A new rose from Bailey Nurseries, named 'The Finest'™ (Rosa 'BAlnest') is the latest selection for the "Remember Me" rose gardens that are to be created in memory of those lost in the 9-11 terrorist attacks in 2001.
This hybrid tea honors the NYPD's 23 members who died in New York City while trying to save others on 9-11.
The new rose is ever-blooming, with full, pure white flowers and a spicy fragrance. It's grown on its own roots (a very desirable trait), reaches a height of about 3-4 feet, and is hardy to zone 5. It's also said to have disease-resistant foliage. It was hybridized by Bailey's Ping Lim.
The rose is available this spring at retail garden centers, and a donation from the sale of each one goes to the "Remember Me" rose gardens in New York City, Washington DC and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. So far, roses selected for the gardens have been tested, but final sites for the gardens have not yet been chosen.
Wow that is great to dedicate such a beautiful rose to all!
Posted by: Mr. Gardening Gifts | April 19, 2009 at 01:05 PM
Great post! It was very well said and I enjoyed it very much. That truly is a beautiful picture of a rose! I bookmarked your site and will be back very soon, I look forward to reading some interesting posts! Thanks, Whitney
Posted by: Whitney Segura | April 17, 2009 at 09:38 PM
I love the rose is is very beautiful and it cool to do for such a great cause.
Posted by: Mr. carriage clocks | April 17, 2009 at 09:36 AM