Rose Chat Podcast

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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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...

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...

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...

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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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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

WATERWISE ROSES Mark Mason Taylor

Mark Mason Taylor is a consulting rosarian and strategic development chair for the Utah Rose Society. He is QWEL Certified licensed landscaper and was the American Rose Society “Rising Star” award recipient. His day job is as a Data Scientist for Northrop Grumman Space Systems. In 2021 Mark founded a worker’s co-op committed to water conservation. Perfume Punk specializes in low-water rose gardens...

FRAGRANT ROSES  Matt Douglas, High Country Roses

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, Host Teresa Byington chats with Matt Douglas, owner of High Country Roses about one of the most amazing attributes of the rose - her fragrance. We'll take a look at some of the most fragrant roses from old garden roses to modern roses that are on the market today.

You just might learn about roses that would fit perfectly in your garden and a...

NEW HORIZON ROSES Rating Roses for Exhibition Suzanne Horn, Editor

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Suzanne Horn, the current editor of the American Rose Society’s publication, New Horizon Roses. This ARS publication is dedicated to providing up-to-the-minute information from national growers on exhibition quality roses. Suzanne is a successful exhibitor, speaker, writer, Master Consulting...

MENAGERIE FARM & FLOWER

Felicia Alvarez, Founder

On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington, chats with Felicia Alvarez, founder of Menagerie Farm and Flower. Menagerie Farm is a rose farm and nursery nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley. Don't miss this inspiring episode as we hear from Felicia who believes daily life doesn't have to be ordinary and strives each day to grow products that will make ...