The rose is one of the most popular plants and new varieties become available every year. Although you may think a specific type of rose is perfect, you will need to make sure that it is rated for your state’s zone. Many roses are delicate and cannot withstand harsh winters. By figuring this out in advance, you can save a lot of money on your rose garden.
Several new varieties of roses will be available to the general public in 2008. They include The Imposter, which is a star rose. It is a lovely shade of dark pink with a darker star shape that appears on the petals as it matures. The inner center is a dark gold. This rose is at its best when it is completely open. Ruby Ruby is a deep red rose that has been introduced this year. The foliage is very dark green and has a glossy sheen.
The Coffee Bean variety is perfect for cooler climates. It is a chocolately red and will get to more of a cocoa color the cooler the climate. The Wing Ding is a late season bloomer that mixes deep red with a delightful yellow center. Once again, this rose is at its best when it is completely open.
There are several new climbing roses this season as well. Jacob’s Ladder is promising to be one of the most popular. The blooms are multi-colored and the plant is extremely resistant to disease. This one is a very stable grower that improves with each year. The Winner’s Circle is a bright crimson climber with gorgeous deep green foliage. As they age, the blooms turn into a dark burgundy. At the end of the growing season, bright orange rose hips will be visible.
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