Isn't that strange, Mysticwaves! I don't see my post if I check my ipad, but it's here on my desktop computer still.
I will C&P the reply again. So, apologies for those who are getting a double whammy.
I love roses leading up to a front door.
I don't really have advice, but can tell you what I did because I wanted the same thing: roses, annuals, perennials, etc.
My thinking was:
Since it's the front of the house, I kept a simple colour palatte of pink, white and purple.
I also kept the seasons in mind because roses only look perfect for a fraction of the year. (I'm in zone 5/6)
I planted one Cinderella Fairytale at the corner at each picket fence by the driveway. (Sorry, not DA. I love them, but In my zone, Kordes do a million times better.)
Then, running beside the driveway are five Apple blossom carpet roses. They stay the right size and I thought the colour was a perfect match to the Cinderella Roses.
To add a bit of layering, I have a row of alternating lady's mantle, catmint, and salvia.
When they are all in bloom, it looks beautiful.
In the early spring, before the roses awaken, There's a dwarf cherry tree filled with white blossoms while tulips run down the space between the roses and perennials. So, before the roses bloom, it's a spectacular spring show.
When the roses finish their first flush, the hydrangeas get their turn to be center stage. I have old fashioned Annabelles in front of the porch mixed in with boxwood for winter interest.
So, in August, the look changes once again to mostly white and green. It's actually quite restful to the eye in late summer, before the autumn flush brings a final burst of colour.
Anyhow, this has worked out really well for me. It seems to morph beautifully season to season, each one taking center stage while the other flowers rest.
Right now, September, the hydrangea's are done and the pink roses are flushing again, but a deeper pink due to the fall temps.
Hope this helps.
Whatever you do, I know it will look spectacular. <3
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