Mama and her babies taking a stroll through the cutting garden. Up until last year we never had deer on the farm but that’s changing quickly. I’ve always heard horror stories from other farmers and gardeners about how destructive they can be. Would love any tips or advice if you’ve got it to share.

Two of my favorite raspberry colored roses, Boscobel and Princess Alexandra of Kent. #ayearinflowers #roses #davidaustinroses

Are you getting tired of roses yet? I hope not because there are so my beauties I want to share with you while they are in flower! This bundle includes Boscobel and Princess Alexandra of Kent, two richly colored, fruity scented @david_austin_roses varieties. I’m only in my second growing season with them so can’t give a complete report on health or vigor, but so far they both seem very happy. #roses #ayearinflowers #davidaustinroses

All of the yellow roses blooming on the farm right now. Top row: Teasing Georgia, Crown Princess Margareta, Buff Beauty, Alchymist, Golden Celebration Center row: Vanessa Bell, The Pilgrim, Windrush, Malvern Hills, Danaë Bottom row: Allux Symphony, Comtes de Champagne, Reve d’Or, Ghislaine de Feligonde, Star of the Republic #roses #davidaustinroses #ayearinflowers

A study in yellow. A collection of my favorite roses, old and new, in this cheerful color way. Top row: Teasing Georgia, Crown Princess Margareta, Buff Beauty, Alchymist, Golden Celebration Center row: Vanessa Bell, The Pilgrim, Windrush, Malvern Hills, Danaë Bottom row: Allux Symphony, Comtes de Champagne, Reve d'Or, Ghislaine de Feligonde, Star of the Republic #ayearinflowers #roses

A collection of some of my favorite pink roses paired with morning birdsongs from a few hours earlier. Top row: Eglantyne, Abraham Darby, Janet, Belle Story, Kathleen, Shropshire Lass, Heritage, Wildeve Center row: Abigail Adams, Queen of Sweden, Pink Prosperity, Constance Spry, President Shanley, Maiden’s Blush Bottom row: Boscobel, Redoute, Flower Girl, Heritage, Princess Alexandra of Kent, Dupontii, James Galway, Paul’s Himalayan Musk, Perfume Breeze, Celsiana, The Ingenious Mr. Fairchild #growingfloret #ayearinflowers #roses

Timmy overseeing the rose documentation progress. If you swipe through you can see a few of my favorite pink/blush varieties which are a mix of old and new. Many of these were sourced from @roguevalleyroses an incredible mail order nursery specializing in rare, historic and exceptional modern roses grown on their own roots. If you see something you love that’s out of stock, it’s worth signing up to be notified when it’s back. That’s how I’ve gotten most of the ones on my wish list. 1. Timmy in pink 2. Abraham Darby 3. Kathleen 4. Belle Story 5. Abigail Adams 6. Dupontii 7. Celsiana 8. Janet #ayearinflowers #roses #growingfloret #davidaustinroses

If you’re local to the Skagit Valley and are looking for a beautiful rose garden to visit @christiansonsnursery is in full bloom right now. I like to go in the morning before it gets busy so I have the place all to myself but you can visit the garden anytime they are open. Tomorrow they are hosting their annual A Rosy Day Out from 9-6 (it’s free to attend) if you want to do a deep dive into the world of roses. It’s a lovely event, with great speakers, plus you can shop for plants when it’s done! I hear @triplewrenfarms will be there presenting which is such a treat.

One of my very favorite @david_austin_roses varieties Tea Clipper. Plants have long slender stems that are nearly thornless and the large, full flowers change color as they age including soft yellow, apricot and blush. It’s tough to find but if you like playing plant detective, she’s worth the hunt. My original plants came from @heirloomroses but they aren’t offering them anymore. Maybe if enough of us ask, we can convince them to bring her back. #davidaustinroses #ayearinflowers

I had a little visitor come to see what I was working on. If you look for them, there are magical moments all around. #ayearinflowers

I am a huge fan of @david_austin_roses and have been collection his incredible varieties for years. Thought it would be fun to walk you through my favorites and what makes them so special! Top row: Crocus Rose, Vanessa Bell, The Pilgrim, Windrush, Malvern Hills, Molineaux Center row (top): Carding Mill, Tea Clipper, Teasing Georgia, Crown Princess Margareta, Golden Celebration, Jude the Obscure, Evelyn, Allux Symphony Center row (bottom): Benjamin Britten, Boscobel, Princess Alexandra of Kent, Lady of Shallott, Grace, The Lark Ascending, Comtes de Champagne Bottom row: Wildeve, Abraham Darby, Janet, Queen of Sweden, Shropshire Lass, Belle Story, Heritage #ayearinflowers #davidaustinroses

I’ve been collecting @david_austin_roses for many years, trying to gather as many of the older, more rare varieties before them are gone. This rose rainbow is only Austin varieties but doesn’t include my whole collection since there wasn’t enough room. I’ll share a little tour soon! #davidaustinroses #ayearinflowers Top row: Crocus Rose, Vanessa Bell, The Pilgrim, Windrush, Malvern Hills, Molineaux Center row (top): Carding Mill, Tea Clipper, Teasing Georgia, Crown Princess Margareta, Golden Celebration, Jude the Obscure, Evelyn, Allux Symphony Center row (bottom): Benjamin Britten, Boscobel, Princess Alexandra of Kent, Lady of Shallott, Grace, The Lark Ascending, Comtes de Champagne Bottom row: Wildeve, Abraham Darby, Janet, Queen of Sweden, Shropshire Lass, Belle Story, Heritage