Mr. Lincoln is often considered the gold standard for red roses, particularly for fragrance. Its deep, dark red blooms are velvety in texture and dramatically shaped, opening slowly to reveal classic hybrid tea form. The scent is powerful, rich, and unmistakably “old rose,” making it a favorite for cutting gardens. The plant itself is tall […]
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Named in honor of Sir Paul McCartney, this rose is best known for its extraordinary fragrance – often cited as one of the strongest among modern roses. The large, perfectly formed blooms are a deep, warm pink and appear repeatedly throughout the season, held on long stems ideal for cutting. The McCartney Rose grows as
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Iceberg is one of the most widely grown roses in the world, valued for its reliability, vigor, and near-constant bloom. The flowers are crisp white, sometimes opening with a hint of pale green or blush, and are borne in generous clusters that keep the plant looking fresh for months at a time. While the fragrance
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Spring, summer, fall and voila winter!!!! Fortunately or unfortunately, here in our lovely state, specifically Marin county, our winter is not snow, or ice but rather tons of rain. Normally, the rain starts in November and ends in March. So, compared to the rest of the country, our winter is mellow. Simply put, winterizing our
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Fall is here and it’s a glorious time in the garden. Cooler days, softer sunlight, deciduous leaves and rose hips beginning their colorful display and some of the best roses of the year! Milder conditions allow flowers to develop more slowly, often producing larger, more deeply colored blossoms. It’s a great time of year to arrange
The Silver Honor Medal was recently awarded to Betty Mott for her outstanding service to the NCNH District. An active member of the Marin Rose Society since 1994, she is an ARS Horticulture Judge, Photography Judge, Master Rosarian and ARS Bronze Honor Medal recipient. At the District level, Betty has served in a wide variety
