Lyn, you're so right about all roses being in jeopardy. Any thinking person who reads this should be concerned. I don't know how far away we are from a RRV field test but we all need it or something like it. In the meantime we'll have to be content to figure out what's out there and where it is.
Alana, I knew you had Charles Walker Mignonette, too but was unaware that you were the one who sent it to Linda at Long Ago roses. I'm so glad you did. This is a great rose for the Appalachian South, among other places.
Arturo, I agree with you. We are in the early stage of understanding genetic combinations and how they work. If we can hold on to these roses before they disappear, they may be valuable to us someday in ways we'd never have predicted.
Fisherwoman, I think this is a concern we all share. I don't have any brilliant ideas or words of wisdom. I wish I did.
Jeri, I like Lens roses. I have Heavenly Pink and I'm surprised at how healthy and versatile it is despite getting the barest minimum of care. Surely roses like White Surprise could be used as a barrier instead of trees and shrubbery that will later outgrow their space. I don't know why Lens roses aren't more popular here.
I wonder about how eager cities will be to welcome roses with RRV on their radar now.
i love 'Carolyn Supinger'. I think it's stunning and can't believe it's a mini. Maybe someday it will make its way to my garden. Well, I can dream...
