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Danielle Sherwood

Danielle is an avid gardener and rose enthusiast originally from the Pacific Northwest. She now gardens in the high desert of Washington State. She is a certified Master Gardener and comes from a long line of professional gardeners. Danielle is an advocate for planting keystone native species and is an expert in growing roses.

oregano in containers

Herbs

10 Tips For Growing Amazing Oregano in Pots or Containers

If you’re craving some fresh oregano for your latest culinary creation, nothing beats walking out to the garden and snipping some directly from the plant. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood gives you tips on growing this tasty herb in containers.

earth kind roses

Flowers

16 Beautiful and Environmentally Friendly Earth Kind Roses

Would you like to grow roses without harsh chemicals and fertilizers? Earth-KindⓇ roses have been rigorously tested to perform for the environmentally-conscious gardener. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood talks about Earth-KindⓇ roses and gives the details on cultivars you’ll want to try in your garden!

Black Baccara Unique Rose Growing in Garden

Flowers

17 Unusual Roses For Unique Garden Appeal

Are you looking to add something special to your garden this season? Roses are a classic choice, but the characteristics of these unusual varieties might surprise you! In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares 17 roses that stand out from the rest.

purple roses

Flowers

21 Stunning Purple and Lilac Colored Roses

Do you love purple? Associated with royalty, calm, and creativity, this elegant shade is a star in the landscape. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood describes 21 stunning purple and lilac roses to consider for your garden!

hall of fame roses

Flowers

17 Hall of Fame Rose Winners to Grow This Season

Are you looking to add a tried-and-true, internationally acclaimed rose to your collection? When selecting long-lived perennials for your garden, award-winning varieties tested by the experts are a great place to start. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood lists top-performing roses that have been inducted into the World Federation of Rose Societies Hall of Fame, with names and pictures of each!

rose growing mistakes

Plant Problems

15 Rose Growing Mistakes to Avoid This Season

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a total newbie, chances are you’ve made a few mistakes. Roses are forgiving, but knowledge of common rose garden missteps will go a long way toward a season of beautiful blooms. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood explains 15 common rose growing mistakes you should avoid making this season, and what to do instead!

White rose on a stem starting to drop its flowers from disease.

Plant Problems

9 Reasons Roses Drop Their Flowers

Is your rose losing its blooms this season? There are a few causes for flower drop in roses. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood explains the most common reasons your rose might be dropping flowers, along with how to combat the cause!

Gardener with blue gloves transplanting red rose shrubs into a garden location.

Flowers

How and When to Transplant Rose Bushes

Is your rose in a less-than-ideal spot? Roses can be successfully transplanted, but when and how you do it will affect the outcome. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood explains the best time for moving a rose and some steps to ensure a successful start in its new home.

roses annual or perennial

Flowers

Are Roses Considered Annual, Biennial or Perennial Shrubs?

Interested in planting some roses in your garden, but wondering if they’ll come back every year? Roses are a timeless flower, providing beauty, fragrance, and color to gardens from formal to cottage. In this article, we help you understand the difference between annual, biennial, and perennial plants, and how the life cycle of roses will play out in your garden!

Multicolored rose with purple and white coloring on the flower petals

Flowers

15 Multicolored Roses to Brighten Up Your Garden

Do you love lots of color in the garden? If you can never pick just one favorite shade, multi-colored roses let you have it all. With beautiful combinations of color and unique patterns, these flashy roses are the life of any garden party. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares 15 beautiful multi-colored roses that will liven up your garden!

eggshells roses

Flowers

Are Eggshells Good or Bad For Roses?

We all love the idea of DIY organic fertilizers, but do eggshells really work wonders in the garden? Or is this just another gardening myth you can ignore? In this article, rose enthusiast and gardening expert Danielle Sherwood examines the common advice that using eggshells results in better roses.

ground cover roses

Flowers

17 Beautiful Low Growing Ground Cover Roses

Do you have a garden bed that could use some long-lasting color? Groundcover roses are easy to care for and bloom all summer long! In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares 17 low-growing groundcover roses that look great in the landscape.