Ards Rambler (H.T.)

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLIII, Issue 2, 14 July 1909, Page 42

Ards Rambler (H.T.)

One of the most fascinating climbing •r pillar roses it has been our privilege to distribute; a grand companion to Ards Rover, as its massive foliage—an indication of its vigour and robustness—lends a wonderful charm to it. . The blooms are of perfect form, the petals •re of huge size, very smooth and possessed of great substance; the colour is a velvety orange crimson, shading to rosy earmine at the base of the p?tals; deliciously and highly perfumed. Altogether a most desirable addition, being

perfectly formed, and of a singularly free flowering character. Climbing White Maman Cochet (H.T.) We truly believe it will prove to be absolutely the greatest acquisition of recent years amongst new roses. The flowers are, of course, identical with the lovely dwarf variety. The habit of the plant as a climber is certainly all that could be desired. It is all that has been •aid of it, being without shadow of doubt the best white climber. Elaine (H.T.) Award of merit, Temple Flower Show, ■l9OB. A magnificent, high-centred, large and full flower of palest lemon white, buds being slightly tipped with flesh pink and rose: in the way of Souvenir de Madame Eugene Verdier. but the flowers are not so much shaded with yellow; the petals are reflexed, and the outer ones pointed, giving the flower a distinct, cactus-like appearance when fully developed ; the blossoms are produced in great abundance; the individual flower is ■well up to exhibition standard. Florence Edith Conlthwaite iH.T.J. < Of the numerous noteworthy and beautiful varieties raised, not one can excel this superb rose. The flowers are large, full, and of perfectly imbricated form; the petals smooth, circular, and of great substance. The colour—which varies somewhat—is deep cream, stippled with bright rose on the inside of the petals and reflected on the back, thus creating an indescribable delicate orange and peach glow, which makes it absolutely unique in colour. Its varnished-like foliage is most striking and attractive, being broad and oval in shape, with orange mid rib and veination. It is delightfully perfumed, so that it must appeal to the taste of the most critical, whether for exhibition or decorative purposes. With age the colour becomes more pronounced. A glorious rose of the highest phase of beauty and distinctness; marvellously floriferous, and possessed of vigorous and erect growth, with free branching habiu

, Grace Molyneux (H.T.) A chaste rose of rare beauty and fascination, the habit of growth is perfection, every shoot producing a bloom. A veritable pearl for garden decoration, for button holes, and frequently for exhibition purposes. Disbudded and grown generously the flowers attain large size, and are possessed of faultless form. The colour is creamy apricot, flesh in the centre, the outer petals when developed are delicate creamy white inside, with faint pink sheen on reverse. Delightfully tea-perfumed and marvellously florifer-

ous; altogether a most decided acquisition, and a rose that will delight rose enthusiasts. George C. Wand (H.T.) This is a remarkably distinct and beautiful variety, possessing a shade of colour hitherto unknown amongst roses, ■which is a glowing orange vermillion, that does not fade. The flowers are large, full, perfectly formed, with highly

pointed centre. The growth is erect, robust, ajid flowering with great freedom. The brilliancy and distinctness of its colour alone warrants its inclusion in our novelties, as, wherever staged, it has been a centre of attraction. Highly tea-perfumed, without doubt one of the choicest and most magnificent roses we have ever sent out. Awarded Gold Medal N.R.S. May Alexandria Eippiatt. A beautiful red semi-climbing rose, with large, handsome, well-formed flowers, buds neat and attractive, strong foliage which is glossy green, raised by Mr Lippiatt and exhibited by him at the last rose show in Auckland. This is a fine rose nicely perfumed. Mrs. Longworth (Prince). This is a striped sport from that good old rose, H.T. Caroline Testout. It has the same habit and growth, and is a most continuous bloomer. The flowers are white, lightly splashed and striped with deep pink, giving a beautiful fresh appearance; very pleasing and unique. Molly Sharman Crawford (T.) Delicate eau-de-nil white, which, as the flower fully expands, becomes dazzling white. The flowers are large and full, perfectly formed, with a highly pointed centre. Vigorous and sturdy growth, flowering profusely and continuously. Rhea Reid (H.T.) As double as Bridesmaid; as fragrant as La France; as continuous as Bride; as red as Richmond. Has perfect constitution, which resists both mildew and black spot. This rose has been well exhibited during the past winter in the United States of America, and has received numerous awards. It is said to be a great advance upon both Liberty and Richmond. We have received splendid reports regarding this rose. Star of Queensland Is the direct result of hybridising Etoile de France with the Earl of Dufferin, Etoile de France being the mother parent, knowing that there has been a long-felt want in Australia to procure a very d.-jrk free-flowering rose with all the free-blooming qualities of the Teas and the rich colours of our best dark Hybrid Perpetuals. With this end in view I was induced to work at raising sueh a rose with determined effort to achieve the object. I am more than pleased to say my labours are crowned with success, and another laurel added for Australia.

I have decided to name it as above, Star of Queensland. Habit of tree is strong and vigorous; leaves firm and of good texture, also free from mildew. It is unusually free blooming; the blooms are as large as Etoile de France, with a nice wall when fully expanded. Colour very rieh deep velvety crimson, shaded with maroon, and a lovely sheen. Re-

verse of petals cardinal to cerise; petals of good substance, lasting well whea cut. Very sweet and highly perfumedOur best dark Tea roses do not approach it in richness of colour. I anticipate even greater admiration and demand for Star of Queensland than for my tos* Penelope, which is so much admired; and I believe most assuredly that Etoile de France will go down in front of it at no distant date. Jl