Rose Chat Podcast

Rose Chat Podcast

Exploring the World of Roses...

Episodes

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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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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August 11, 2024 65 mins

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...

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July 14, 2024 46 mins

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...

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June 23, 2024 41 mins

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...

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June 9, 2024 53 mins

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 ...

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May 26, 2024 40 mins

GROWING ROSES IN CONTAINERS Jason Croutch, Fraser Valley Rose Farm

On this episode of The Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington is joined by Jason Croutch of Fraser Valley Rose Farm. Jason shares his favorite roses to grow in containers as well as tips to help us be successful. Regardless of your soil type or the size of your garden, growing in containers gives us all more options. 

 

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May 12, 2024 37 mins

BRINGING A ROSE TO MARKET

Heidi Mortensen, Rose Portfolio Manager

Star Roses and Plants

 

On the episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington is joined by Heidi Mortensen, Rose Portfolio Manager of Star Roses and Plants. Heidi directs the introduction of roses from breeders around the world into the US & Canada. In addition to breeders, she works closely with growers, sales reps, retail leaders, liner suppliers and any...

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April 14, 2024 41 mins
WHAT'S NEW AT DAVID AUSTIN ROSES Rebecca Koraytem, US Sales Executive     On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington is joined by Rebecca Koraytem, U. S. Sales Executive for David Austin Roses. This chat is one of our annual favorites as we take a look at what's new in the beautiful and charming world of English Roses. Rebecca will also announce a Rose Giveaway for the Rose Chat community! NEW DAVID AUSTIN RO...

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ROOTED IN TIME: Saving Roses for Future Generations John Bagnasco, Chairman of Save the Roses! Foundation   On this bonus episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, our host Teresa Byington delves into the captivating world of rose conservation with guest John Bagnasco. We’ll be highlighting the critical efforts underway to preserve the diversity and heritage of rose varieties. John takes us on a journey through the history, challenges, a...
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March 24, 2024 36 mins
GROWING ROSES IN OKLAHOMA The Good, The Bad, The Ugly Dee Nash, Gardener, Writer, Podcaster   On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington is joined by Dee Nash. Dee is from Oklahoma where gardening can have its challenges. With expertise and wit, Dee will share from her years of experience the good, the bad, and even the ugly of growing roses in Oklahoma. Regardless of where you live, you will greatly benefit fro...
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March 10, 2024 42 mins
SPRING IN MY ROSE GARDEN Cindy Dale, ARS District Director / Deep South District   Award-winning gardener Cindy Dale is here today to walk us through the steps she takes to open her rose garden in the spring! Cindy grows in the deep south but all of us have much to learn from her experiences in the rose garden!   CINDY'S GARDEN      

 

 

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