Stunted Leaves No Blooms Or New Growth On Roses

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Why did my normally prolific roses have teeny tiny leaves, no blooms, and very little growth this year?

Asked by Suzanne Swenson 7 months, 5 days ago
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Brent Wilson · Gardenality Administrator · Zone 8A · 10° to 15° F
Could you upload a picture of the rose and its foliage? This would help in giving a proper diagnosis. The problem could be one of several viruses, such as rose mosaic or rose rosette, but could also be caused by an insect infestation that occurred earlier in the season. If its a virus, the roses might need to be removed and discarded so it doesn't spread to other plants. Insect problems can usually be prevented or controlled with insecticides. Click on the 'Upload A Picture' link just above....to the right of your name to upload a picture. Seeing the picture would be helpful.

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Answer #2 · Suzanne Swenson's Answer · Brent: I am having trouble posting photos. The roses are now covered with tiny ant-like bugs that look to have stripes on them. There were no bugs on the plants all spring and summer. The only rose that does not have these bugs is the climbing rose. Regular sized shiny green leaves began to emerge once there were cooler temperatures. The climber has a regular sized bud on it now. The others never bloomed or had very stunted blossoms. No aphids were ever on the plants. I can cut some leaves and bring the out to the nursery on Monday if necessary.)

Answered by Suzanne Swenson 7 months, 4 days ago
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Answer #1 · Addilyn Daniel's Answer · I've seen this problem on roses, azaleas and other types of plants. Aphids could be the problem. When the new growth was emerging in spring did you notice if there were small bugs all over the foliage? Often green but occasionally light-brown, and sometimes with wings, aphids may cover the complete growing tips of the rose. Aphids are most active in spring and summer and multiply at a prodigious rate feeding on the sap of the plant. In large quantities they may seriously retard the growth of the plant and ruin buds. They are particularly damaging to the new shoots with subsequent damage to the emerging leaves which become malformed.)

Answered by Addilyn Daniel 7 months, 4 days ago
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