In 2020, the New Zealand Rose Society International Trials in Palmerston North celebrate 50 years – a remarkable milestone as the oldest rose trials in the Southern Hemisphere. To celebrate this occasion, the Mayor of Palmerston North, Grant Smith has commissioned a new rose to be named for Palmerston North, a city that has a long and proud association with the rose. Donated by its breeder, Rob Somerfield, the medium growing Hybrid Tea has … [Read more...]
Win – Macoboys Roses
Win - we have two copies of this fantastic guide to roses to give away This book is a wonderful guide to roses with lots of great information on roses from classification through to propagation and a fully illustrated guide to hundreds of different roses from all around the world. A4 sized hardback book, 488 pages jam packed full of information on the beautiful Rose - from classification and propagation to a full picture glossary of … [Read more...]
Win – Christchurch Remembers
Win - we have three plants of the 2016 New Zealand Rose of the Year winner to three lucky winners. There are only very limited plants available this summer but will be widely available in winter 2017 from Mitre 10 and Palmers stores. This floribunda rose has blooms of medium red, darkening on the edges. Medium growing with mid green foliage. Bred by Rob Somerfield of Glenavon Roses, Tauranga, this rose is his tribute to the people of … [Read more...]