Rose Bush Did Not Flower

Question From: F. Owen - WISCONSIN
Q: My white rose bush never flowered this year. It is out in bright sun all day. It was watered every other day.

A:

Frank, lack of flowering it usually caused by lack of sun or too much fertilizer. Better to have watered it deeply twice a week. I have a red Knockout that produced few blooms this year It too was in full sun all day. The heat and drought were just too much for it. Best Nancy.