Q: Are all colors of Knockout roses EarthKind?
A: Only the original, cherry red Knockout is on the EarthKind list, though others are being tested by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service. For a rose to be named EarthKind it must have outstanding landscape performance with limited use of pesticides, fertilizers, and supplemental water. If planted properly, once established these roses have excellent heat and drought tolerance. For more information and a list of all 21 cultivars, go to http://earthkind.tamu.edu.