
HFtorvath Seligera 
Hybrid Climbing Roses 
Mr. Horvath’s interest was early given to the developement 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 Wich- 
uraiana 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 eventually successful 
experiments in the introduction of other species strains not previously used. 
lt 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 desig- 
nation of ‘‘Horvath’s Setigera and Xanthina Hybrids.“’ 
Dhor is the Ginest ano 
Largest of Red Climbers 
a), GIANT SCARLET CLIMBER, 
OY ROSA XANTHINA HYBRID by HORVATH 
(U. S. Plant Patent No. 387) 
Color of Flower: Brilliant scarlet-red of the same shade as Crimson Glory. 
The flowers are perfectly formed, very slow in opening and when fully open, 
4 to 5 inches across. The flowers, although large, are perfectly shaped and 
just as handsome as those of a Hybrid Tea Rose. Flowers are produced 
abundantly on spur branches 12 to 18 inches long, which are stiff, holding 
the flowers in perfect position. Flowers have from 55 to 60 petals, do not 
discolor when fully open. Without any question of doubt, the finest scarlet 
Climbing Rose yet introduced. Horvath claims this to be the finest creation 
to date. 
Foliage: Rich bottle-green, quite abundant. No mildew or black-spot in 
our test garden for three years. 
Hardiness: Can be successfully grown with protection in colder regions. 
Size of Plant: Ultimate height about 8 to 10 feet. Canes are very plenti- 
ful, not overly thorny. Each $2.00, Doz. $20.00 
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