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Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 3 Western Australia, Series 3

Volume 1

Number 1 January- February,1952 Article 21

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New arrivals in the rose world New arrivals in the rose world

C. C. Hillary

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NEW ARRIVALS IN THE

ROSE WORLD

By C. C. HILLARY

HAISHA, a full sister to the popular Peace hybrid tea

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ORE new roses have been introduced since the war ended than in any similar period previously. In the past, however, new roses have not always meant better roses, and what is most pleasing about this latest batch of novelties is that quite a number show a distinct improvement over the older sorts. More especially is this improvement apparent in the newer hybrid polyantha roses which are now available in a range of colours undreamt of only a few years ago.

Perhaps the most outstanding of the newer hybrid tea roses is the variety Madame A. Meilland, which is also known by the name of "Peace." It is so different in style, shape and colour from all other hybrid teas that many consider it to be forerunner of a new race of garden roses. The blooms are very large, well-formed, and of globular appearance. The colour is creamy-yellow, with pink markings on the tips of the petals.

At its best, it is a very beautiful rose indeed, but the colour pales sometimes in strong sunlight. The growth is excel- lent, and the light green foliage attractive and mildew-resistant to a marked degree.

Three new multi-coloured roses which are certain to become popular in the near future are President Nomblett, Madame Kriloff, and Lamplighter.

Shades of copper, salmon, gold and scarlet have been fashioned into a delightful colour combination by the first two varieties, while Lamplighter fairly glows with the brilliance of its orange and deep pink colouring. All three have a vigorous, upright habit of growth and carry a plentiful supply of foliage.

SOME NEW REDS

Of the new red roses, Enid Harkness is likely to win most favour, although her full brother, William Harvey (they both came from the same seed hip) produces better-shaped flowers during hot weather. In spring and autumn the blooms of Enid Harkness are beautifully formed and a rich, velvety sheen on the inner face of the petals adds much to their charm. William Harvey is a larger rose—too large for the stems to carry with comfort in the autumn—but at other times it is delightful and has a most pronounced fragrance. Both are vigorous growers and bloom continuously throughout the year.

Charles Mallerin is another crimson rose of undoubted merit which is certain to achieve wide popularity. It is exceptionally dark, has an attractive, lustrous glow on the petals, and the blooms, which are large, full and fragrant, are carried on long stiff stems. The growth is exceptionally vigorous and the foliage is not so prone to mildew as it is with most other red varieties.

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112 J O U R N A L O F A G R I C U L T U R E , W. A. [Jan.-Feb., 1952 Another lovely red rose worthy of

mention is Charles Gregory. This is not a large rose, but, except during the hot- test weather, it is beautifully formed, and an orange glow at the base of the flowers gives it a distinctive appearance.

Charles Gregory is an ideal rose for vase work and, as the plants grow well and flower freely, it should prove an ac- quisition in any garden.

LOWELL THOMAS, a new hybrid tea which has gained many adherents

POPULAR PINKS

Of the many new pink roses, I think the variety Rubaiyat deserves premier place. It is one of the most vigorous- growing roses in existence and is never without flowers, except when the bushes are pruned in winter. The deep pink blooms hold their colour well in bright sunshine and are sweetly perfumed.

Rubaiyat has already won high honours in America, where it is regarded as an ideal rose both for garden and exhibi- tion. It is certain to be widely planted in this State as soon as its good qualities are better known.

Another new pink rose which can be recommended is Verschuren's Pink.

Somewhat paler in colour than Rubaiyat, it is exceptionally well shaped and lasts well both on the bush and when cut.

Rod Stillman, a new Australian variety, and Katherine T. Marshall, a newcomer from America, are two other pink roses well worth consideration. Both roses grow very well and flower with consider- able freedom. A touch of salmon seems only to enhance the beauty of the pink colouring in the well-shaped blooms.

SUPERB NEW YELLOWS Several superb yellow roses provide a welcome addition to a colour section which has always been somewhat weak.

One of the best of these is Lowell Thomas

—a tall-growing variety with intense yellow blooms which hold their colour as well in bright sunshine as any other yellow rose in commerce. At times a reddish flush seems only to increase the depth of colouring. The growth is good and the plants are rarely without flowers.

Hunter's Moon, a new Irish rose in a pleasing shade of lemon, is another new variety which holds its colour very well.

The blooms are long-pointed, well- shaped, and carried on long stems which are plentifully endowed with foliage in a most appropriate shade of green.

Eleanor L. Grice, has deep yellow blooms which I am sure will prove an acquisi- tion, more especially as they are sweetly fragrant—an unusual quality in yellow roses. Eleanor grows well and is most generous with her flowers, which are always well-shaped.

Among the newer hybrid polyantha roses there are many delightful kinds which can be used in a variety of ways.

For low borders about 18 inches high

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Jan.-Peb., 1952] JOURNAL OF A G R I C U L T U R E , W. A. 113 there is the lovely Pinkie. I know of

nothing in the rose world which has greater appeal. With its hundreds of dainty buds and blossoms, a single bush is a cameo in itself, while a row of plants makes a picture which is just a sheer delight.

Then there is Alain, a new French creation, which carries masses of sweetly-perfumed, double, c r i m s o n flowers of large size in clusters of 20 and more on a stem. A single plant will easily fill a space a yard square and provide a rich splash of colour for most of the year but, like most other polyantha roses, it is most effective when a number of plants are massed togther in a large bed.

WATER SAMPLES FOR TESTING

CAMPLES of water for stock, irrigation

*-} and domestic purposes, are analysed by the Government Chemical Labora- tories, Adelaide Terrace, Perth, on com- pliance with the following:—

A. Each sample should:—

(a) Be approximately one pint of water in a clean container which has been previously rinsed with the water to be tested.

(b) Be clearly marked with the sender's name, address and date of sampling.

(c) Be securely packed and ad- dressed to the Government Chemical Laboratories.

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Two other superb creations which have thrilled everyone with their lovely offer- ings are Fashion and Vogue. Both are sisters and both are beautiful. Fashion favours coral salmon, while Vogue leans more towards salmon pink. Both grow equally well and are profuse with their flowers. For the creation of long, attractive borders, or for massing in large beds, Fashion and Vogue will be found most suitable, and they are just as effective when used together as when planted separately.

All of the roses mentioned above will be available at one or more local nur- series for planting in July. As stocks of some varieties are certain to be limited, early ordering is advisable.

B. At the same time, a letter should be forwarded stating:—

(a) That the applicant is a bona fide farmer, market gardener, grazier, etc., and that the analysis is required in con- nection with his business as such.

(b) The source of the sample, e.g., bore, well, spring, etc., and its depth, and the location number of the property from which the sample was ob- tained.

(c) Enclosing the fee of 7s. per sample. This fee applies only to those who qualify under paragraph B (a) otherwise the fee is £1 Is. per sample.

Should the analysis be required very urgently, this should be stated in the letter and the cost of a telegram added to the fee, when a telegram will be sent immediately the analysis is completed.