2019 Biltmore International Rose Trials

 
 
2019 Biltmore International Rose Trial Results
The Rose Chat Podcast crew had a blast at this year's rose trial event at the magnificent Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina.    
Rose Chat creator Chris VanCleave always says, “Good things happen when people and roses come together” and this weekend was no exception.
The Biltmore International Rose Trails brings the nation’s top rose breeders and growers together as a culmination of three years’ worth of trials that will ultimately determine some of the best roses produced in the world. 
Thanks to Paul Zimmerman, curator of the trial and Parker Andes, Director of Horticulture at Biltmore Estate for their hard work and dedication to the cause of sustainability.
 
2019 Biltmore International Rose Trial Results
 
Pauline Merrell Award – Best Hybrid Tea
Moonlight Romantica - Meilland
 
Edith Wharton Award - Best Floribunda
Bliss Parfuma - Kordes
 
Gilded Age Award – Best Climbing Rose
Cupid’s Kisses - Bedard
 
Chauncey Beadle Award – Best Shrub RoseCoral Knock Out - Radler
 
Lord Burleigh Award - Best Disease Resistance
Sweet Hips - Kapao
 
William Cecil Award - Best General Impression
Sweet Hips - Kapo
 
George & Edith Vanderbilt Award – Most Outstanding Rose
Coral Knock Out - Radler
Resource Links; Get a look at the blooms on Paul Zimmerman's Winners Page: http://paulzimmermanroses.com/resources/biltmore-international-rose-trials/2019-results/
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2018 Biltmore International Rose Trials

 2018 BILTMORE INTERNATIONAL ROSE TRIALS
 
The nation's top rose gardeners turned out in high style in the walled rose garden at the Biltmore Estate to decide the winners of the 2018 Biltmore Rose Trials. The Rose Chat Podcast team was on-site to judge and participate in the event and we captured it all for our listeners.
On this broadcast, you'll hear from Biltmore Director of Horticulture, Parker Andes, on the rich horticultural legacy at Biltmore Estate and we'll chat with Paul Zimmerman, Curator of the rose trials about how the trials work and how they benefit home gardeners. It's a show you don't want to miss! 
 
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An apricot-colored princess has captured the top prize at the recent finals of the 2018 Biltmore International Rose Trials. 
Princesse Charlene De Monaco (Meidysouk), a hybrid tea rose bred by House of Meilland in France, and distributed by Star Roses & Plants, took home the George and Edith Vanderbilt for Most Outstanding Rose of the trials.
The winning rose was among a collection of roses planted for trials in 2016 in the western border of Biltmore’s historic Rose Garden. Since 2011, Biltmore’s Rose Garden has been home to the trials in which nearly 200 varieties from growers and breeders worldwide have been planted and cared for by Biltmore’s expert horticulturalists. A permanent jury of rose experts judged the plantings four times a year during the trial’s two years.
In addition to winning the Best in Show Award, Princesse Charlene De Monaco won the Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil Award for Most Fragrant Rose, and the Pauline Merrell Award for Best Hybrid Tea.
Additional winners this year were:
Oso Easy Urban Legend (R. ‘ChewPatout’), bred by Chris Warner of Spring Meadow Nursery, winner of the Lord Burleigh Award for Best Disease Resistant, and the Chauncey Beadle Award for Best Shrub Rose.
Highwire Flyer (Radwire), bred by William Radler of Star Roses and Plants, winner of the Gilded Age Award for Climbing Rose, and the William Cecil Award for Best Growth Habit.
Shining Moment (Radshining), bred by William Radler of Star Roses and Plants, winner of the Edith Wharton Award for Best Floribunda.
Roses competing for this year’s titles came from breeders based in the U.S., France, Great Britain, and Germany. Trials of this type are open to rose breeders around the world – from professional to beginner. Competing roses are evaluated for overall health and rigor; fragrance; disease resistance; and the ability to repeat bloom.
 
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Biltmore Blooms | Emily Wilson

Biltmore’s gardens and grounds are flourishing this spring as a progression of colorful blooms blankets the estate, paying homage to the legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted and his final professional project--George Vanderbilt’s gardens at Biltmore. The estate’s celebration of Olmsted’s vision and the beauty of springtime, Biltmore Blooms runs through May 26, 2016.
The Rose Chat Podcast had an opportunity recently to chat with Biltmore Horticulturalist Emily Wilson about this special time of year, also about “Fashionable Romance: Wedding Gowns in Film” special exhibition of over 40 wedding dresses used in such films as "The Duchess." Emily shared with us some of the new roses planted in the walled garden of the estate and she also shared with us about how the Biltmore uses beneficial insects to combat pests in the garden. It's a conversation you don't want to miss. 
Enter to WIN! We're giving away two admission tickets to the Biltmore click HERE to enter to WIN!
For trip planning during Biltmore Blooms, stay up-to-date with what’s currently flowering with weekly reports from the estate’s Director of Horticulture, Parker Andes at Biltmore.com/bloomreport.

2015 Biltmore International Rose Trials

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9QEEPUvxRw]Have you ever wondered what goes on at a rose trial? Well the Rose Chat Podcast crew just returned from Asheville, North Carolina where we spent the weekend at the Biltmore International Rose TrialsRose Chat Podcast hosts Chris VanCleave & Teresa Byington take you through the process of evaluating the roses entered into this prestigious trial. The nation's top rose gardeners gather in the walled rose garden at George and Edith Vanderbilt's fabulous rose garden to judge roses sent from breeders around the world. Who will win the coveted "Best In Show" award?  Tune in above to find out! 

2014 Biltmore International Rose Trials

Full coverage of the 2014 Biltmore International Rose Trials featuring interviews with some of the nations top rosarians including, Linda Cobb, Lynn Hunt and Rebecca Reed. We'll also chat with Ben Hanna from Heirloom roses and Brad Yoder from Star Roses and plants to get a perpective on the trials from those who have roses entered in the trials. Rose Trials coordinator Paul Zimmerman of Paul Zimmerman Roses talks about the winners!  
 

Biltmore Estate Rosarian - Lucas Jack

Lucas Jack - Biltmore Estate Rosarian
Join us as we chat with Lucas Jack, the Biltmore Rosarian, will be with us to discuss what's going on in the garden, what they're adding to the garden and an update on the rose trials. Lucas brings a wealth of knowledge and energy to all things roses! Don't miss this interview.
About Biltmore: 
Discover the wonders of Biltmore™ in Asheville. Begin with the breathtaking beauty of 250-room Biltmore House — America's largest home® — and century-old gardens. Explore the 8,000-acre backyard through a variety of activities from horseback riding to rafting. Experience Antler Hill Village that connects the estate's present and past, providing a relaxing place for dining, shopping, historical exhibits, and new ways to enjoy Biltmore's hospitality. Finally, savor the long-lasting benefits of a luxurious getaway at the four-star inn, Inn on Biltmore Estate.  Biltmore Estate Website

Biltmore Estate Rose Garden | Lucas Jack - Rosarian

  Lucas S. Jack - Biltmore Rosarian Lucas Jack has served as Biltmore’s Rosarian since 2011. In this role, his responsibilities include overseeing the care of 1,800 roses in the Historic Rose Garden and maintaining the space as a world class show garden for guests within the Historic Walled Garden. Lucas is also involved in research and restoration projects related to the Rose Garden, including efforts to restore the garden to the lush opulence it enjoyed in the 1930s. In addition, Lucas oversees Biltmore’s International Rose Trials.   At the age of 14, Lucas began working in landscaping and operated his own business for several years. In 2004, he interned with Biltmore’s Arboriculture Department. Three years later, Lucas graduated from Haywood Community College with a degree in Forestry. Lucas serves on the board of directors for the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville. He and his wife are the proud parents of one child and are expecting another.   A National Historic Landmark, Biltmore is the private home of the late George W. Vanderbilt, now owned by his grandson, William A. V. Cecil. The property, which has been open to the public since 1930, is completely self-sufficient and receives no outside funding. Biltmore includes America’s largest private residence, Biltmore House, designed by renowned 19th century architect Richard Morris Hunt, and the surrounding 8,000 acres of gardens and forests, landscaped by Frederick Law Olmsted. Today, Biltmore has grown to include Antler Hill Village, which features the award-winning Winery and Antler Hill Farm; the four-star Inn on Biltmore Estate; Equestrian Center; numerous restaurants; event and meeting venues; and Biltmore For Your Home, the company’s licensed products division.