Picked when in bud or just after the bicolor petals have begun to unfold, Magic Carrousel Rose blossoms are perfect for donning a wreath or garnishing a cake.

Everything about this rose is magic. This spectacular row is about 10 feet long, 5 feet wide and 4 feet high. It was planted with 3 of our 3 inch pots and is about four years old. 

Like all roses, miniature roses are sun loving and fairly drought resistant. Plant in well drained soil and fertilize with an organic fertilizer in the spring. We prune out dead canes whenever we notice them and shape the plant to the height and width we want in fall. All rose petals are edible if grown organically and make attractive garnishes for salads. They can be added after cooking to almost any dish. Whole buds can be used to decorate cakes or other confections. Sample buds should be pulled apart and inspected for insects before using on food. The book How to Eat a Rose provides more on using roses in culinary pursuits.

Seventeenth Century Herb Tea
Rose leaves were often included in teas in times past, like in this one from the 1600's.

Parts
1 Rosemary (leaves)
2 Lemon Balm (leaves)
6 Rose (leaves)
A handful of Rose Petals
Chop finely (once dried), and make as normal.
(Steeped in water brought to a boil).
Try this warm or iced. A true blast from the past.

For more period teas check out 
A Garden of Miracles by Jill Davies.

Magic Carrousel Rose is one of six plants chosen to be in our Crafter's Herb Garden Six Pack.