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New Zealand Rose of the Year 2014

The New Zealand Rose of the Year trials were held 13th – 16th November at Rogers Rose Garden, Hamilton. The public judged the roses over the four days while VIPS judged on the final day before the presentation of awards. The trials are for varieties already on the market in New Zealand.

New Zealand Rose of the Year 2014, Best Hybrid Tea and Best NZ Raised Rose:

‘Love Heart’ (Somsirwith) Bred by Rob Somerfield, New Zealand. Entered by Glenavon Roses, Tauranga.

Best Floribunda:

‘Little Miss Perfect’ (Somgle07) Bred by Rob Somerfield, New Zealand. Entered by Glenavon Roses, Tauranga.

Best Climber: 

‘Love Knot’ (Chewglorious) Bred by Chris Warner, England. Entered by Tasman Bay Roses, Motueka.

Most Fragrant:

‘Loving Care’ (Athymovi) Bred by Mike Athy, New Zealand. Entered by D&S Nurseries, Takapau.

Childrens Choice:

‘Picotee’ (Somcarpaint) Bred by Rob Somerfield, New Zealand. Entered by Glenavon Roses, Tauranga.

From left to right:

‘Little Miss Perfect’, ‘Love Knot’, ‘Love Heart’, ‘Loving Care’, ‘Picotee’

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Tagged With: 2014, Chris Warner, Hamilton, hamilton garden, Mike Athy, New Zealand Rose of the Year, Rob Somerfield

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