Hardy prairie roses thrive in cold climates
Horticultural notes explain that tender roses cannot survive harsh winters in many regions, but hardy varieties bred from the Prairie Rose at Morden station provide a viable option. The program started in the 1950s under Dr. Henry Marshall and continued by breeder Lynn Collicut, blending Prairie Rose with hybrid teas and floribundas to combine beauty with resilience.
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British Columbia
Morden Agricultural Canada
Henry Marshall
Lynn Collicut
Adelaide Hoodless
Hansa
Isabelle Skinner
John Cabot
Therese Bugnet
Roses and Horticultural Advances Highlight Canadian Trials
The article details a 10 to 12 year development cycle for Parkland Series roses with diverse varieties, growth habits, and fragrances. It notes disease resistance and cultivation tips including pruning, feeding, and mulching. It also covers a new national quality assurance pilot funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada with CHC and CFIA to standardize fruit and vegetable grading for export and domestic markets.
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Canadian Ornamental Plant Foundation
Adelaide
Morden
Agriculture and Agri-food Canada
Canadian Horticultural Council
CHC
Lyle Vaniclief
AAFC
Government of Canada
Mr. Vanclief
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
CFIA
Minister of Agriculture and Agri- Food Canada
Vanclief
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Russell Manitoba Town to hold 1998 Financial Plan hearing
The Town of Russell will present its 1998 financial plan at a public hearing in the Civic Centre Meeting Room on April 21 at 7 30 p m. The public may present objections ask questions or review the plan during office hours after April 8 1998. W R Melnyk C A D Town of Russell April 2 1998.
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Town of
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