April 2002

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(‘TANolg’) Celebrated for its deep golden yellow color, ‘Oregold’ produces blooms of great substance and form. The color is non-fading; however, in warm climates the blooms tend to open fast. In cooler climates, ‘Oregold’ will last and last. The glossy foliage offers good resistance to disease. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 5’h x 4’w. Bare root.

We have taken a liking to the early hybrid teas and ‘Radiance’ is among the best. The rose pink blooms are backed by a lighter pink — giving a two-tone effect. The fragrance is strong damask (like old roses). While the form is not perfect by today’s standards, the blooms are typical of its era. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 4’h x 4’w. Bare root.

It took only one spring bloom for ‘Sweet Afton’ to capture our interest. The high-centered buds open to loosely formed, somewhat cupped blooms. The color is near white with a reverse of soft blush pink. The petals are so thin that they appear to be made of tissue paper. The fragrance is sweet and abundant. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 4’h x 3’w. Bare root.

(‘POUlduce’) A lovely rose from Poulsen, ‘Tivoli Gardens’ offers softly shaded blooms of yellow. The form is superb–suggesting a winner on the exhibition table. Commemorates the 150th anniversary of Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen. Blooms repeatedly. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 5’h x 4’w. Bare root.

One of the most striking of the single-flowered hybrid teas, ‘Mrs. Oakley Fischer’ produces clusters of apricot-yellow blooms with amber stamens. Despite its delicate appearance, it is a vigorous grower, and works effectively when planted en masse. The fragrance is strong and sweet. Another classic from the prolific English hybridizer, Benjamin R. Cant. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 4’h x 4’w. Bare root.

(‘ANDeli’) Quite simply, ‘Double Delight’ is a superlative hybrid tea that fits our standard as a “Garden Rose of Distinction.” The color is a striking blend of creamy white with an edging of crimson. The spicy fragrance is strong and long lasting. ‘Double Delight’ is a great rose for cutting. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 4’h x 4’w. Bare root.

We came upon this rose in the collection at the University of California Davis, and were pleased to have rediscovered it. ‘Lemon Spice’ produces delicately colored blooms of soft yellow that contrast nicely with its spicy fragrance. We think they make a charming contribution to the bouquet. Hardy zones 4-9. Grows to 4’h x4’w. Bare root.

A rare hybrid tea from Italy, ‘Signora’ produces long, pointed buds that open to rich apricot blooms. The outer petals meld to magenta with age. Hardy zones 5-11. Grows to 4’h x 4’w. Bare root.

An older rose hybridized by the Spanish rosarian, Pedro Dot, ‘Condesa de Sastago’ is one of the original bicolored roses. The petals are a strong oriental red backed by yellow undersides. The fragrance is strong. While the stems are not long, ‘Condesa de Sastago’ looks at home in a bouquet. Blooms repeatedly. Hardy zones 5-10. Grows to 4’h x 3’w. Bare root.