But, then you notice a few flaws. Mid summer, in all it's glory, can also create stressful conditions for plants. If plants don't have enough water, they get stressed out in the heat. They can't just pick themselves up and move into the shade or go get a drink of water like we can. As you look a bit closer you notice there are some funny looking bugs covering the new growth on your roses.
Mid summer can bring out the aphids in full force.
Especially, if you haven't had any recent heavy rains to wash them off the plants. Then you notice that a rose in the corner has some funny spots on its leaves, a few leaves are turning yellow, and some have fallen off the plant. And, then you start thinking that perhaps your roses aren't blooming as much as they should be. If your soil is a bit low on the fertility scale, the blooms may be in short supply. First, don't worry.