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Lets start w/ some basic info on growing roses seed.

Ever wonder why you don't find rose seeds at big garden centers like Lowe's or Home Depot? It's because you never know what sort of rose you'll get from seeds.

Most roses we buy at nurseries or exchange have been propagated by budding/grafting onto rootstock or by rooted cuttings.

Be aware; each rose seedling resulting from seed is a new, never before seen variety. If you plant seeds of 'Don Juan', you'll get climbers, large bushes, small bushes, a variety of colors, w/ a variety of scents. What you won't get is another 'Don Juan'. That's true of any variety from which you collect the seed; they don't "come true" to the original type.

Among many poor quality seedlings, you might produce some plants that are interesting. But there is no way to know what color, shape, size or habits a rose seed will have until it has germinated, bloomed & been monitored for at least 2 seasons.

Species/wild roses are roses that haven't been cross pollinated by insects or hybridized by rose breeders. These will come true to type from seed. However, they look VERY different from the modern roses you see sold by florist.

Germinating http://paulbardenroses.com/manners_seed.html

Blue colored, true black colored & rainbow roses are all scams. REGARDLESS, remember ROSE SEEDS in general can be a problem. Take the word of a master, Steve Jones Master Consulting Rosarian http://scvrs.homestead.com/TypesOfRoses.html
...the blooms come in most colors, except blue & black.

faq.gardenweb.com/faq/lists/roses/1998063836018263.html

Scroll down to seed scams; http://gardeningwithstephanie.com/category/roses/

forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/load/roses/msg081153098702.html
Rainbow roses are created by dying white roses.
rainbowrosecompany.com/about-rainbow-roses/

Pay it forward! Warn your friends!

Now, this auction is NOT for rose seeds.
This auction is for 15+ Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) seeds. 4th image.
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Now, this auction is NOT for rose seeds.
This auction is for 15+ Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) seeds. 4th image.
Feb 3rd, 2013 at 2:44:16 PM PST by
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It is highly important to understand that growing hybrid roses from seeds can be a problem. It's not that it can't be done. It is that you don't know what sort of rose you'll get.

Beware of anyone offering hybrid rose seeds in specific color, IE; "Almost Black" "Green Tinted", etc. There is no way to know what color, shape, size or habits a rose seed will have until it has germinated, bloomed & been monitored for at least 2 seasons.
Feb 3rd, 2013 at 2:57:13 PM PST by
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http://davesgarden.com/guides/articles/view/2909/#b


Growing Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)

Plant roselle in a full sun location. Start from seeds planted where they are to grow in Zones 8-11. In colder areas, start seeds indoors and transplant outside after the danger of frost is past. Place transplants at least three feet apart, or thin seedlings to that distance so that plants have plenty of room to grow. New plants are also easily started from cuttings.

Roselle is not particular about soil pH, but it requires a permeable soil. Sandy soil amended with humus is preferred; however, it adapts to a variety of soils. It appreciates frequent watering and is even tolerant of floods and stagnant water. Plant them anywhere an attractive shrub is needed during the summer. Scatter them in a mixed border, or plant in rows to make a dense hedge by midsummer. They also perform well in large containers.

Since it is susceptible to root knot nematodes, roselle should not be planted in the same place every year. A good mulch will help to control the nematode population, conserve water and inhibit weeds.

Harvesting Roselle

Begin harvesting the tender calyces about 10 days after the flowers bloom. Pick regularly to keep the plants blooming and producing. Remove the calyces from the seed pods. Most recipes call for 2 quarts of calyces and one quart of water. After boiling and simmering for about 10 minutes, the juice can be strained and used for a variety of recipes. It can be sweetened to make a flavorful drink, or jelly or wine if you prefer. The remaining pulp makes a delicious jam or pie filling.

Not only are parts of the plant edible and used in many foods, but they have also been used extensively for medicinal purposes. Its usefulness as an intestinal antiseptic has been touted, as well as its effectiveness in treating arteriosclerosis and other ailments.
Feb 3rd, 2013 at 2:59:06 PM PST by

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