Rose Chat Podcast

Rose Chat Podcast

Exploring the World of Roses...

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September 14, 2025 50 mins

Dr. Walter Van Fleet from Medicine to Roses Connie Hilker Heritage Rose Foundation Trustee

On today’s episode, Rose Chat Host Teresa Byington chats with Connie Hilker about one of Connie’s favorite rose heroes, Dr. Walter Van Fleet. Born in 1857, Dr. Van Fleet initially pursued a career in medicine for ten years before transitioning to the world of horticulture becoming a renowned plant breeder, especially known for his roses. Jo...

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TIME TO DOWNSIZE MY GARDEN Dee Nash, Gardener, Writer, Podcaster and Garden Coach

In this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Dee Nash, cohost of The Gardenangelists Podcast. Dee recently made a decision that many gardeners can relate to: downsizing her garden. Tune in to this insightful and informative podcast to hear about Dee’s journey and to gain valuable insights into the process of downsizing, r...

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August 10, 2025 43 mins

MINIATURE ROSES   Matt Douglas, High Country Roses

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Matt Douglas, the owner of High Country Roses. They discuss a unique class of roses that come in a smaller package known as Miniature Roses. Matt shares a wealth of knowledge about these roses, including their history, care tips, and the miniatures available on the market today. These miniature beauties remi...

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July 27, 2025 58 mins

PLAYING FAVORITES Kimberley Dean, The Rose Geek

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington and guest Kimberley Dean, also known as The Rose Geek, will share their favorites in the rose garden. They'll delve into their favorite roses, rose companions, and gardening tips. Some of their favorites might be yours too! Will these two rose lovers have the same favorites? Listen in and find out!  YOU TUBE VIDEO OF K...

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July 13, 2025 46 mins

THAT’S A SHRUB ROSE??

Natalie Carmolli, Public Relations Specialist
 Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs

 

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host, Teresa Byington chats with Natalie Carmolli, the public relations specialist for Proven Winners ColorChoice shrubs.

Proven Winners® Color...

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June 22, 2025 32 mins

CERTIFIED NURSERIES

Justin Valdez Director of Rose Research and Development

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington chats with Justin Valdez, the Director of Rose Research & Development of Certified Nurseries a leading producer and seller of garden roses serving customers throughout the U.S. Justin has recently been named as a 40 Under 40 Award Honoree by Greenhouse Product News (GPN) for his innovative...

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CRITTERS & CRUD:  Crown Gall & Chili Thrips Gaye Hammond, Master Rosarian

On this episode of Rose Chat, host Teresa Byington is joined by Gaye Hammond. Gaye will tackle two garden trouble makers, Crown Gall and Chili Thrips. It is hard to overstate the impact Gaye Hammond has had on the world of roses. Any time you have the opportunity to hear Gaye speak, we highly recommend you do! Roses and rose lovers have benefited gre...

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May 25, 2025 58 mins

ROSES 101 Suzanne Gilbert

Today we are going back to the basics. Rose Chat Host Teresa Byington is joined by Suzanne Gilbert, Past President of the Houston Rose Society and currently serving as secretary for the South-Central District of the American Rose Society. Today is the day for basic information that will be helpful to new rose growers as well as a refresher to those who have been growing for awhile. From choosing the r...

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May 11, 2025 30 mins

ALL ABOUT CLIMBING ROSES

Robin Jennings Senior Brand Marketing Manager at Heirloom Roses

In this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington is joined by Robin Jennings of Heirloom Roses. Join us as we dive into the beauty and versatility of climbing roses. From climbing roses' rich history and how they’ve evolved, to tips on planting, pruning, and training,  we cover everything you need to know to grow climbers succes...

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April 27, 2025 45 mins

A ROSEY APPROACH TO TRENDS

Rebecca Koraytem, David Austin Roses

On today’s episode, Rose Chat host Teresa Byington is joined by Rebecca Koraytem of David Austin Roses. Rebecca is here to share with us how roses fit perfectly into the current home and garden trends. Trends are always a fun and fascinating subject especially anything rosy!

 

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Executive Producer & On-Air Personality: Chris VanCleave - www.Redneck...

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April 13, 2025 59 mins

BECOMING A BACKYARD ROSE HYBRIDIZER Growing Roses from Seed Jeff Droullard, The Rose Dude

On today’s episode, Rose Chat Host Teresa Byington chats with Jeff Droullard, known on social media as The Rose Dude who has become a backyard rose hybridizer by growing roses from seed. Jeff is so enthusiastic about his hobby and is eager to inspire others! Growing roses from seeds is getting a lot of attention today and Jeff will take us s...

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March 23, 2025 46 mins

STRAIGHT FROM THE FARM TO YOU Tyler Francis & Brian Rhodes / Co-CEO’s of April & Ashley

On today’s podcast, Rose Chat host Teresa Byington chats with Tyler Francis and Brian Rhodes of Francis Roses about their new venture as Co-CEO’s of April & Ashley - a new source bringing farm fresh roses straight to your door. Tyler and Brain take us on the inside track and share about their partnerships, techniques, and the un...

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March 9, 2025 67 mins

WHY SPRAY WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE TO?| Paul Zimmerman and Michael Marriott

On this episode of Rose Chat, host Teresa Byington is joined by the dynamic duo of roses, Paul Zimmerman and Michael Marriott. Paul and Michael will tackle the very important subject of growing roses sustainably. They will walk us through steps to take to have beautiful roses without adding chemicals to your garden. 

GARDEN DESIGN TIPS AND TRICK Michael Ma...

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February 23, 2025 53 mins

SOIL & PLANT HEALTH

Leon Ginenthal, Der Rosenmeister Nursery

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington, chats with Leon Ginenthal, owner of Der Rosenmeister Nursery. Many if not most of us plant in soil that we know very little about even though it is the foundation of a healthy garden. Today, we’re going to take a look a the science behind soils and its implication on our garden practices. 

 

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February 9, 2025 26 mins

HERBAL PROPERTIES OF ROSES Jason Croutch, Fraser Valley Rose Farm

On today’s podcast host, Teresa Byington, chats with Jason Croutch, of Fraser Valley Rose Farm about the herbal properties of roses. For thousands of years roses have been used for so much more than an ornamental plant. Jason will cover topics such as how roses are used, safety, history, and practical applications. Join us as we take a look at the additional benefit...

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October 27, 2024 59 mins

THE LIFE & ROSES OF ANNE BELOVICH

Teddie Mower, Caretaker of Anne’s Garden

On today’s podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Teddie Mower, Anne Belovich’s Daughter-in-Law and the Caretaker of Anne’s rose garden which includes over 1,000 mostly heritage roses. Anne was a rose collector Rock Star and Teddie's main focus is to ensure that her rare and imported roses are conserved through propagation efforts for future generation...

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October 13, 2024 56 mins

Old Roses for Modern Gardens Anita Clevenger, Heritage Rose Advocate

On today’s episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington chats with Anita Clevenger, Heritage Rose Advocate, about why heritage roses have a place in modern gardens! We’ll take a look at the attributes of these survivors that have stood the test of time … bringing to the garden beauty, romance, fragrance, and their stories for generations.  ROSE NOTES ...

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ROOTED IN ROSES Bridging Generations of Gardeners Robin Jennings, Heirloom Roses

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with one of our favorite millennials Robin Jennings, the Senior Brand Marketing Manager at Heirloom Roses. Today we will tackle the very important topic of bridging generations of gardeners. We will take a look at who the new gardeners are, what they are looking for, and how seasone...

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September 8, 2024 54 mins

U.S. ROSE TRIALS PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE Gaye Hammond, Master Rosarian

On the episode Teresa chats with Master Rosarian Gaye Hammond. Gaye has been an integral part of several U.S. Rose Trials and has much to share with us regarding rose trials of the past, the present, and will take a peek into the future. Gaye will guide us into how they are conducted and the valuable role they play in bringing beautiful and healthy roses to our g...

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August 25, 2024 55 mins

STARTING OVER: A NEW ROSE GARDEN Suzanne Gilbert

In this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with former president of the Houston Rose Society and garden writer, Suzanne Gilbert about a recent move that took her from her beloved rose garden of 34 years to a new home and to start a new rose garden. Join us as this great friend and Master Rosarian shares the plan, the excitement and the surprises she encount...

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