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I started breeding roses in 1983 and right from the start I set myself high standards, emphasizing the most important aspect of a rose is good health. It is my long held view that it is pointless producing a stunning flower if the plant on which it sits is a dud. The next most important attributes in my mind are Freedom of flowering and quick repeat. However, good foliage, bush shape, weather tolerance and beauty of the flower are also all on the list of standards that must be achieved. To accomplish all of the above, as well as fragrance, is the ultimate success.

Floribunda. This rose definitely lives up to its name. Gorgeous smoky pink blooms are produced in large clusters throughout the season. Nice compact habit. A winner of the Gold Star of the South Pacific. Bred by Rob Somerfield in NZ, 2006. PVR.

 

Floribunda. Delivering an abundance of fragrant, soft apricot blooms above mid green leaves. Continuous flowering, lovely for the garden or enjoy your 'strawberry blond' in a container. Bred in NZ By Rob Somerfield 2014 Deciduous

 

Standard Floribunda. Delivering an abundance of fragrant, soft apricot blooms above mid green leaves. Continuous flowering, lovely for the garden or enjoy your 'strawberry blond' in a container. Bred in NZ By Rob Somerfield 2014 Deciduous

 

Hybrid Tea. An award winning rose that celebrates another winner 'Sunline' the champion NZ mare. Large, golden yellow shapely blooms outlined with a delicate pink - an unusual but effective combination with just the lightest scent. Good disease resistance. A Rob Somerfield rose. PVR 2010.

 

Hybrid Tea Std. An award winning rose that celebrates another winner 'Sunline' the champion NZ mare. Large, golden yellow shapely blooms outlined with a delicate pink - an unusual but effective combination with just the lightest scent. Good disease resistance. PVR 2010.

 

Tobasco has medium to large orange salmon blooms found both singularly and in substantial clusters. In full flower it is a magnificent sight. The bush is a medium height and has a nice upright growth habit with good disease tolerance. Certificate of Merit, Palmerston North Trial ground, Rob Somerfield 2017

 

Floribunda. This Rob Somerfield bred Rose is the most gorgeous blend of cooper and soft terracotta tones. The blooms are fully double and very beautiful with just the lightest scent. The glossy, dark green foliage completes the picture. Flowers well throughout the season. PVR 2011.

'Top Shelf' was awarded a Gold Medal by the New Zealand Rose Industry in 2011 - the year of first release.

 

Floribunda Std This Rob Somerfield bred Rose is the most gorgeous blend of cooper and soft terracotta tones. The blooms are fully double and very beautiful with just the lightest scent. The glossy, dark green foliage completes the picture. Flowers well throughout the season. PVR 2011.

'Top Shelf' was awarded a Gold Medal by the New Zealand Rose Industry in 2011 - the year of first release.

 

Climber. Large, well formed, peach blooms on nice long stems, great for cutting and enjoying indoors or out and it's gorgeous tropical fragrance is the proverbial flag on top of the cocktail. Nice compact habit for a climber making it great for smaller spaces. Foliage is dark, glossy and with overall good health tolerances. Bred in NZ by Rob Somerfield. Deciduous

 

Floribunda. New Release. Rose pink blooms with a rich warmth of colour in their centre open to an old fashioned form with many petals. Amazingly fragrant. The bush is small and compact and blooms are great for picking. Another healthy Rob Somerfield rose. 2020 Deciduous

This rose was named for and presented to Rob's parents for their 60th wedding anniversary making it Truely Special