Cameron Bohls

Today, in the rose garden, before sunrise I found Cameron Bohls, more untouched by the rains that accompanied the recent tornadoes than most of the roses. This multiflora is a splendid April Texas Rose. It was too early for a full image without a tripod but I will add one soon.

The Cameron Bohls rose is a modern rose variety bred specifically to handle the challenging climate of Texas. It is named after Cameron Bohls, a respected figure in Texas horticulture circles. This rose is celebrated for its hardiness, strong disease resistance, and repeat blooming throughout the growing season, even under the intense Texas sun.

Cameron Bohls produces classic, full blooms in warm tones, often shades of pink, coral, or apricot, and is valued both for its beauty and its durability. It has been recognized locally in rose trials and has earned praise for maintaining excellent foliage health without heavy spraying.

While it may not yet have major national awards like All-America Rose Selections, it stands out in regional gardens and Earth-Kind\u00ae trials, where toughness and low-input care are key. Disease issues like black spot and powdery mildew are uncommon in well-maintained Cameron Bohls roses, though extremely humid or wet conditions can still present risks if air circulation is poor.

The Cameron Bohls rose typically grows to about 3 to 4 feet tall and spreads around 3 feet wide, forming a compact, rounded shrub. Its growth habit is upright but slightly spreading, making it a great choice for borders, mass plantings, or as a featured specimen in smaller gardens. The plant tends to maintain a tidy, bushy shape naturally without needing heavy pruning.

Throughout the growing season, it produces steady flushes of blooms, with especially strong performance in spring and fall when temperatures are moderate. Its sturdy structure and good branching allow it to hold up well even under windy or dry Texas conditions.

Q1: What type of rose is the Cameron Bohls?
A1: It is a modern shrub rose known for its heavy blooming and strong tolerance to heat and drought.

Q2: How disease-resistant is the Cameron Bohls rose?
A2: It is highly disease-resistant, especially to common problems like black spot and powdery mildew, although it still benefits from good air circulation.

Q3: Has the Cameron Bohls rose won any major awards?
A3: While it has not won national awards like All-America Rose Selections, it has been highly praised in Texas rose trials and Earth-Kind\u00ae evaluations for its outstanding performance.

Q4: How well does the Cameron Bohls rose perform in the Texas heat?
A4: It thrives in Texas heat, continuing to bloom and maintain healthy foliage even during intense summer conditions when many other roses slow down.

Q5: What are the best care practices for Cameron Bohls roses in Texas?
A5: Full sun exposure, deep but infrequent watering, mulching to conserve moisture, and light seasonal pruning are the best practices to maximize health and bloom production.

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