Star Roses and Plants Introduces the Martha Stewart Rose

December 17, 2024 Star® Roses and Plants

Martha Stewart is a Hybrid Tea Rose that has over 100 petals unfurling in shades of ballet pink and apricot. It is beautifully scented with notes of citrus and honeysuckle. It’s a truly spectacular addition to any rose collection.

Rose Parade 2025: How the Tournament of Roses Got its Theme

“This year’s theme celebrates life’s special moments. Those moments that excite us, motivate us and fill us with joy.”

Announcing the Winners of Alexandra Farms’ 2024 Garden Rose Design Contest

October 21, 2024 Alexandra Farms

It’s time to reveal the winners of Alexandra Farms’ 2024 Garden Rose Design Contest! Hundreds of entries were received again this year, and the judges have spoken. Four first-time entrants and three returning designers placed in this year’s contest. Congratulations to the winners!

Star Roses and Plants Wins Awards from the 2025 American Garden Rose Selections Testing Program

October 8, 2024 Star Roses and Plants

All roses entered into the AGRS are tested for two years in six different geographical regions, each containing two test gardens. Additional characteristics that are evaluated include: vigor, foliage proportion, plant habit, flowering effect, rebloom habit, bloom form, aging quality of blooms, fragrance, and hardiness.

Alexandra Farms Wins 7 Awards at Society of American Florists’ (SAF) Outstanding Varieties Competition

August 26, 2024 Alexandra Farms

Alexandra Farms won seven awards at this year’s Society of American Florists’ Outstanding Varieties Competition, including one of the top honors: Best in Class. This year, the company entered varieties from its dahlia collection in addition to garden roses.