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I've placed two orders with this company and have been pleased both times. The plants have been in terrific shape and the service has been great. Will continue to do business with them.
On Oct 22, 2003, nevadagdn Sparks, NV (Zone 7a) wrote:
I ordered two roses: a Rugosa hybrid ('Magnifica'?) and Rosa woodsii. Both arrived healthy, in good condition. The plants were small, as in liner size, but that's what I wanted and expected. Both plants grew and have grown well since planting two years ago, but then, those two varieties are about as idiot-proof as they come.
I was pleased with the service and the quality of plants provided for the price.
On March 9th, 2005, nevadagdn added the following:
I ordered two more roses this year--Rosa moyesii and 'Popcorn'. I ordered by phone, and Rosemary was very helpful. She advised against having my plants shipped so soon because our weather is so changeable: very good advice for novice gardeners. Since I'm not a novice, and I'm well-equipped with wall-o-waters, rose cones, row cover and other gardening debris, I opted to receive my roses next week because I have my own rose-planting strategies. I appreciate good advice even when I ignore it :-)On March 17th, 2005, nevadagdn added the following:
This years' order consisted of two healthy, well-branched 1-qt. plants. I am very happy with the quality of the plants I received.On May 27th, 2005, nevadagdn added the following:
The Rosa moyesii I received in March is growing like mad--it's caught up with much larger rose plants put in the ground last Fall. 'Popcorn' is more restrained (it IS a miniature), but still extremely healthy. The two roses from previous years (R. woodsii and R. rugosa) are now hell-bent on dominating their respective corners of the garden. You would never know they had been small 1-qt. plants a couple years ago.On October 17th, 2007, nevadagdn added the following:
I ordered (and planted) 6 more roses. No change to previous comments: all 6 had good top growth and decent-sized root balls.
I bought 5 roses from High Country this summer while they were on sale. The middle of summer is admittedly not the most auspicious time to plant roses, but to my surprise and delight all five are thriving, and those that are repeat bloomers are blooming now! The staff have been helpful and knowledgeable, and when I asked for a rose that is not readily available they put me on a waiting list and told me that when they have one they will let me know. I will continue to buy from this company!
I ordered two own-root roses from them last December: Darlow's Enigma and Francis E. Lester. Both arrived on time, packed well, and in great condition, albeit dormant. They seemed small, but I am a beginnger at roses, and wait for the rest...the roses absolutely took off the following 2003 Spring and Summer. They are currently 4-5' tall with multiple canes from the base (note that both are ramblers). Darlow's started flowering in June and never stopped. Lester flowered once in early Spring and not again, which is normal for him. I would most definitely order from High Country Roses again; healthy, fine own-root roses. Nice for a beginner to see progress so soon!
I ordered "high country banshee" a damask rose as well as "austrian copper". I live at 6000ft and have subzero temperatures. The roses were great! These are real people who know what it takes to pull off roses in a cold climate.
I would recommend High Country Roses to anyone. One thing though, when you get your roses, do prepare your soil well. I dug down 3 feet and used lots of horse manure and bone meal. Makes all the difference in the world, and your roses will blast to the moon!
I have High Country Roses in my Wyoming garden, and they are doing great! I highly recommend them for the Rocky Mountain region, if not to all regions. The owners and staff are exceptionally helpful and courteous. I wish them all the best, and would definitely buy from them again and again.
I bought several roses from this rosarium. i was extremely pleased with their service in all aspects. I spoke to them on a few occassions. The young lady I spoke to, was very enthusiastic about their roses(heirlooms). She was very knowledgeable and helpful. The roses arrived in perfect condition and true to name. The description in their catalog is quite good because what the catalog said is what I got!!!!!! In spring when these roses bloom(about forty different bushes) the fragrance is just outstanding. People come and just stare and smell the fragrance of these fantastic roses. I owe this to them.
I ordered two New Dawn climbers from High Country Roses last spring ('02) and was most pleased with both the service and the plants. The woman I spoke with when I ordered was knowledgeable and answered all my questions patiently and kindly.The plants arrived in beautiful--perfect--condition and exactly when promised. I would not have gotten such gorgeous specimens at the local garden center for such a reasonable price--and certainly not on their own roots the way these were. They have thrived and I am most pleased. I will definitely order from them again.
Good plants, good service, good selection of roses -- especially climbers -- some almost impossible to find anywhere else in this country. (Lawrence Johnston and Felicite and Perpetue are just two).
Plants arrived quickly which is what I requested -- within around 10 days -- after ordering -- wrapped well and securely. No casualties. Of the 9 I ordered, all arrived healthy, 3 arrived in bud -- Both "Lawrence Johnstons" and 1 "Agnes."
This is an excellent sign. Some Rosarians are excessively propagating their stock so spindly and non-flowering plants are developing. NOT these folks!
Nice person I talked to on the phone when I placed the order. I'll order again.
On April 30th, 2003, steelecopywiz added the following:
UPDATE: All roses are doing great 1 month later, all flourishing -- either in bud or blooming -- even after transplanting. Lawrence Johnston's blooms are glorious. All rootballs were well sized proportionate to plant size. I definitely recommend these folks.
On Apr 8, 2002, Kuhma Boulder United States wrote:
I recently ordered roses from High Country roses, and my experience was quite positive. As Colorado is a harsh environment, I wanted to be sure that I any roses I bought were on their own roots - and all of HGR's roses are. I ordered about 2 months ago, using a credit card, but my card was not charged until the roses were shipped. The roses arrived quite quickly, were beautifully packaged, and in good shape. Explicit planting instructions accompanied the roses. I'll update this posting at the end of the summer to report on how well the roses grew.
I am a master gardener, last home on 5 garden tours; I love to garden and have ordered a lot. I had a very large old rose garden grew over 200 varieties in zone 3, elevation 5,000. I have a list of my hardy roses and recommendations and favorites. High Country Roses = worst ever; not plantable and no refund.
On Feb 1, 2001, High Country Roses responded with:
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On Nov 11, 2005 4:50 PM, High Country Roses added:
Dear esoeth,
Please contact our company with regard to the order you placed and we will try to find out what the problem was and what we can do to make amends.
Thank you.
Heather Campbell"
High Country Roses arrived in excellent condition and took off far better than the grafted roses (purchased from another source) planted at the same time. Definitely will order again. Requested to reserve a rose which wasn't in stock and was notified immediately when one became available. Very nice to work with.
High Country Roses has an excellent staff; very helpful people. The roses they recommended (they didn't have exactly what I was looking for as I was buying late in the season having just bought a house) were perfect. They all arrived well packaged and in great condition. One of them didn't make it, and they replaced it with one of their own stock (again, late in the season; they had just run out of them), with no trouble at all. Will definitely buy from them again.
I got hooked on heirloom roses because of their attributes but had trouble finding them locally. Went to the internet found several companies and talked to several customer service representatives. Most were just doing their job except for one: High Country Roses. I ended up talking to a young lady and later found out that she is one of the owners of the company. She was personable, knowledgeable and very friendly. Based on this experience, I asked for gift certificates from this company for birthdays and holidays. With catalog in hand in winter of 99 I placed my order for 17 of their roses. They arrived at the proper planting time for my area in great shape disease free and thriving. Just what I expected. They did not disappoint. I planted all the roses shortly thereafter and I am happy to report that all are doing well and all are spectacular specimens. I can't sayenough about this company. They are great.
Very helpful people to deal with on either telephone or email. Order arrived at correct planting time for our zone. Good healthy plants, well packaged--a little on the dry side but understandable since they traveled a long way. We will definitely order from them again.
Roses grown on own rootstalk, prices seem reasonable if quality is good. Catalog doesn't have pictures, but good descriptions; beautiful catalogs don't always make for good roses in my experience.
