The Wedgwood Rose (AUSjosiah) climber rose bred by David C. H. Austin (UK, 2009) and introduced in UK (2009). The 3.5-inch rose-pink, blush reverse blooms have moderate, clove, fruity fragrance and more than 41 petals. This rose repeats well and is very healthy in my garden. Helen

Chick-a-dee (MORchick) miniature rose bred by Ralph S. Moore (US, 1990). The pink stripes blooms have mild fragrance and up to 50 petals. The parents: seed:Cécile Brunner | pollen: Dortmund × { Fairy Moss × [ Little Darling × Ferdinand Pichard]}. I just got this rose as a small own root, and it already blooms all the time and very healthy in my garden. I love it.

Twister (MORtwister) miniature climber rose bred by Ralph S. Moore (US, 1997). The 1.5-inch white blend, red stripes rosette blooms have strong fragrance and 41+ petals. I just got this rose as a small own root and it blooms all the time and very healthy in my garden. The parents: seed: Little Darling × Yellow Magic (miniature, Moore 1970) | pollen: Shadow Dancer (LCL, Moore 1998) I love it.

Roller Coaster (MACminmo/Minnie Mouse) miniature rose climber bred by Samuel Darragh McGredy IV (1980) and introduced in New Zealand. The 2.5-inch red and white striped blooms have none to mild fragrance and 9-16 petals. The parents of this rose are: Super Sid × Stars 'n' Stripes. I normally don't collect semi-double roses, however, I love the striking colors of this rose and am glad that I can have this rose in my garden this year. Helen

Marriotta, a miniature rose bred by Samuel Darragh McGredy IV (1981). The petals of this rose are so unique that you almost think that it's not a rose. The 1.5-inch blooms have deep pink color with mild fragrance. It's very healthy in my garden and blooms all the time. Helen

Twister and Roller Coaster are en route to me from Burlington, but now I wish I'd snapped up a Marriotta too. Next year :) Beautiful photos.

Louise Clements (CLElou) shrub rose bred by John Clements (US, before 1996) and introduced int he US (1996). The 4-inch bright orange blooms have moderate fragrance and up to 70 petals. The parent of this rose is Graham Thomas. This rose blooms all the time and is very healthy in my garden.

Painted Porcelain (WEKmostadabre) hybrid tea rose bred by Christian Bédard (US, before 2019) and introduced in US (2021). The 3.5-inch cream, pink streaks, stripes, ages to pink blooms have up to 25 petals. This is a early release 2021 rose, and I will keep an eye on it.

Pink Intuition (DELstrifram) hybrid tea rose discovered by Arnaud Delbard (France, before 2003) and introduced in France (2003). The 3-inch pink, white stripes blooms have mild fragrance. This rose is sport of Red Intuition. This rose repeats well but has average health in my garden. Helen

Red Intuition (DELstriro) florist/hybrid tea rose discovered by Guy Delbard (France, 1999) and introduced in France (2004). The 4.75-inch red, dark red streaks, stripes, flecks blooms have up to 39 petals. This rose is a sport of Belle Rouge (hybrid tea, Delbard 1996). This rose repeats well but only has average health in my garden. Helen

Helen, these look fantastic! Your photography is outstanding too.

@Sheila z8a Rogue Valley OR Thank you for the kind words.

Dorcas shrub rose bred by Dr. Griffith J. Buck (US, 1984). The pink and yellow stippled blooms have up to 40 petal. The parents: Minigold × Freckle Face (shrub, Buck, 1976). I just got this rose so I will keep an eye on it to see how it will perform in my garden. Helen

This is my first year growing clematis. Venosa Violacea clematis was bred in 1883 and is one of the well known favorites. The 4-inch purple with white stripe blooms have purple stamens. It can grow to 13ft long. This clematis belongs to the third group of clematis which flowers in late summer on growth made in the same season and should be hard pruning in late winter (cut back the stems to a pair of strong buds about 1ft above ground level.) Helen

Wow! Absolutely GORGEOUS, bayarea girl!

I am amazed by how many unusual roses you grow and how well they all grow for you! I'm a little envious. Not to mention, your photography of these roses is exceptional. Thank you for sharing them with us.

I'm a little envious all the way around, as well, but in a good way!!! It's just amazing and inspirational. I got Bathsheba for my friend's garden and can't wait to see her bloom. those pictures are particularly sublime.

@cactusandroses(ABQ, z7a) Thank you. Those are good roses. I can't wait to see their pics in your garden.

@seil zone 6b MI Thank you for the kind words.

@Kes Z 7a E Tn Thank you. I think it's the photography trick. I always remove diseased leaves before taking pics and that's why the pics often look nice.

@Vaporvac Z6-OhioRiverValley(zone 6: Ohio River Valley) I agree that Bathsheba is a perfect rose. I think it will make every rose gardener happy. Helen

Oh my goodness!!!! Your Pink/Red Intuition roses are incredible!!! Absolutely jaw dropping!!! Your Bathesheba and Wedgeworth are fabulous...and like everyone else has said...your photography is top notch!! I also love your Marriotta!! For me, your Intuitions steal the show...they are the best photos I've ever seen of those roses!!! SWOON!!!

I also love the clematis...especially the purple stamens!!!

These are all so beautiful...I always love seeing photos of the wedgewood rose it has such unique petals.

@rosecanadian(Zone 3 - overwinter in pots in garage) Thank you Carol. Intuitions have very unique striped colors. I can't wait when they are more mature in my garden. Hopefully, their health will improve as they get bigger.

@pippacovalent Thank you. I agree that Wedgwood has very unique pointed petals, and any David Austin roses with unique features are special :) Helen

Beautiful roses and lovely clematis Helen!

Ann

All your roses and clematis are so beautiful! But those Intuition roses...they are out of this world! The combination of the dark and light red/pink stripes is just stunning! Your Painted Porcelain looks pretty outstanding too!

Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures,

damask_rose : )

Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures!! I always adore your Mariotta and the Chick A Dee Rose is one I had never seen before! Now it is on my wish list.

Thank you for sharing your beautiful rose pictures. They are so pretty. I love Intuition. I had the Pink one, but as soon as I planted it started to grow backwards. It was on fortuniana root stock. I have never been successful in digging up anything on fortuniana. They have very shallow and spread out roots. I think the Intuitions are supposed to do well here in Florida. I had wanted to get another, but since it did not have scent, I kind of decided not to get one. However, after looking at your lovely pictures, I may have to reconsider it.

Also, does your Painted Porcelain have any fragrance?

Sharon

@Ann9BNCalif Thank you Ann.

@damask_rose_zone9b Thank you. I feel the same about Intuition roses, too :)

@joeywyomingz4b Thank you and good choice!

@sharon2079 Thank you. Painted Porcelain doesn't have fragrance. I'm thinking of giving mine away because I got it for its special look. However it only has a short time with the beautiful look and because it doesn't have a lot of petals its fully open look isn't amazing to me. Helen

Your Bathsheba is breathtaking 🥰

@sultry_jasmine_nights (Florida 9a) Thank you. It's my top favorite rose :) Helen

Helen, you have such a delightful assortment of roses that I have never

seen before, those minis are so cute.

I am a fan of Louise

I love her color. How tall is she for you ?

Helen, I’m not a red girl but that Intuition picture is amazing! I already got basheba on it’s way & now adding the Wedgwood to my list 🙈 I know you have geoff Hamilton too, which one do you do you prefer (Geof x Wedgwood)?

@Kristine LeGault 8a pnw Thanks Kristine. If you are talking about Augusta Luise, it's 4ft H.

@CeresMer Zone 7a NJ Thank you. I love both so it depends on the location. If you are looking for a shrub, go with Geoff Hamilton. If you are looking for a climber, go with The Wedgewood Rose. Helen

@berrypie7 Here are my 10 favorites:

Climbers: Bathsheba, Spirit of Freedom, Quick Silver, Evelyn, Teasing Georgia, and Strawberry Hill

Shrubs: Augusta Luise, Pompon Veranda, Neil Diamond, and Munstead Wood

Helen

Thank you so much Helen, I have wanted to ask you for months but thought I would just be patient and try to figure it out from what you post.

What you and Lily think of Bathsheba persuaded me to hold on to her long enough to see the beauty unfold.

@berrypie7 Bathsheba is a perfect rose in my garden. I love it. Helen