Rose Society of South Australia
To encourage, improve, foster and extend the cultivation
and appreciation of the Rose
and appreciation of the Rose
The Hort Innovation Churchill Fellowship to research the propagation and growing of cutting-grown roses versus traditional budded types. This project focuses on understanding cutting-grown rose propagation methods and programs, growing techniques, and distribution channels along with wholesale and retail experiences of moving from budded to cutting-grown plants. Currently, Australia’s inground rose production is at a crossroads. Traditionally reliant on budding to produce plants for garden and amenity use, both the USA and Europe have successfully transitioned from budded to cutting-grown roses. Given the steady decline in access to local and overseas professional budders both pre and post-COVID, coupled with the time-sensitive budding process, growers are looking for alternative and reliable propagation options.
Kim was the guest speaker at the Rose Society of SA member’s meeting in April 2025.
