Preparing Roses for Winter:

Annex 2, Heather Sherwood, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden

Now is the time to start putting your roses to bed for the winter. Join Heather Sherwood and learn about the degrees of cold tolerance and the proper way to protect various types of roses. Grandiflora, floribunda, hybrid tea, shrub, miniature, and climbing roses will be discussed. A portion of the class will consist of outdoor demonstrations and hands-on practice, so dress for the weather and bring thorn-resistant gloves. Cost is $37. Chicago Botanic Garden members pay $29.