For rose enthusiasts eager to stay up on garden trends, Star Roses and Plants’ recent releases offer an exciting glimpse into the future of rose gardening. In one of her popular videos, Kimberley, known affectionately as The Rose Geek, takes viewers through an enticing preview of these stunning introductions, blending her passion for roses with practical advice on sourcing these varieties. Follow along in the video here:
Ball Gown – A Romantic Statement
One of the highlights of this year’s releases is ‘Ball Gown,’ a standout from the Romantica® collection by Meilland. Known for their lush, highly-petaled blooms and intoxicating fragrance, Romantica roses have already earned their place in many gardens with favorites like Earth Angel and Bliss. ‘Ball Gown’ continues this tradition, presenting a delicately light pink hybrid tea that can grow up to six feet tall and two to three feet wide. Its elegant appearance and robust fragrance make it a natural fit for romantic garden spaces. Kimberley notes that this particular variety will be available exclusively from Edmonds this season, so eager gardeners should act quickly to secure their orders.
PowerPuff™ Pink – Frilly and Fun
Another exciting introduction is ‘PowerPuff™ Pink,’ a floribunda rose bred by Dr. James Sproul. With its frilly, medium pink blooms and compact, bushy growth habit, ‘PowerPuff™ Pink’ offers a delightful addition to beds and borders. Growing to about three and a half to four feet tall and two feet wide, it provides vibrant color and reliable repeat blooming. This variety will be available through Menagerie in an early pre-release, with wider availability anticipated in future seasons.
Desert Sky™ – Warm Tones for Fall
Looking ahead to fall pre-orders, ‘Desert Sky™’ (‘Meillersroc’) promises to capture attention with its striking salmon-orange blooms. This floribunda, reminiscent of the beloved ‘Summer Song,’ grows to approximately two and a half feet both in height and width. Its warm, unique coloring adds a vibrant contrast to garden palettes, standing out as a bold centerpiece or complementing other warm-toned roses.
Cherries & Champagne™ – A Bicolor Beauty
‘Cherries & Champagne™’ is another remarkable hybrid tea making waves. Its red to deep pink cuplike petals open to reveal a creamy yellow reverse, creating a glamorous bicolor effect. The abundant, large double blooms, each with around 50 petals, emit a light sweet fragrance that adds to its allure. This bushy, upright rose reaches three to four feet in height and about three feet in width, making it a striking focal point in any garden. Its glossy green foliage not only enhances its visual appeal but also offers strong disease resistance, ensuring a healthy, vibrant plant throughout the growing season.
Compact Sunblaze® Series Expands
For gardeners seeking more compact roses, the Sunblaze® series expands with two charming additions.
Sunblaze® Dragon Fruit is covered with deep pink flowers that make a bold statement. This extremely disease-resistant variety grows to about 18 inches tall and wide, making it perfect for front-of-border plantings or container gardens. Its compact, bushy habit and slight fragrance add versatility and charm to tighter spaces.
Similarly, Sunblaze® Watermelon displays vibrant red blooms that are very disease resistant. Also reaching approximately 18 inches in height and width, this miniature rose is ideal for containers, bringing bold patio color from spring to fall. Its ease of growth and continuous blooming make it a delightful addition to any garden setting.
Explore More with Star Roses and Plants
Kimberley encourages viewers to explore the full Star Roses and Plants catalog for more inspiration, highlighting not only their rose introductions but also a range of perennials. A link to the detailed brochure is available in the video description, allowing garden enthusiasts to browse the complete collection at their leisure.
These new rose introductions for 2024 showcase a vibrant blend of colors, forms, and fragrances, reflecting the ongoing creativity and dedication of rose breeders. Whether adding height and fragrance with ‘Ball Gown’ or bright pops of color with ‘Desert Sky™,’ this year’s releases promise something special for every garden. Kimberley’s insights and recommendations make the process of selecting and sourcing these roses both enjoyable and rewarding, ensuring that viewers can bring the beauty of these exceptional blooms into their own outdoor spaces.
