THE ROSEBANK LETTER
Contents
No. 28 (15 Nov.'99) How Frank Bennett Promoted
'Agnes': Richard Cartwright of St. Thomas, Ontario, contributes a
story of a dentist who became absorbed in horticulture, and developed
connections in Ottawa and the USA which led to the ARS awarding 'Agnes'
a gold medal. He also reasons that Wm. Saunders did not hybridize 'Agnes'
in 1900. Another New Rose Society: The Wm. Saunders Rose Society
is founded in SW Ontario. New Roses For 2000: Rachel Flood gives her
third annual report of what new roses are out there, and comments on how
some of her own grew. One Acre In Maple Ridge: Ted Brown describes
the new garden he and his wife, Corinne, have created in that BC community. A photo
of one corner is included and photos of seven new rose hybrids he has registered.
Reader Response: Another peek at the editor's mail. Russian
Address Change: A change of address is given for BC rose supplier Russian
Roses For The North. Overlooked Gems: BC garden author Christine
Allen describes seven favourite old and not-so-old roses growing at
Killara. Garden Design VI: The sixth and last of a series on
garden architecture summarizes what marks a formal garden and tells how
roses fit in. Heritage Rose Garden: Jan Phillips announces work
began on 5 November planting the newly restored historic rose bed on the
grounds of the Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa. Wayward Winter
Weather: What happens when warm weather lasts until the end of
February, and then drops to -17C for a few weeks? Design A White
Christmas: A formula for a floral design using roses. For Better
Rose Photos: Donna McQuay of the Huronia Rose Society contributes
suggestions on how to improve your rose photography. Comparing Cheque
Books: A glimpse into the souls of three rose institutions by way of
their spending.