forvath: Seligera Ttybrio Climbing “Roses 
Mr. Horvath’s interest was early given to the development of better hardy 
Climbing Roses. In 1892 he obtained the first hybrid with the Rosa 
Wichuraiana of Japan, thus beginning the modern strain of large-flowered 
hardy Climbing Roses. In 1897 he exhibited 14 new varieties at the first 
show held by the American Rose Society in the famous Eden Museé of New 
York City. These were seen and admired by many rosarians, with the result 
that many similar hybrids were made. 
The continuous inbreeding in the attempt to get larger size and brighter 
color into the Wichuraiana strain weakened it to the point where most of 
the varieties failed in winter hardiness. Naturally there resulted a demand 
for hardier and more sturdy Roses in varieties which would not require 
pampering but which, with reasonable care, would live through most winters 
without loss. 
Responding to this need, his new Rose originations cover the full range 
of colors, and many of these new Climbing Roses have flowers as large and 
fine as any existing Hybrid Tea. Further, as Dooryard or Hedge Roses has 
resulted a form and shape of plant not hitherto seen. See Mabelle Stearns, 
page 89. These results were accomplished through painstaking and eventu- 
ally successful experiments in the introduction of other species strains not 
previously used. 
It was arranged to have The Wayside Gardens Company introduce and 
disseminate these new Roses of his origination. Several dozens of new 
creations are under test, but only those of decided merit will be marketed. 
The varieties offered, each one well worth while in itself, form, we believe, 
the beginning of a new and most valuable strain of Roses. They will be 
offered under the designation of ‘’Horvath’s Setigera and Xanthina Hybrids.” 
i erenias (U. S. Plant Patent No. 296) 
GIANT DEEP PINK CLIMBER 
ROSA SETIGERA HYBRID by HORVATH 
Color of Flower: Clear, deep rose-pink of same shade as Dame Edith 
Helen. The flowers are huge, fully 5 to 6 inches across when fully open. 
Slow in opening, lasting a long time. The flowers, though large, are refined 
and equal the finest Hybrid Tea Rose. Flowers are produced abundantly on 
spur branches both on main stalk and laterals, 1 to 2 feet long. They are 
stiff and bear their heavy load without bending. Flowers do not droop, hav- 
ing a very stiff neck, have from 50 to 55 petals. The appearance of this 
plant is one of noble ruggedness. Without a doubt the finest pink, large- 
flowered climber to date. 
Foliage: The rich, shining, bronzy green leaves are larger than those of 
the Mahonia or Oregon Grape and are ornamental in themselves. 
Hardiness: Can be successfully grown with protection in the colder regions 
where growing Roses heretofore has not been possible or exceedingly difficult. 
Size of Plant: Ultimate height 14 to 15 feet. 
Each $2.00, Doz. $20.00 



Horvath Climbing Rose, Meda 
Horvath Climbing Rose, Federation 
Wey (U. S. Plant Patent No. 518) 
Color of Flower: The outer petals are a beautiful pale buff-shrimp-pink, 
increasing in intensity to a deeper and richer shading towards the center, 
until a beautiful tone of rose-pink has been reached. The petals are im- 
bricated and artistically formed, resembling dozens of shining seashells, 
shaping the flower into the perfect form of a Hybrid Tea Rose. The flowers 
occur singly or in clusters of three on side laterals which are 10 to 12 inches 
long, a perfect length for cutting. The buds are perfectly formed and open 
into flowers with high centers. The size of the flower when fully open 
measures 31/ to 4 inches across. 
_ Foliage: Leaves are of leatnery texture, deep bottle-green and practically 
immune to black spot, mildew, or other Rose maladies. 
_Hardiness: Can be successfully grown with protection in the colder re- 
gions. 
Size of Plant: Ultimate height about 10 to 12 feet. Stems are heavy 
and canelike, requiring little support. Can be grown to resemble a huge 
Rose bush, by cutting back branches to three, four or five, or whatever size 
bush is desired. 
Each $2.00, Doz. $20.00 
Gederation (U. S. Plant Patent No. 287) 
Color of Flower: Lively, brilliant and sparkling rose-pink with lighter 
center, iridescent orange undertone. Flowers are produced in very large 
quantities in bracts on stems 12 to 24 inches long; individual blooms 31, 
inches in diameter. Petals wavy and crested, forming charming, cunlike, 
semi-double flowers which have from 24 to 36 petals. Excellent for cutting. 
Very sweetly scented. 
Foliage: Rich green, quite dark. We have never seen black spot or 
mildew on this variety in our test garden for four years. Would say abso- 
lutely mildew proof. 
Hardiness: Hardy without protection in the Temperate Zone. Can be 
successfully grown with protection in the colder regions where growing Roses 
heretofore has not been possible or exceedingly difficult. 
Size of Plant: Ultimate height 12 to 14 feet. Canes are very plentiful 
which is in part responsible for the tremendous amount of flowers produced. 
Each $1.50, Doz. $15.00 
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