Horticulture Spot

Burst of Joy is one of those roses that really lives up to its name. This cheerful floribunda gets a lot of attention for its eye-catching warm-toned blooms and nonstop flowers all season. Thanks to its amazing cluster blooms and tidy habit, it fits perfectly in just about any garden landscape, border, or sunny patio. … Read more

Joseph’s Coat is one of the most talked-about climbing roses among American gardeners, and for good reason. If you want a rose that seriously stands out, this one delivers a non-stop mix of yellow, orange, pink, and cherry red all on the same plant. Sometimes, you even find these colors on the very same cluster … Read more

Some roses just have a way of stopping you in your tracks, even if you have seen a thousand others. Just Joey is definitely that kind of rose. This apricot colored hybrid tea has been stealing the spotlight in gardens around the world since the 1970s and still gets folks talking today. Known for its … Read more

Double Delight Rose is a classic that is hard to beat if you are after fragrance, color, and garden worthy performance. For decades, this hybrid tea rose has wowed gardeners around the world, standing out with its creamy petals brushed in rich red and a heady scent that is hard to forget. It is a … Read more

If you are after a rose that combines the best of deep, rich color with knockout fragrance, it is hard to ignore Fragrant Plum. This hybrid tea rose grabbed my attention years ago and it is only gotten more popular as gardeners search for purple roses that do not skimp on classic rose perfume. Purple … Read more

Twilight Zone rose delivers one of the richest purple colors found on any American rose bush, building a reputation as a top pick for gardeners who crave dramatic blooms and a powerful scent. Deep purple roses have a special appeal that other colors just cannot match; there is an air of mystery, elegance, and boldness … Read more

The Neptune rose has become a favorite among American gardeners who want something special—a lavender hybrid tea with show-stopping blooms and unforgettable fragrance. If you have ever walked through a rose garden and caught that heady, sweet scent drifting on the breeze, chances are you are chasing after a rose just like Neptune. Lavender roses … Read more

If you are after a rose that will grab attention and keep people guessing, Ebb Tide is probably near the top of your list. This is one of those purple roses you see in photos and wonder if the colors are even real. There is a good reason gardeners get almost obsessed with purple roses. … Read more