While there are benefits to grafting many plants, like fruit trees or even tomatoes, sometimes it's done out of pure convenience and speed. With grafted roses, it's all about speed and being able to sell a large-looking young rose ASAP post-graft. Own-root roses are hardier in the winter, are less susceptible to viruses, have a longer lifespan, and can't be planted wrong or have their graft damaged. 🌹✨ | All About Gardening