I went to a big local garden that was famous for the grounds and home. I looked at their rose garden and it had residue from spraying all over all the leaves, and all plants were pruned pretty short, and this place has many experts on staff.
There are definite advantages to living up north. We can not grow very many hostas due to lack of chill hours, either.
Well every place has it’s advantages and disadvantages. I think growing up in this state makes it all quite familiar and comfortable, kinda like an old shoe.LOL