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Old Friends

Our featured rose this month is another new release and one to plant to remember friends from years gone past.

‘Old Friends’ features masses of blooms, larger in size with creamy petals surrounding the lemon centre. The blooms are lightly scented and create an outstanding display.  Winner of a Certificate of Merit at the New Zealand Rose Society trials in Palmerston North 2019.

Bred by Rob Somerfield and available from resellers of Glenavon Roses including Wairere Nurseries

Photo credit: Glenavon Roses. 

Tagged With: 2025, disease tolerance, floribunda rose, New Zealand Rose Society, Rob Somerfield, Rose of the Month

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