plant overall. 

K and M Nursery offers:

• Hybrid Teas
• Floribundas & Grandifloras
• Miniatures
• Minifloras
• Own Root Old Garden Roses

Also on tap will be an important talk by veteran Tucson rose grower Terry Swartz. He will explain what to do in your rose grden in November in the quest for a massive bloom display. Terry will answer all questions as well from the audience. 

DATE: Tuesday, Nov. 5  at 7 p.m

LOCATION: Tucson Botanical Gardens (2150 N. Alvernon Way), one block south of Grant and Alvernon on the east side of the street.

WHO CAN ATTEND?: Anyone who wants to learn more about growing great roses (FREE!) Feel free to bring a friend and enjoy an evening with people who have a passion for gowing great roses.