Rose Chat Podcast

NATURAL ROSE GARDENING Rita Perwich, Author   On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington welcomes Rita Perwich to chat about her new book, Natural Rose Gardening:The Organic Guide to Growing Amazing Blooms!  Rita is an American Rose Society Consulting Rosarian and Master Gardener who brings years of experience and a passion for growing beautiful roses organically. In her book s...

SAVE THE RAMBLERS PROJECT Claude Graves On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with highly decorated rosarian Claude Graves. Claude has served in numerous positions at the local and national level. Claude is the recipient of the Silver Medal, the Gold Medal, and in 2021 was the recipient of one of the American Rose Society’s highest honors, the Klima Award for excelle...

MY BLOOMING PASSION Katy Banks (AKA Rose Lady Katy)   On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Katy Banks, a third-generation rose gardener who planted her first rose in 1993. Since then, her passion for roses has flourished into a garden she calls Rose Hill, where she now cultivates approximately 600 roses. If you follow her on social media (as Rose Lady Katy), yo...

CEMETERY ROSES Connie Hilker On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with self-confessed history geek, Connie Hilker. Connie has done extensive research in many aspects of rose culture, but today we will focus on her tireless work with cemetery roses. What exactly are cemetery roses? Who planted them? And why are they important to us today? Join us not only to learn, b...

COLD CLIMATE SURVIVORS Canadian and Buck Roses Matt Douglas, High Country Roses   On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with a fan favorite, Matt Douglas, owner of High Country Roses. Today, they delve into the world of Cold Climate Survivors, specifically focusing on Canadian and Buck Roses. Join us to learn more about the people behind the roses, their breeding pra...

P. Allen Smith on Moss Mountain Farm: A Sense of Place | Rose Chat Podcast What can a garden teach us about the way we live? On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, Teresa Byington sits down with celebrated gardener, author, television host, conservationist and landscape designer P. Allen Smith to talk about his new book, Moss Mountain Farm: A Sense of Place. For decades, P. Allen Smith has enco...

VICTORIAN BEAUTY: THE BOURBON ROSE Jason Croutch: Fraser Valley Rose Farm On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast host Teresa Byington chats with Jason Croutch of Fraser Valley Rose Farm. Together, they explore the fascinating history of these Victorian favorites and share what makes them so special—from their unique history to their beauty and old-world charm. If you’ve ever been curious about B...

MY ROSE TRACKER Kimberley Dean, The Rose Geek On this episode of the Rose Chat podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Kimberley Dean. You may know her as The Rose Geek on social media. Kimberley has taken her passion for roses and those who grow them to the next level in developing an innovative online resource to help fellow gardeners find roses they are looking for and where those roses are fo...

New Garden / New Rules Dr. Malcolm Manners, Retired Professor of Horticultural Science On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington welcomes Dr. Malcolm Manners, recently retired Professor of Horticultural Science at Florida Southern College. During his academic career, Dr. Manners specialized in fruit production, roses, and propagation techniques for a wide range of crops. In 20...

ROSE STUDY GARDEN RENOVATION Blending History with Today Ron Daniels, Master Rosarian On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Ron Daniels, a Master Rosarian, former president of the Nashville Rose Society, and longtime volunteer. Ron oversees the society’s garden project at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, where the study garden recently underwent a major renovatio...

FRAGRANCE IN ROSES Carolyn Elgar, Master Rosarian On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington welcomes Master Rosarian Carolyn Elgar to chat about rose fragrance. Carolyn takes us through the history of fragrant roses, exploring their significance from centuries past to the present day and the science behind the fragrance factor. Carolyn also highlights roses that have earned pr...

GARDEN FOR LIFE Strategies for Easier, Greener, More Joyful Gardening as We Age Rhonda Fleming Hayes On this episode of the Rose Chat podcast, host Teresa Byington chat with Rhonda Fleming Hayes about her new book, Garden for Life: Strategies for Easier, Greener, More Joyful Gardening as We Age. Drawing on a lifetime of gardening experience and her gift for storytelling, Rhonda shares practical id...

HOW A ROSE BECOMES A STAR Stephanie Waltz, Star Roses Rose Trials Coordinator On this episode, Rose Chat host Teresa Byington chats with Stephanie Waltz, the Rose Trials Coordinator for Star Roses and Plants. Stephanie will discuss the meticulous process their roses undergo to earn the prestigious Star Roses designation and share her expert insights into the latest trends in rose cultivation. We’l...

BUILDING A BETTER ROSE SOCIETY Beverly Rose Hopper, Master Rosarian On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Beverly Rose Hopper, who has held several leadership roles in the Mother Lode Rose Society. Today, she’ll share how she and like-minded rose enthusiasts set out to renovate their rose society and rebuild it even better! Don’t miss this insightful master clas...

ROSE SHOW WINNERS FROM A NO-SPRAY GARDEN Baldo Villegas, Entomologist   Today on the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington welcomes a beloved figure in the rose community, Baldo Villegas, the  State Entomologist for California. Known affectionately as the “Bug Man” in rose circles, Baldo delves into a different facet of his rose expertise today—exhibition roses. As a highly decorated winner, he...

FIND YOUR BLOOMATE: Lessons from the Philadelphia Flower Show Robin Jennings, Heirloom On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Robin Jennings, Senior Brand Marketing Manager at Heirloom Roses. Robin recaps Heirloom’s recent experience at the Philadelphia Flower and breaks down the questions they heard from new and non-rose growers reaching for their “perfect bloom...

DAVID AUSTIN ROSES Liam Beddall, Head Rosarian On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with the Head Rosarian of David Austin Roses, Liam Beddall. We’ll delve into the history of David Austin Roses and discuss Mr. Austin’s unique vision that had a nod to the past while looking to the future. We’ll also explore the behind-the-scenes processes that give us these special...

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE ON ROSES Paul Zimmerman, Garden Designer, Writer, Tour Guide On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, we kick off our 15th season with host Teresa Byington welcoming Paul Zimmerman, an experienced rosarian and tour guide with a passion for exploring rose gardens around the globe. With his extensive travels and insights, Paul is perfectly suited to share how rose growing varie...

A BLOOMING FUTURE FOR ARS & ARC Carrie Bergs American Rose Society Vice President Marilyn Wellan American Rose Center Committee Chairman In a week that has sent ripples through the rose community, the American Rose Society and the American Rose Center announced that they will move forward as two independent organizations. The news has sparked curiosity, concern, and plenty of questions about h...

LANDSCAPING WITH ANTIQUE ROSES Mike Shoup: Heritage Rose Foundation President On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, Host Teresa Byington is joined by Mike Shoup, horticulturalist, garden writer, founder of the Antique Rose Emporium, and currently the Heritage Rose Foundation President. Mike’s passion for all plants began in childhood, but this passion took on a new life when he found himself “...

PLANT HYBRIDIZATION: ROSES and MORE! Dr. David Zlesak, Professor of Horticulture On today’s episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Dr. David Zlesak, a leading expert in rose hybridization and rose research. Topics for today will be his hybridization programs, the roses and other plants he currently has in commerce, and exploring what lies ahead. Don’t miss this opportuni...

Restoration Rose Susan Lyell Young: Owner, Grower & Maker On today’s episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Susan Lyell Young, the owner of Restoration Rose. Susan founded this company to provide cut blooms to florists, create petal-infused skin care products, candles, and soaps. To serve the floral community during the winter months, Susan has a new venture — Restor...

Dr. Walter Van Fleet from Medicine to Roses Connie Hilker Heritage Rose Foundation Trustee On today’s episode, Rose Chat Host Teresa Byington chats with Connie Hilker about one of Connie’s favorite rose heroes, Dr. Walter Van Fleet. Born in 1857, Dr. Van Fleet initially pursued a career in medicine for ten years before transitioning to the world of horticulture becoming a renowned plant breeder, e...

TIME TO DOWNSIZE MY GARDEN Dee Nash, Gardener, Writer, Podcaster and Garden Coach In this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Dee Nash, cohost of The Gardenangelists Podcast . Dee recently made a decision that many gardeners can relate to: downsizing her garden. Tune in to this insightful and informative podcast to hear about Dee’s journey and to gain valuable insight...

MINIATURE ROSES   Matt Douglas, High Country Roses On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, host Teresa Byington chats with Matt Douglas, the owner of High Country Roses. They discuss a unique class of roses that come in a smaller package known as Miniature Roses. Matt shares a wealth of knowledge about these roses, including their history, care tips, and the miniatures available on the market to...