Barnegat Branch Library Sets Rose-Growing Program With Rutgers Master Gardener

BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “How to Grow Beautiful Roses” at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 11, offering local gardeners a free program on caring for roses through the seasons.

According to the program announcement, the talk will take attendees through the life of a rose from spring to winter and outline the steps rosarians should follow to produce healthy, attractive blooms. The session is aimed at people interested in learning the basics of rose care and maintenance.

The announcement says roses often have an undeserved reputation for being difficult to grow. It states that while roses do require attention, they are not difficult to maintain if gardeners follow a few general care requirements.

The program will be presented by Mary Townsend, a certified Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County. According to the announcement, Townsend is celebrating her 20th year as a Master Gardener. She is also the former president of Master Gardeners of Ocean County and currently manages the Master Gardener Greenhouse in Ocean County Park in Lakewood.

The event is free, but registration is required. People who want to attend can register online at tinyurl.com/RosesBarnegat, call 609-698-3331, or visit the Barnegat Branch in person.

The library branch is located at 112 Burr St.