The scoop on 'Heirloom Roses'

Company Profile   Heirloom Roses Mailing Address: 24062 NE Riverside Drive St. Paul, Oregon 97137 (United States) Phone: (503) 538-1576 Fax: (503) 538-5902 Catalog Order Page: Hyperlink Paper Catalog Cost: $5 Visit Heirloom Roses at: Heirloom Roses in St. Paul, OR » E-Mail them » Visit their website Recent reviews: Past month Past 6 Months Past 12 Months Positive 1 11 16 Neutral 0 0 2 Negative 0 1 1 This company is affiliated with 2 companies: John's Miniature Roses ClimbingRoses.com (formerly Hardy Roses) This company specializes in: Plants: Roses (Antiques & Species) Other helpful information: Member of Mailorder Gardening Association

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Rating Author Content Positive suire (3 reviews) On June 12, 2009, suire Boston, MA wrote: I have waited nearly a year before posting a comment because I wanted to see how the The Fawn (POUoma) did. I ordered 4 of these and they did arrive in a timely manner. I was concerned about the size of the plants though. The leaves were healthy and they appeared to have well-developed root systems but they were only about 8 inches tall. One of the plants had a single bud. They were planted in excellant soil in full sun and developed quickly. All began flowering by midsummer and had qudrupled in size by late Fall. The plants are now about 16 inches tall and 30 inches wide and covered with blooms! I feel this company delivered good, healthy roses and a moderate price and will order again. Negative SerenaSYH (1 review) On May 31, 2009, SerenaSYH Shawnee Mission, KS wrote: I will not be ordering from Heirloom Roses in the future. From the 2 bands I received, I believe that they are removing and selling many baby bands way too early from the nursery. My minimum requirements are that bands should be at least 6"-8" in height and have the very minimum of 8 healthy, green leaves... Out of the 2 bands I received, one was healthy but! was 5" with only 6 leaves total on the entire plant... Thank goodness those leaves were very healthy and viable. On the other hand the other band I received was exactly 3-1/2" high with no viable leaves... Each tiny leaf on that band was only 1/4" max . and all! were shriveled or yellow-green... All the original leaves ended up dead... I am not sure what has been happening with 2009, but there were quite a few customers from a popular rose forum that also faced this issue with their orders from 2008-2009... Their roses were similar to mine when first received and did not survive their first year. But suffice it to say that I have been permanently scared off from Heirloom Roses.... Please note! if you ever receive either very sick bands or too small bands from HR, do not! plant them straight into the ground according to their original instructions... Those need to be planted into pots... they require a different growing method in order to reach enough maturity to endure the cold winters if you are in a cold zone...Their instructions to plant straight into the ground is a huge mistake if the bands are in ill health or are too small to achieve enough growth by fall. Positive kbedit (15 reviews) On May 25, 2009, kbedit Arvada, CO wrote: I received a very healthy Wild Ginger hardy rose specimen in record time. When I discovered it on Heirloom's Web site just recently, I specified an immediate ship date. Because this is crazy time for all online nurseries, I really didn't expect to get it so soon. But they did it! The rose was very well protected and packaged (love those deep pots for root development), and planting instructions are very thorough. I ordered a couple of grouncover roses from Heirloom a couple of years ago, and they are doing so well. Considering the quality of the groundcover roses, I would have gladly waited a couple of weeks for the new order. Heirloom went above and beyond to accommodate my requested ship date, and I greatly appreciate their stellar customer service and beautiful quality roses. Positive CandL (5 reviews) On May 12, 2009, CandL Reynoldsburg, OH wrote: I recieved my plants from Hairloom roses just as the previous reviews state. Packaged well, and in great shape. Yes the plants were small, but they tell you they will be on the website. They are first year own root roses, so are going to be small. Love how healthy these babies are. The brochure gives wonderful directions on the proper ways to plant and fertilize new own root roses. People I would not recommend this company to are those who insist upon instant gratification with their plants. I would say Heirloom Roses are for gardeners who like to nurture their plants over time and have beautiful, healthy performers for years to come. Great company, great customer service! I have found my new rose company! Positive Cloisters (10 reviews) On May 07, 2009, Cloisters New Bern, NC wrote: I just received my first order from Heirloom and am very pleased. The plant material arrived in great condition altho the transcontinental trip took almost a full week. I would classify Heirloom's bands as midsize -- not the largest I've ever received, but certainly not the smallest either. Based on this initial order, I will not hesitate to order from them again. Positive qbs (5 reviews) On May 07, 2009, qbs Mill Hall, PA wrote: Last year I ordered a sizable number of roses. Granted they are small, but they all bloomed last year. The real test came this year to see how well they fared after the harsh winter. All are healthy and growing. No die offs. Again this year I ordered another sizable order. All arrived in healthy condition and are going great. To think I wasted money on another well known rose company and suffered many loses, which were not replaceable. Positive Misterbaby (6 reviews) On May 06, 2009, Misterbaby wrote: Last year, 2008, I ordered eight roses from these folks. They arrived looking quite healthy, but I was surprised at their size, best described as "slips." That was last year. This year they are large, vigorous plants producing the most beautiful Dortmund other blossoms you've ever seen. If you can stand the wait, my experience indicates that the company's impressive selection and good service would make for a strong recommendation. I'll buy from them again. Rossville, TN Positive renwings (8 reviews) On April 22, 2009, renwings Sultan, WA (Zone 8a) wrote: I ordered two Rugosa roses that I couldn't find anywhere else. The plants arrived very well packed and healthy. They've been in the ground two weeks now and I hope they continue to look great. The only drawback was the price tag. After the cost of shipping the roses ended up costing me close to $25 each for a seedling in a deep 4in. pot. Ouch. Positive Buddy44 (16 reviews) On April 19, 2009, Buddy44 Eagle Rock, VA wrote: Online ordering was flawless. Communications were excellent. Plants arrived in good time and in perfect condition. A great source for roses. Positive jim1961 (2 reviews) On April 19, 2009, jim1961 wrote: I have ordered a few times from Heirloom Roses. Yes, some types of there roses are small plants when you receive them. But, being own -root roses they grow very fast! My plants were about 12 inches and I planted them late in June here in zone 6. The following year they quickly grew to over 3 1/2 ft high and almost 3 ft wide by july. I like this company! On May 21st, 2009, jim1961 added the following: I just recently received another 4 rose plants from Heirloom Roses and have them planted. I recommend them highly! On May 29th, 2009, jim1961 added the following: The 5 rose plants I received this past May 15, 2009 are doing good. Two Courageous own-root shrub/climber roses, these are about 6 inches in height. Two sweet afton hybrid tea roses, these are about 6 inches in height. One Precious Platinum hybrid tea rose, which was 10 inches in height. I\'ll let you know their size when the growing season is over here in zone 6, around late September 2009. In 2007, I ordered 2 Precious Platinum hybrid tea roses. These were 12 inches in height when they arrived in July of 2007. April 1, 2008, I pruned them down to 8 inches. By July of 2008, these Precious Platinums were alittle over 3 1/2 ft tall in height and alittle over 2 1/2 ft wide and had awesome roses on them. July 2008, I received a hybrid tea rose from Heirloom Roses called Love\'s Magic. It was 7 inches in height. While digging the hole I discovered a huge rock down about 6.5 inches. It was much too large to remove, so, I sat the rose on the rock and filled the soil back in around the rose. April 1, 2009, I pruned it from 14 inches to around 8 inches. As of today, May 28, 2009 it is now 20 inches and growing. Remember, this one is sitting on a rock. LOL I\'m very happy with Heirloom Roses and would recommend them highly! On June 20th, 2009, jim1961 added the following: The recent rose bushes I planted from Heirloom Roses on May 15, 2009 were almost 6 inches in height when planted. As of today June 20, 2009, they are all 9 inches tall and 9 inches wide and growing with healthy leaves. I\'m in zone 5/6. They seem to have NO Transplant shock what-so-ever. On June 23rd, 2009, jim1961 added the following: The Precious Platinum hybrid tea rose I planted in July of 2007 from Heirloom Roses will be 2 years old this coming July. It was 12 inches when first planted. It is measuring 4 ft. 3 inches tall and 3 ft wide as of today. There mature height is between 4.5-5.5 inches high X 3 ft wide. So, it\'s already close to mature size. We have a shorter growing season here also in zone 5/6. I\'m on the borderline of being in zone 5 or 6. Call it 5/6. LOL Positive GreeneLady (6 reviews) On March 24, 2009, GreeneLady Harlem, GA wrote: After noticing people having problems with Jackson and Perkins, I decided to try another rose company. I've always admired the beautiful varieties this company carries, so this year I ordered 6 roses from Heirloom. I forgot to check the feedback here before ordering, so I was a bit disappointed that the plants were so small. Granted, 3 were minature roses. But the 2 climbers and Hybrid tea just seemed so tiny as compared to Jackson and Perkins. However, they do look very healthy. I guess we will see in a couple years how they do. Positive loveblossoms (12 reviews) On March 09, 2009, loveblossoms CA, United States (Zone 8b) wrote: I LOVE Heirloom Roses! They are my first choice when considering own-root roses. I've purchased 10 roses from them so far and I am always eager to buy from them again. Heirloom produces the highest quality own-root rose plants I've ever seen. It is a complete joy to watch these lovelies grow! They are healthy, graceful and hardy plants. Unlike other rose growers, I am new to rose growing in general and own-root roses in particular. I personally find it a real joy to nurture such adorable young seedlings. If you're new to gardening and are excited about playing a larger role in raising your plants from their sweet beginnings in the garden as I am, I think you will find Heirloom Roses to be a perfect match for you. They are for me. I realize other gardeners might be more inclined to purchase more mature plants for the instant gratification, but I personally think that takes the purpose and fun out of "gardening." Laurel Anderson is a gem. She is always helpful, thoughtful and personable in answering all of my questions. Heirloom also packs all of their plants exceptionally well for shipping. I highly recommend. God's grace is definitely on this wonderful vendor. Positive azastrow (1 review) On November 26, 2008, azastrow Ann Arbor, MI wrote: I've ordered from these folks several times. I've never lost a plant from heirloom roses. I've ordered plants that were advertised to thrive in various kinds of bad light and bad soil, and they've all made it! Positive timbers (11 reviews) On November 19, 2008, timbers Vallejo, CA wrote: Plants arrived promptly and were well packed. On November 19th, 2008, timbers added the following: Forgot to mention that they included their beautiful catalogue and very thorough instructions. On May 7th, 2009, timbers added the following: Received my second order from Heirloom. Very healthy, well packed plants. The plants from my first order are growing vigorously. Am currently preparing a third order from this company. Neutral BlissfulGarden (49 reviews) On October 17, 2008, BlissfulGarden Baton Rouge, LA (Zone 8b) wrote: Heirloom offers a tremendous selection of cultivars, and that is what keeps customers coming back. Unfortunately, they do not offer the best plants... in fact, they are a far cry from those that you receive from other vendors. I have purchased many roses from Heirloom, but donated most to our community garden and only planted two in my own. They have had a very hard time getting established and pale in comparison to all the roses from other vendors that I planted at the same time. Both still look like sticks with one bloom each all season. I know they will survive and will eventually thrive, and if I wanted a cultivar that NO ONE else had, then I would order from Heirloom again. It's worth it to throw one order their way each season just to keep their most rare cultivars available commercially. But, if I want a cultivar that has alternative sources, I will not order from Heirloom. It's just not worth it to wait many seasons before seeing the rose fluorish in the garden. Ev Positive divvajacko (25 reviews) On October 05, 2008, divvajacko Hinckley, OH (Zone 5a) wrote: The quality of the roses is wonderful. They are all grown on their own roots which helps winter hardiness. Customer service is fantastic. I had trouble with Alec's Red not once but twice and they replaced it both times no trouble. Third time was the charm, too. They have some different roses as well as some old garden varieties you won't see often. I buy from them every year. Very nice company. Positive danke1225 (1 review) On September 11, 2008, danke1225 New Athens, IL wrote: Though these roses were smaller than I anticipated, they are very, very healthy. They adapt well, are shipped promptly, and thrive once planted. I have ordered from Heirloom Roses three times in the past year and a half, and won't buy roses anywhere else! BTW, I have over 60 rose plants in my yard/garden! Neutral westmeadowwind (1 review) On July 18, 2008, westmeadowwind Newburgh, NY wrote: I always buy own root roses from Roses Unlimited as they have a reputation for supplying larger, more mature plants. I bought two from Heirloom Roses that were not available from Roses Unlimited. The service was excellent. But the plants are extraordinarily small...which seems to be the norm with own root suppliers. For the same or less money one can buy much more developed roses from Roses Unlimited. Positive evelyn_inthegarden (10 reviews) On July 10, 2008, evelyn_inthegarden Grizzly Flats, CA wrote: When the rose arrived, though slightly smaller than I expected, it was in very clean and excellent condition. I planted it, and it is growing well. I should probably give a end of summer report, but so far, in these high temperatures, it is thriving. When the thermometer is over 90, I water at least once a day, especially on newly planted items. Thank you, Heirloom Roses for adding 'Peach Drift' to my "Peach of a Garden"! Evelyn Positive Poe13 (1 review) On June 21, 2008, Poe13 Greeley, CO wrote: I ordered two roses last year from Heirloom Roses. They were small when they arrived, but they have flourished in the past year and are probably 6-8 times larger. They bloom beautifully. I was so pleased with them that I purchased four more, which also look to be doing very well. Meanwhile, the far larger rose that I purchased from a local nursery promptly died. I would highly recommend Heirloom Roses. Positive mrs_colla (26 reviews) On June 06, 2008, mrs_colla Marin, CA (Zone 9b) wrote: I got my 6 Austin Roses yesterday, packed very well. Nice and moist roots, not wet. Deep pots with fine roots. The plants are small, but bigger than I expected for own root seedlings. I will order again, I am very satisfied with the overal quality. Thank you, Christie On March 14th, 2009, mrs_colla added the following: By now I have ordered several times here. The roses are very very consistent in quality. All roses that I have planted as wee babies last year have grown to be at least 2 gallon size plants, I have allowed all of them to make 1 or 2 blooms. All roses have come out of dormancy with perfect health and vigour. They were true to type, exquisite blooms. I have ordered for this season and can\'t wait to get my new babies. I am a fan! Christie Positive Joanne_RI (1 review) On June 03, 2008, Joanne_RI North Scituate, RI wrote: Have planted more than 200 Heirloom Roses in my garden over the past 20 yrs, zone 5, never lost one. They arrive as seedlings, take off the 2nd yr and are spectacular the 3rd yr. Because they are grown on their own roots, not grafted, they are remarkably hardy in my cold location and virus free. Heirloom Roses get an A+ from me. Positive onegoodman1955 (13 reviews) On June 02, 2008, onegoodman1955 Normal, IL (Zone 5b) wrote: This was my first order from Heirloom Roses - one dozen, majority Bucks, several Austins. The roses were shipped May 1 (as requested); the combination of cold weather and my not having the new garden ready contributed to planting the last rose Memorial Day weekend. From the reviews, I knew to expect small roses. Ha..I didn't know roses could be this small. But, they are very healthy and strong (survived 3 weeks in a clear tupperware bin with .5" water). Upon planting, both the garden planted and the several planted in pots are thriving. Several have small buds...I didn't know roses this small could bloom...ha ! I expect the roses to perform wonderfully and overwinter. I'm already formulating my 2009 order of Heirloom Roses. Positive jadedshopper (3 reviews) On May 16, 2008, jadedshopper Bowie, MD wrote: Ordered two roses, a Rosa Mundi and some kind of super-fragrant rose (forget the name, sorry). As others have said, I was surprised by how small the plants were-- 6-8". Foolishly I put them straight in the ground, not following their very detailed instructions (which I read later) about digging a large hole and enriching the soil and all that. I also added rose fertilizer, later reading in the instructions that they don't recommend that until the second year. Nevertheless, the roses have been in over six weeks now and I am impressed with all the new foliage, and the rosa mundi is even budding already. These roses have been very forgiving of this "green" gardener and must have been quite healthy to start with. You might be able to get larger plants from a local nursery or big-box store for the same price, but I really like that I was able to get these unusual varieties of own-root roses that came with such thorough instructions (even though I ignored them-- they helped when I planted a climbing rose from a different supplier later on!). I will definitely be buying more from Heirloom Roses in the future. Positive newtomini (1 review) On May 07, 2008, newtomini Raleigh, NC wrote: Ordered 6 Magic Carpet roses about 3 weeks ago. They arrived about 1 week after ordering. I was expecting to receive smaller plants after reading others comments but still was a little shocked ...especially considering the price. (The roses were about 5 inches tall). However, they were packaged well and arrived healthy...two of the roses had buds. They have been in the ground for a little over a week and seem to be doing fine. The two with buds are now blooming... very pretty flower. So far deer and rabbits have left them alone. I'm not sure what to expect as far as growth this year...hopefully they will take off, if not I will have to fill in with some annuals. Once they are established, I'm sure I will be pleased with my choice. Customer Service: Very Good. Positive bibbykitty (28 reviews) On March 14, 2008, bibbykitty San Antonio, TX (Zone 8b) wrote: I recently ordered from this company. The roses were shipped on the date I requested. They are growing well. The roses I received are small, but with only a few exceptions every company I order own root roses from are around the same size. I would definitely order from them again. I would also recommend them to friends. Positive Kris45 (1 review) On March 14, 2008, Kris45 Henderson, NV wrote: I bought 3 roses and they all arrived quickly and in great shape. After reading reviews I thoguht they would be really tiny but they were larger than I expected (still smaller than roses I see at retial stores). They arrived within a week of being ordered and the soil was still nice and moist. I will definitely purchase from Heirloom again. Positive gosteena (8 reviews) On February 20, 2008, gosteena Rio Linda, CA wrote: I received my roses today and they were packed very well. They seem healthy and ready to grow. I like growing their roses because they aren't grafted. They are small but worth it. This is a great company to do business with. Positive rentrac (1 review) On January 12, 2008, rentrac Blounts Creek, NC wrote: I placed 2 orders for a total of 10 roses last spring. Knowing they were root grown and mail order, I expected them to be smaller than the large grafted varieties that I find at retail centers or from other mail order sources. They were small but vigorous, extemely healthy. I followed their instructions precisely. All have bloomed the very first summer. I have been extremely pleased with the quality and variety of their stock. Their catalog is worth having; the descriptions are detailed - even to the quality and intensity of fragrance, and I've spent many a cold rainy winter evening enjoying the incredible assortment they have. Their prices are high for common roses, but because they are pretty much the same for ALL their stock, you can make up the difference with the newer or rare varieties, and by knowing you get the same rose you started with if there is a die-back to the root level. This is my favorite rose company, by far! Positive plantslayer (17 reviews) On January 08, 2008, plantslayer Raymond, ME wrote: I ordered 7 different kinds of roses from them last spring. They arrived in narrow but deep pots, with healthy roots and foliage. I over did it with my plant ordering and had to delay getting them into the ground for over a month, so I foliar fed them a couple times. They started blooming right in the pots and while a lot of roses my the garden where suffering from terrible black spot from the dry spring, these looked great. I ordered 2 Copper Star (Heirlooms own cultivar) shrub roses and they have beautiful single, soft orange blooms. They bloomed the entire second half of the summer right up until frost even though I planted them so late. They are listed as zone 6 and I am in 5, but I loved the color so much I decided to take a chance because they are on their own roots. Luckily, we had alot of snow early this year to insulate them. They have a very large selection as well. I will definately order from Heirloom again. Positive Penelopeann (7 reviews) On January 08, 2008, Penelopeann West Des Moines, IA wrote: I ordered 5 roses in 2007, yes they were little, but by the middle of the summer they were all blooming and GROWING beautifully, I will never buy grafted roses again. I'm sold on own-root roses. Positive Bubba33 (8 reviews) On January 06, 2008, Bubba33 Gig Harbor, WA wrote: Heirloom Roses is the only rose company that I deal with. Their roses are great. I have bought over 100 (hundred) roses from them (some given to friends). They start small as stated in the catalog and sometimes taken more than one year to reach full height but6 are well worth the $. Had more problems with the grafted roses. It is nice to be able to cut the rose way down or have a deer do it for you and know that it will come back as good a new. Am extremely happy with Heirloom Roses. Positive dmbarka (1 review) On December 27, 2007, dmbarka Lanexa, VA wrote: I orderd 4 musk roses, lavender lassie and corniela last year from heirloom. the plants came all the way across state and were fresh and healthy. i planted and could not believe the fast growth rate and vigor. they are almost full size now and bloomed 2 times in the first summer. right now they still have pretty foliage in december! I could not ask for more. the pots are deep and narrow for the roots and i followed all directions. thanks for my first rose plants that have made me into a rose nut now. I want many more. buy from them. great!!! Positive farprof (3 reviews) On September 30, 2007, farprof Woodstock, CT wrote: I planted 3 roses from this company in midsummer just as we were entering the driest summer in my memory here in Connecticut. Despite their smallness on arrival, with a little water they have thrived and grown. I cannot believe the size of the flowers on Braveheart, or the number of flowers on Champagne Punch. The third got stepped on accidently and broken nearly to the ground but since they are on their own roots and it is coming back, I expect I'll have the same fantastic performance from this plant next year. I will definitely order again from this company. Positive SandyS_in_Pgh (1 review) On September 19, 2007, SandyS_in_Pgh New Kensington, PA wrote: I, too, had a problem with a mislabled rose. It took two years before I realized that I didn't get what I bought. Heirloom was receptive, agreeable and understanding. However, I was happy with the rose that I did get and did not want or need that rose replaced. I have purchased a rugosa, a David Austin, and several others. All arrived as healthy own root roses in a small amount of soil. True...they were small at first (as I knew they would be) but have since grown into beautiful additions to my garden. No more grafted garden center roses for me....only own root from now on. Their customer service is great and their communication is top notch. I don't think Heirloom's prices are unreasonable at all. I wonder what some of these people are paying for their BIG roses elsewhere. On September 20th, 2007, SandyS_in_Pgh added the following: I just wish those that are looking for mighty oaks after planting an acorn last week would investigate and learn about own root roses. Perhaps then they would have a little more patience and would give the rose all the time it will need to attain it\'s normal growth before moaning and groaning. Some own root roses need more time than others to establish and prosper. Here\'s a good explanation of the pros and cons of grafted versus own root roses. http://oldheirloomroses.com/Ownroot.htm Neutral Rosa1 (3 reviews) On September 02, 2007, Rosa1 Morgan Hill, CA wrote: Ordered Roses from this company .Beware product is very small, almost like tender green cuttings with some fragile roots. They do take very good care in packing them and getting them shipped. However, if you attempt to plant in the hot summer (early morning or evening) the little guys may shrivel up and die anyway, even if shade is provided. Better luck planting these types in late fall or winter when its cooler here in Calif. I only wish they would put an actual picture of what you get, otherwise I would not have ordered, because I would have known their survival rate would be fragile. I wonder what these great swings in weather will do to us gardening folk. Positive herbgarden (1 review) On August 24, 2007, herbgarden Beaverton, OR (Zone 8a) wrote: I live in Beaverton, OR and have been to Heirloom Roses twice, now. Their nursery and gardens are Beautiful - what a wonderful way to spend a day! The place is huge! I was there only a couple of weekends ago during their annual sale (the same as another recent reviewer). That turned out to be a very sad day, as the owner, John Clements had passed away quite suddenly only a couple of days before. The roses he bred are beautiful, and structurally superior to most. We've lost an artist and a master. The show went on, they had hundreds of roses on sale and we came away with nearly 20, including several miniature roses from John's Miniature Roses and several other plants from John's Small Garden Plants. The staff was very open and friendly, even on a day when they were all stunned and overwhelmed. The sales woman I spoke to at the time of our purchase began to cry during the transaction, it was clear that the she and the rest of the staff is dedicated to the business. I love that the roses are not grafted - this is something I had never even seen before. Most of the plants have had a bloom on them already, though they are only a few inches high. I can't wait until next spring for them to really take off. I don't know what is in store for the family now, but I send them my love and gratitude for the beauty and joy they have given me, and I hope that they will continue John's legacy. Presuming that the company endures, I don't think I will ever buy roses from another source again. Positive goddessdreams (1 review) On August 06, 2007, goddessdreams (Zone 11) wrote: I've just received 17 roses today from heirloom roses . They all arrived small but healty with lot's of leaves and a big rootball. I think I will order more from them. Positive tmmshasis (6 reviews) On August 04, 2007, tmmshasis Middletown, CT wrote: I placed several orders this spring. The roses were packed well and arrived in good shape. All are thriving, putting on lots of new growth and all have bloomed, even though they are young plants. I will be ordering from this company again. Own root virus free roses will live forever. The money I spent on them is well worth it, a great investment. These plants should live for decades, unlike grafted roses. I am very satisfied. Positive soldiersong (12 reviews) On July 29, 2007, soldiersong North Plains, OR (Zone 8a) wrote: I am fortunate to live reasonable close to this rose nursery. I've not been there yet, but our rose society will have its annual picnic there next month and I am excited about visiting and seeing the display garden. Their annual sale coincides with our picnic weekend, so I expect to come home with more plants. I did purchase three roses from them at a local plant sale. My new roses, Little Green Snake, Lyda Rose and Dublin Bay are thriving and have bloomed well their first season in the garden. They were purchased and planted in April and were blooming by June. I particularly appreciate the fact that they only offer own root roses. Too many times I've had root stock shoot up from a grafted rose or had the rose revert to its original root stock type. When these roses what you plant is what you get for the life of the rose. Granted, I've purchased larger bushes from other rose nurseries, but I've never purchased healthier roses and, after all, roses grow like crazy so size is not important to me. On August 24th, 2007, soldiersong added the following: I recently visited Heirloom Roses and, since I was part of a rose society group, was given a tour of the nursery and growing areas. It was fascinating. Iimpressed with their attention to the health and vigor of the roses they grow and develop. The staff is helpful and very knowledgeable. Every rose I\'ve purchased from them, either in person or mail order, has thrived in our garden. I prefer own root roses and, since that is the only type of rose Heiloom sells, it is a regular resouce for my rose garden. Although their retail roses are small, they are healthy and, once they spend a season establishing themselves underground in our yard, they grow quickly the thrive. I much prefer a health, vigorous small rose to many of the larger roses for sale, which, at least for me, have proven less vigorous and healthy when they are planted in my garden. I also appreciate that fact that Heirloom uses no chemical sprays, so what I see at Heirloom is likely what I will get in my organically maintained garden. On June 2nd, 2009, soldiersong added the following: Having come through the worst winter in recorded history here, I want to comment on how my roses from this company survived the unusually long snow and cold (we were snowed in for thirteen days). I lost not a single from I purchased from this company. I did lost two roses, none of them from Heirloom. Own root roses from this company will be my standard from now on. It simply is not worth it to me to purchase elsewhere.

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