Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 12:00PM | GBC Gallery
Part of May Gardener's Market/Free

No-Fuss Roses: Blooms Without the Drama
Think roses are too fussy or time-consuming? Think again! In this lively and practical talk, you’ll discover how today’s modern rose varieties deliver stunning color, fragrance, and repeat blooms—with far less work than you might imagine. As time to purchase roses comes around, learn which roses thrive with minimal care, how to choose varieties suited to your garden, and simple tips for planting, pruning, and maintenance that keep your roses looking their best all season long. Whether you’re a longtime gardener ready to simplify or a beginner eager to grow your first rose, this presentation will show you how easy—and rewarding—roses can be.

About Lorraine Ballato
As an expert horticulturist and hydrangea expert, Lorraine's love affair with plants comes through in her lectures, social media writings, magazine articles and photographs, which you can find in Connecticut Gardener, Edible Nutmeg, and elsewhere.  Lorraine is also a successful author. Her most recent book, Success With Hydrangeas, A Gardener's Guide is an award-winning international best seller. Via her free award-winning hydrangea blog, she continues to write about this fabulous plant. Lorraine's horticultural expertise is the reason she has been a guest on numerous gardening radio programs from Alaska to Connecticut. She speaks at regional symposiums, flower shows, to civic groups and garden clubs.