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Friday WOW! The Van Lear Rose

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

This beautiful rose was introduced in 2011 by Select Roses and is named to honor country music legend Loretta Lynn’s 50 year anniversary in the music industry. Still new in my garden, these first year bloom have been show stoppers! … Continue reading →

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Why I Grow Roses

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Rose gardening expert Chris VanCleave, aka “The Redneck Rosarian” shares the heartfelt story of why he grows roses. Chris says, “Roses tend to bring out the best in people, I know they have brought out the best in me.” Continue reading →

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Beautiful Climbing Rose – Soaring Spirits

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

Chris VanCleave, aka “The Redneck Rosarian” shares a favorite climber in his Alabama Rose Garden. Continue reading →

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Sunday’s Bloom – ‘Opening Night’ Hybrid Tea

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Chris VanCleave - America's Favorite Rose Gardener

We planted two shrubs of this beautiful rose in our garden last fall. I had seen it many times at rose shows and it had been on my “must have” list for several years. In general, I don’t expect much … Continue reading →