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Enhancing Your Garden with Beneficial Plants: Guide to Integrated Pest Management
Planting for biodiversity is key to natural pest control. Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm shares how diverse plants attract beneficial insects, reduce pesticide use, and create a thriving garden ecosystem. Discover practical tips for healthier, balanced gardening.

A Gardener’s Guide to Deadheading Roses and Perennials
Deadheading is one of those gardening tasks that can feel tedious, especially if you have a lot of plants in bloom. But as Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm explains, it’s a simple yet impactful technique to tidy up your garden and encourage reblooming. Whether you’re learning how to deadhead roses, manage perennial blooms, or…

A Visit to Select Roses: Behind the Scenes with Brad Jalbert
Recently, I had the privilege of visiting Select Roses, the renowned nursery owned and operated by celebrated rose breeder Brad Jalbert. Brad is not only a local legend in British Columbia but also a globally recognized figure in the world of rose breeding. His roses are distributed by leading nurseries worldwide, including in the United…
Avoid These 3 Things To Help Your Roses Survive Winter
Roses are built to survive winter Don’t treat your roses like they’re the fancy dinnerware of the garden. Most are descended from tough, northern climate species, and they’re well prepared to get through the cold of fall and winter – at least in the mild-to-moderate climate of the Fraser Valley. Some of the “special care”…
Commandant Beaurepaire
This rose was bred at a time (the 1870’s) when the hybrid perpetual class was giving way to modern roses, the closely related hybrid tea that still dominates in rose gardens. ‘Commandant Beaurepaire’ was bred from a hybrid perpetual, but because the breeder wasn’t convinced the rose would bloom after the initial flush of lowers,…

Exploring Succulent Propagation: Techniques and Tips for Every Gardener
Succulent propagation is a fascinating and rewarding activity for plant enthusiasts. Jason from Fraser Valley Rose Farm shares his passion for succulents as a personal project, rather than a business pursuit, and delves into the art of creating new plants from these hardy beauties. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced gardener, succulent propagation offers a…