The Phoenix.

Julia Child., a photo by Leenechan on Flickr.

Maybe she's just a humble little floribunda, but I'm amazed by how JC pulled herself together this year. I think she's a keeper!

Another Phoenix.

Many Margos!, a photo by Leenechan on Flickr.

I thought we were going to have to junk Margo this year. Now she looks great. Who have guessed it?

Best Buck Rose?

Faithful Simon Estes., a photo by Leenechan on Flickr.

Well, I think that once Quietness matures she'll probably give Simon a run for his money. Simon Estes has 40 buds for this upcoming flush. Jeez!

A Whole Siren's Keep!

Big Siren's Keep!, a photo by Leenechan on Flickr.

I know it's not this rose's fault that the beetles love to maul her buds. This flower is amazing and smells great...but I wish this rose would grow up quickly. At her current size she's barely a match for the bugs.