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FRAGRANT ROSES | Rose Chat Podcast FRAGRANT ROSES Matt Douglas, High Country Roses On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, Host Teresa Byington chats with Matt Douglas, owner of High Country Roses about one of the most amazing attributes of the rose - her fragrance. We'll take a look at some of the most fragrant roses from old gard...

BLOOM THYME FRIDAY: Rosemania Part 2 The storms (with hail) and rain continued through the early part of the first flush so we have not had an epic season. But, we have had a good season and the garden has given me enough roses to fil…

MENAGERIE FARM & FLOWER | Rose Chat Podcast MENAGERIE FARM & FLOWER Felicia Alvarez, Founder On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington, chats with Felicia Alvarez, founder of Menagerie Farm and Flower. Menagerie Farm is a rose farm and nursery nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley. Don't miss this inspiring ep...

Had so much fun chatting with the inspiring Felicia Alvarez! 🌹
MENAGERIE FARM & FLOWER
Felicia Alvarez, Founder

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington, chats with Felicia Alvarez, founder of Menagerie Farm and Flower. Menagerie Farm is a rose farm and nursery nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley. Don't miss this inspiring episode as we hear from Felicia who believes daily life doesn't have to be ordinary and strives each day to grow products that will make everyday life more beautiful for your home & table.

MENAGERIE FARM & FLOWER | Rose Chat Podcast MENAGERIE FARM & FLOWER Felicia Alvarez, Founder On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington, chats with Felicia Alvarez, founder of Menagerie Farm and Flower. Menagerie Farm is a rose farm and nursery nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley. Don't miss this inspiring ep...

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Celestial NightTM
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Celestial NightTM demonstrated outstanding performance in the Köppen Csa Climate Region of coastal California. A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Celestial NightTM is an upright and bushy floribunda that displays ruffled purple blooms. The petal-packed blooms are displayed in clusters of three to five per stem Celestial NightTM (WEKebtigrad) was bred by Christian Bédard and is marketed by Weeks Roses. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Oso Easy® Italian Ice
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Oso Easy® Italian Ice demonstrated outstanding performance in the Köppen Csa Climate Region of coastal California. A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Oso Easy® Italian Ice is a glossy-leaved, compact shrub rose. It offers a warm and fruity blend of gold, watermelon, and pink blooms. Oso Easy® Italian Ice (CHEWnicebell) was bred in the UK by Chris Warner and is marketed by Spring Meadow Nursery as part of their Proven Winners line. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

Beauty, health and fragrance from the father of the Knock Out rose William Radler …

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Bright and ShinyTM
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Bright and ShinyTM showed outstanding performance in Köppen H Climate Region that includes the highland regions of the West. A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Bright and ShinyTM is a vigorous, upright floribunda that bears clusters of semi-double blooms in shades of apricot, orange, and cream. Bright and ShinyTM (RADapshin) was bred by William Radler and is marketed by Star Roses and Plants. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

Learn about bringing roses to market and new roses!

BRINGING A ROSE TO MARKET | Rose Chat Podcast BRINGING A ROSE TO MARKET Heidi Mortensen, Rose Portfolio Manager Star Roses and Plants On the episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington is joined by Heidi Mortensen, Rose Portfolio Manager of Star Roses and Plants. Heidi directs the introduction of roses from breeders around the world i...

Join us June 8 for a lovely day of roses...
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An A.R.T.S. Winner ⭐️… Forever and Ever Pink by Christian Bedard from Weeks…

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Forever and Ever Pink®
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Forever and Ever Pink® showed outstanding performance in Köppen Climate Regions generally situated in coastal California (Csa Climate) and highland regions of the West (H Climate). A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Forever and Ever Pink® is a floriferous and dense shrub rose with pink blooms with a lighter center. This short and spreading variety is useful to make a landscaping statement or at the front of a border. Forever and Ever Pink® (WEKneflosprif) was bred by Christian Bédard and is marketed by Weeks Roses. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

Another healthy beauty for your garden…

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Scentifall® Blush
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Scentifall® Blush demonstrated outstanding performance in Köppen Climate Regions generally situated in coastal California (Csa Climate) and the humid region stretching from the Midwest to the Eastern seaboard (Dfa Climate). A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Scentifall® Blush is a delightful miniature rose with semi double blush pink blooms. Its compact growth makes it a useful rose for hanging baskets, containers, or mass plantings at the front of a border. A great benefit for rose growers is that this variety is self-deadheading and as inferred by the name, fragrance is another important feature. Bred in the UK by the internationally known plantsman Charles Valin, Scentifall® Blush (VPRO 14-08) is marketed in the U.S. by PlantHaven International, Inc. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Watercolors Home Run®
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Watercolors Home Run® showed outstanding performance in Köppen Climate Regions generally situated in coastal California (Csa Climate) and the humid region stretching from the Midwest to the Eastern seaboard (Dfa Climate). A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Watercolors Home Run® is a perky shrub with blooms of five to eight petals growing in large clusters. The attractive blooms open bright pink with yellow at the base of the petals and gently transition to shades of pink and cream. Bred by Tom Carruth and sold by Weeks Roses, this slightly fragrant variety creates a lovely landscape statement. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

🌹It's time for ROSEFEST! Sat, June 8! Hope you will join us! What a fun day it will be and even better if you are there!🌹 Mark your calendar! Here are all the details!

Rosefest 2024 SATURDAY, JUNE 8 / 9 am – 3 pm Celebrating the Indianapolis Rose Society’s 75th Birthday and Hamilton County Master Gardeners Rose Garden’s 10th Birthday. FREE / OPEN TO THE PUBLIC LOCATION H…

WHAT'S NEW AT DAVID AUSTIN ROSES | Rose Chat Podcast WHAT'S NEW AT DAVID AUSTIN ROSES Rebecca Koraytem, US Sales Executive On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington is joined by Rebecca Koraytem, U. S. Sales Executive for David Austin Roses. This chat is one of our annual favorites as we take a look at what's new in the beautiful....

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner Sunrosa® Yellow Delight
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Sunrosa Yellow Delight showed outstanding performance in Köppen Climate Regions generally situated in coastal California (Csa Climate) and highland regions of the West (H Climate). A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
Sunrosa Yellow Delight (ZARsunornu) is a miniature shrub rose that has well-formed blooms that are produced as singles and in small clusters. It grows up to a foot tall and up to ten inches wide. This rose will work well in pots or in the front of a border. Sunrosa Yellow Delight was sponsored by its distributor Suntory Flowers. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org.

American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Local Artist winner White Veranda®
A Local Artist title is awarded to varieties that perform better than two control roses in regional trials that evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. White Veranda showed outstanding performance in Köppen Climate Regions generally situated in coastal California (Csa Climate), the humid region stretching from the Midwest to the Eastern seaboard (Dfa Climate), and highland regions of the West (H Climate). A detailed map is available at https://www.americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org/climate-zone-map
White Veranda (KORfloci111) was bred in Germany by W. Kordes & Sons who are recognized around the world for their disease resistant roses. This compact floribunda will grow to be about 2’ tall. Its pure white blooms will be hardy in USDA zones 5 to 11. Offered by Star Roses and Plants, you may find this variety at major retailers and garden centers. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

LATEST PODCAST... ROOTED IN TIME: Saving Roses for Future Generations
John Bagnasco, Chairman of the Save the Roses! Foundation

In this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, our host Teresa Byington delves into the captivating world of rose conservation with guest John Bagnasco. We’ll be highlighting the critical efforts underway to preserve the diversity and heritage of rose varieties. John takes us on a journey through the history, challenges, and triumphs of rose preservation, emphasizing why these flowers are more than just a symbol of beauty—they're a testament to botanical history and diversity.

John shares about the much-anticipated annual event that has become a cornerstone of the rose conservation effort in the US: the California Coastal Rose Society's Save the Roses auction. Don't miss the informative episode and learn how you can be a part of the movement to save the world's most beloved flower.

ROOTED IN TIME: Saving Roses for Future Generations | Rose Chat Podcast ROOTED IN TIME: Saving Roses for Future Generations John Bagnasco, Chairman of Save the Roses! Foundation On this bonus episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, our host Teresa Byington delves into the captivating world of rose conservation with guest John Bagnasco. We’ll be highlighting the critical eff...

New Podcast - chatting with John Bagnasco about his work with roses and the upcoming Save the Roses! Foundation rose auction...

A.R.T.S. MASTER WINNER! Sunrosa Red
Master Rose is the highest award in these trials which evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Roses with this designation earn their award by performing better than controls in at least four climate regions of the U.S. Sunrosa Red (ZARsbjoh) is a miniature rose with a compact growth habit, reaching one to two feet tall. Besides great disease resistance, this cutie offers a mild fragrance. Sunrosa Red was sponsored by its distributor Suntory Flowers. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org

The American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Second Master Rose winner Oso Easy® Peasy.
Master Rose is the highest award in these trials which evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Roses with this designation earn their award by performing better than controls in at least four climate regions of the U.S. Oso Easy Peasy is a bright pink polyantha which provides great garden color, a mild sweet fragrance and excellent disease resistance. Bred by Dr. David Zlesak in Wisconsin, this rose is rated to grow well in USDA Zone 4b and warmer. Oso Easy Peasy is offered by Proven Winners® at garden centers across the country. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org.

GROWING ROSES IN OKLAHOMA | Rose Chat Podcast GROWING ROSES IN OKLAHOMA The Good, The Bad, The Ugly Dee Nash, Gardener, Writer, Podcaster On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington is joined by Dee Nash. Dee is from Oklahoma where gardening can have its challenges. With expertise and wit, Dee will share from her years of exp...

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The American Rose Trials for Sustainability announces 2024 Master Rose winner Brick House® Pink

Master Rose is the highest award in these trials which evaluate roses for two years with no chemical treatments or fertilization. Roses with this designation earn their award by performing better than controls in at least four climate regions of the U.S. Brick House Pink is a bright pink compact floribunda that fits well in small spaces. Fluorescent pink flowers contrast nicely with the deep green disease resistant foliage. Brick House Pink is rated to grow well in USDA Zone 5 and warmer. Offered by Star® Roses and Plants, you may find this variety at major retailers and garden centers. Learn more about the A.R.T.S.® no-spray trials and all the award winners for your specific region at www.trustedroses.org .

A day of rose education and inspiration…

Big thanks to Rita Spalding for coming to our rose society to share her story of growing roses and painting them. She even painted a rose for us while she was there!

🌹 Season 13 is here! Look at this collage! So many wonderful rosy friends coming to chat in 2024!! 🌹 rosechatpodcast.com

THE HISTORY OF ROSES | Rose Chat Podcast THE HISTORY OF ROSES America's True Native Plant Gaye Hammond, Master Rosarian On this episode, Gaye Hammond takes us on a journey of the history of roses in the United States from antiquity to the 1900s. Gaye has done years of research and has much to tell us. Don't miss this fantastic exploration....

⏰IT'S ABOUT TIME! ⏰.... Time to catch up with your rose friends. Ping, Carrie, and Claire will be joining us too! Mark your calendars...
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Take a look at this photo submitted by Archana for our holiday arrangements! 😍🌹

“Diwali is biggest Hindu holiday, now celebrated all over the world. I created this arrangement for Diwali on November 12, 2023 using my garden roses and other flowers. Some of the Roses used are: Ring of Fire, Stephen’s Big Purple, Easy Fashion—Climbing, Miss Congeniality, April In Paris, Jean Kenneally—Mini.”